School Break: Plan The Best Family Vacation

In the past, school holidays were seen as “nightmares” for moms who tried to entertain kids at home. However, in the last couple of years, most moms have been familiar with having kids at home because of the pandemic and online schooling. Although you are used to having your kids at home, school holidays where no schooling (online or face-to-face) is happening can still be hard for moms and their mental health. 

So, most families prefer to spend this time going on a vacation, since this is probably the only time that suits all the kids at the same time. Vacations are supposed to be relaxing, and we know that it is not always easy to relax when you have your beloved little ones to keep safe and entertained. Here we have some tips for school holiday vacations or any trip that you can have with your kids!

1. Plan Ahead

Planning ahead helps you get the best deals, and it also reduces the school-break anxiety that most parents have. School breaks are popular times to travel for most families, and since you will know the date ahead of time, planning and booking your holiday sooner will be cheaper. Choosing a destination is usually one of the first steps, and you should do that carefully. Decide on what you expect from your vacation as a family: do you want a warm, beachy vacation, a winter vacation of family skiing activities, or a city holiday where you will enjoy the history and the activities? 

You can pre-book some activities and attractions; that way, you won’t be stressing about what to do and where to go every day on your vacation. Waiting until the last minute to book your flights, accommodation, or activities may limit your options and flexibility. Also, don't forget to rent baby gear in advance, especially during high seasons! Search your location and book baby gear now with Babonbo! 

2. Get All Your Documents in Order

Nowadays, traveling needs more paperwork than ever. After you choose your destination, check the entry regulations of the country and/or the region and make sure that you have all the documents you need before your holiday. These documents can be vaccination proofs, negative test results, passports, ID cards, entry forms to specific countries, visas, etc. You can experience a smooth trip if you have all the documents ready for the whole family.

3. Create a Packing Checklist and Pack Strategically

Even if it’s a short vacation, packing can be a burden very easily. The best way to deal with one of the most stressful parts of a trip, packing, is to plan! Don’t pack frantically on the last day, especially if you’re packing for your kids as well. Creating a packing list on paper or an Excel sheet will help you remember, add, or remove things as needed. Remember not to over-or under-pack. Bringing some extra clothes for the little ones is always a good idea, but you don’t need to go overboard and bring the closet. You can use color-coded packing cubes to separate different people’s clothing, as well as different clothing items such as socks and underwear. This will make the unpacking process much easier as well.

4. Plan your travel to and from the airport

Spending a little bit of extra money to make your trip more comfortable is a really good idea, especially when traveling with children. You can pre-book your ride to the airport to avoid any last-minute panic, traffic, or delays. Planning your transfer from the airport to your accommodation will also make everything easier for you, so you don’t have to wait around after a tiring flight. 

5. Don't carry heavy baby equipment; just rent!

 When you’re traveling with babies, toddlers, or young children, it’s no secret that you will need some extra equipment to ensure their safety and comfort. This equipment can be car seats, strollers, high chairs, or portable cribs. Carrying all these heavy items is definitely a burden on your already stressed-out and tired shoulders, so why carry the items and also pay for the extra luggage for your flights? Finding a good baby equipment rental service can increase the quality of your vacation to a great extent. Babonbo is the first app that you can rent various baby equipment in a lot of different hot spots in Europe! What’s even better is you can get your equipment delivered to the airport upon your arrival, or to your accommodation. Book baby gear now! 

6. It's your holiday, too!

When you’re a parent, it is pretty usual to need a holiday after your holiday. The fact that this happens a lot doesn’t mean that it is the only way! Remember that it’s your holiday as well, and make time to relax and enjoy your vacation. Sharing the planning duties, delegating during the trip, and not worrying about every little detail will help your mind to have a holiday as well. It’s a family vacation, and you should feel relaxed and more connected after it.