Friday, August 24, 2018

How to Get the Most from a European Family Vacation

With its stunning scenery and long, cultural history, there’s a lot to see and do in Europe. That’s why it’s always been one of the top destinations for American families planning a group vacation. With something for everyone, often the most difficult part of a European family vacation is deciding on exactly what you’re going to see and do once you’re there. If you’ve been looking at options, then you might be wondering just how to get the most out of your time in Europe. The good news is that with a little preparation, your family vacation to Europe could end up being the experience of a lifetime, and your tribe will be talking about the trip for the rest of their lives!
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Plan Your Itinerary
You’re obviously going to need a schedule, but how you decide on that schedule will be the first step to having the perfect European vacation. You need to discuss as a group exactly what you want to see and experience, and the more members of your family that are going, the more people that you have to please. Take the time to chat with everyone, individually and as a family, about the possibilities. You will realize early on that getting from place to place in Europe is going to be challenging if you rely on public transport, which is why it’s a good idea to look at renting your own wheels. Look for special deals from car rental companies, with many offering rental car coupons and special offers. There’s a lot of ground to cover in Europe, and if you want to see more of it, then taking control of your journey is the first step.
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Choose Your Accommodation Wisely
One of the most important factors to consider is where you’re going to spend your nights. It is going to be one of your most consistent expenditures, and the ages of your group will have to play a part in your decision making. Toddlers and babies will have very different needs to a car full of teens. Whatever your requirements are, you certainly won’t struggle to find every kind of accommodation, and a wide array of budget options as well. It’s also worth remembering that Airbnb has a strong presence in many European countries, so it’s worth checking the app before booking into costly resorts that you’ll barely even see.
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Pack Smart
Packing for any kind of long trip is always going to mean that you need to pack wisely. This is especially true if you’re going somewhere as a family. As the parent and organizer, you need to make sure that everyone has everything that they need, and nothing that they don’t. Always start with the essentials like clothes, healthcare items, and your toiletries. Europe isn’t going to make it much of a challenge to buy things that you need, although it’s worth remembering that baby food in Europe often has a higher salt content that US varieties, so it may be worth taking some of your own with you if you have a baby joining your trip.


Going on a family vacation to another country can be very stressful, and very difficult to organize. But it can also be a chance to truly bond, and soak up thousands of years of history and culture that will inspire every generation of your family for years to come.






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