Usually, you have to try and calm
your kids down because their excitement levels are off the charts! When it
comes to a once-in-a-lifetime trip, however, they might not understand what it
means. And, you want everyone to have the best experience ever because
opportunities like this don’t come around often, hence the once-in-a-lifetime
part! The good news is that you don’t have to worry. Instead, you can prepare
your kids mentally with a handful of sneaky tricks.
You’ll never forget the trip when
you get the most enjoyment out of it possible, and seeing your children laugh
and smile undoubtedly fits the bill.
Take Them Shopping
There’s no need to sit them down
and try and explain a holiday. For the most part, it will make them feel as if
it’s more of a chore than a treat. When was the last time you sat someone down
to tell them good news?! What you can do is to go shopping. Looking for girls
and boys’
swimwear should remind them that they are going to go swimming for two
weeks. And, there isn’t much children love more than frolicking in or by the
pool. Leave them out of the boring shopping trips, such as buying sunscreen,
and focus on the fun parts.
Throw In Subtle Reminders
The kids know they are going on
holiday, and they know the name of the destination, but they might not
understand what either of those things represents. So, it would be best if you
showed them at home before you board your flight. Cooking a recipe from the
country’s cuisine, for instance, will make the trip authentic. There’s
something about the smell of food that plays on the mind. Another option is to
plan out the holiday on a map. Showing them where it is should add to the
excitement, as will letting them plan a chunk of the itinerary.
Make The Bad Parts Fun
Travelling to an exotic
destination typically means boarding a long-haul flight. Although this is a
risk, it is also a potentially enjoyable feature of the trip to your children.
They don’t know how hard it is to travel by plane for long periods, but they do
know how much they love watching
unlimited movies. Therefore, don’t hesitate to turn negatives into
positives. If they’ve never been to the airport before, explain what it’s like,
and tell them how cool planes look and sound. The more info you can give them,
the more their imagination will run wild.
Book With Them In Mind
Your holiday is a chance to tick
a destination off your bucket list. Is it the same for the kids? Children don’t
love all the same things that their parents do, and that is worth remembering.
Otherwise, the idea of going to the Seychelles, while intoxicating to you, will
seem dull in their minds. It’s essential to pick a
location that has features the whole family will find fun.
How do you pump up your kids for
a family holiday? Do you have any foolproof tips?
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