You may be trying to decide where to go on vacation and how to have adult fun while the toddlers enjoy themselves. You don't really want to go to a children's theme park the toddlers probably won't remember anyway, but what else can you do with toddlers?
How do you vacation with toddlers and still have a vacation for yourself? Try a vacation adventure. Decide what you want to do and what to do as a family. Pick somewhere you have never been before but have an interest in seeing. Once you have chosen what you would like to do, research the area. Find a hotel close to a town. There's a reason you want to be close to a city. First, you may want to be near a grocery store or pharmacy and secondly you may be able to find things the toddlers would like to do such as parks, playgrounds, and libraries.
After deciding where you want to go find attractions you want to see and make a list. List them in the order that you want to do or see them. If you run out of time or the toddlers get bored and want to do something else you won't be too disappointed since you got to see some of the things you wanted to see most.
Whether traveling by car or by plane keep a few toys and snacks handy. If you travel by car take games, DVD player and DVDs, lots of drawing paper and pens, and ear plugs for hubby. If you fly you may want to devote a carry-on to some small items.
Tips for Traveling with Toddlers
Packing
When vacationing with toddlers, remember to pack the items that will entertain the children until you get to your destination where they are easily accessible and to play with while you are there. Pack appropriate clothing for your destinations and shoes for the occasions. Go light on the packing. With your research you should have found a nearby store or pharmacy for any small items you might have forgotten. Also for all the medicines for headaches, tummy aches, bug bites, sunburns, all the little things that could happen the store will be there.Money
Don't forget your credit card for the "just in case" emergencies with any vacation, especially when taking toddler. If you are trying to stay within a budget get a prepaid credit card.Things to Do
While vacationing with your toddlers make sure you make a list of what is most important for you to see. Then allow time to let the toddlers do something to have fun as part of their vacation.Shopping and Playgrounds
If you are taking your toddler on vacation you should have done your research and found nearby stores and playgrounds for the evenings or just for a day to rest. Remember, vacationing with your toddlers may not be much of a vacation for you so keep the days easy and fun and have a day to do nothing.
Enjoy your vacation.
