By Ryan Holman
When you plan to travel especially with the kids, nieces, nephews or the grand-kids it can be a wonderful experience but at the same time terrifying experience too. Travelling with kids usually takes a lot of planning as well as a lot of patience throughout the journey. The main concern of the parents is always about the behaviour and reaction of the kids where they travel. Also, one would be surprised at all the freebies, discounts as well as conveniences that one enjoys through kid-friendly hotel stay.
As a result, in order to help you out, below are listed some of the best secrets for easy traveling with kids. Let us have a look at those secrets:
- Look for specific facilities before booking a hotel room :According to Carmel CA Hotels, you need to be very specific while making reservations or booking a hotel room when you travel with kids. If, in case, you need a crib, you need to ask for it before you arrive at the hotel and not when you are checking in. You may need other essentials like the mini-fridge for keeping the morning milk cold so you need to confirm for it ahead of time. Also, prefer the room that has maximum occupancy as it would be better if you brood into entire one room, especially if you are having an infant with you.
- Be highly concerned for safety : Before reserving any of the hotels, you need to inquire for whom the hotel is meant for. There are a number of hotels that are built only for the business traveler and not for baby travelers. As a result, if you are planning to stay in any such hotel, you may consider bringing some of the baby proofing comforts along with you. There are a lot of little baby essentials that are easy to carry and also won’t take up much space in the bag. Also, carrying these with yourself will give you a peace of mind as the baby explores new surroundings and new environment. For the younger kids, make sure that they follow the home rules in the hotels like not opening doors for the strangers, not leaving the kids alone for longer times, not leaving the door open or unlocked and many others.
- Take advantage of loyalty programs : If you choose the best hotel, you may come across different perks programs organized by the hotel. Make sure that you take advantages of those programs by joining them and enjoy to your fullest. Usually, the membership is free in such hotels ad points are earned over time along with offering huge discounts too. Also, as it would also have benefits like the one in-room movie per stay for entertaining kids or even they offer a wide selection of free beverages as well as snacks and sweet treats one should look for these types of programs. This will keep your kids entertained.
- Plan your meals accordingly : If the freebies are not included you may look for ordering a room service. You may order for the best ever breakfast, lunch as well as dinner that too within your budget which your kids will love to have. You can even ask them to pack some of the basics like the cereal, jelly, peanut butter, mac & cheese as well as other foods. You can even experience a wonderful night-outs with the family-friendly local joints.
- Never ever skip ‘Date Night’ : This may seem to be quite difficult if you are travelling with kids. But still, if you are looking to spend your holidays to a warm weather destination you can request a room with the terrace or patio where you can hang out with your partner after the kids are tucked in. Believe me, this would be the most romantic date you will be spending with your partner.
Thus, these were some of the best secrets that you must consider when you plan to travel with your kids.
Author’s Bio : Ryan Holman is associated with one of the vacation & tourism guide companies and a professional blogger too. As he is related with Carmel CA Hotels, he is spilling out top 5 secrets for easy travelling with kids with this post.
Author: Maralyn
Maralyn Dennis Hill, The Epicurean Explorer, is president emeritus of International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association, member of Society of American Travel Writers, and Society of Professional Journalists. She is Executive Editor of Luxe Beat Magazine and contributes to other publications. She also speaks and is a guest on many shows. The majority of Maralyn’s articles are now geared to the luxury market, spas, corporate retreats, business events, and culinary tourism, from simple to gourmet. Maralyn’s description of herself: I was born to travel and tell the tale. I’m energized by different cultures in every aspect of their lives, from food, wine, and destination, to how they conduct business. Travel represents a continual geography lesson.
