Traveling with children allows a perfect opportunity to bond and have fun as a family. Parents get to help their kids create childhood memories while rejuvenating from the hustles of life while at it. However, in as much as you would like to travel the world with your children, the danger of the COVID-19 disease is still roaming. If you decide to take a family vacation, your safety is something that you need to keep in mind.
We all can agree that planning a family trip is complicated now more than ever. It’s easy to have second thoughts thinking about whether you are going to have fun and be safe at the same time. Before you think of canceling your plans, here are four great travel ideas that you and the kids will enjoy safely.
Explore your destination by car
Exploring a new destination is always fun. Your kids will love visiting several tourist attractions such as historic sites, art centers, and theme parks available in the city. It would also be a lot of fun sampling local food at an out-of-town restaurant or visiting nature trails and the best sceneries there are in your destination.
However, doing so on public transport such as trains and buses might not be very safe right now. While the management might be doing a good job sanitizing the buses and trains, you will still have to deal with crowds of people in railway stations and bus stops. Kids are always jumpy; it can be hard to control the places they touch or the people they interact within such places. Your best bet is to move around the city using private means such as a rental car. Besides being safe, you can have numerous and long stops along the way when driving yourself around. However, you would need to have an international driving permit to be able to drive in a foreign country. Before leaving for your trip, ensure that you apply for one to avoid getting in trouble with the authorities in your destination.
Stay in a vacation rental
Staying in a vacation rental is a fun way to spend your time when you are not exploring tourist sites in your destination. Unlike resorts and hotels where protocols are very strict, vacation rentals are laid back since there are not many people to control. Most likely, you would be the only people occupying the property while there. In this case, you will have peace of mind as your kids swim in the pool or as they enjoy the outdoors. Another plus with vacation rentals is that you can find one in the most amazing places. If you are hiking in the mountains or want to enjoy the beach on a weekend getaway, you can get a vacation rental where you are. Additionally, amenities such as full kitchens allow you to prepare your own meals, so you don’t have to worry about dining in crowded restaurants with your kids.
Go Camping
In this age of social distancing, we all can agree that it is safer to be out there in the open where you don’t have to worry about coming into contact with other people. Being outdoors is also a great way to embrace nature and savor in all that it has to offer- great sceneries that offer beautiful backgrounds for Instagram photos. Make it fun by going to remote places where it is likely to have fewer people.
However, it is good to note that you are likely to find communal amenities such as bathrooms in camping sites. Ensure that you are sanitizing the high-touch areas to avoid picking the virus.
Rent an RV
Road trips are becoming a sensation during this pandemic period. Deciding on taking one is a safe way to travel around with kids on an adventure. Make it safer and more fun by renting an RV. These are portable living quarters complete with a bedroom, kitchen, and plenty of room to carry your stuff. You can park practically anywhere and enjoy the sights- think near the mountains, the beach, or any other scenery that might excite you along the way.
Conclusion
Traveling in the pandemic era requires ample planning. Besides deciding on where to go and how to get there, you need to plan and carry enough sanitizing and cleaning supplies. Carry along with you disinfecting wipes, hand sanitizer, and paper towels. In addition, carry enough masks and gloves for you and your kids. It would also be best to plan your meals in case you encounter restrictions on restaurants in your destination. Most importantly, check out the regulations put in place in your destination before heading out.
Post written by Lisa Mottins