TIPS FOR FAMILY TRAVEL

Make multigenerational family travel go more smoothly, with hints from Familytravel.com editor, Lynn O’Rourke Hayes.

Unload or divide chores. Plan a strategy so that chores don’t fall to one or two people. Perhaps go to a resort that’s all inclusive with meals, divide chores, or opt to have simpler meals. Unplug? technology Families boundariesshould consider before travel time together. For cellphone use, have some understanding. The whole idea is to get together for conversation, so maybe at meal time, technology gets tucked away. Balance down time and scheduled activities. Considering group size, part of the fun can be in planning. Families can pass out assignments to do research and design itinerary ideas. Consider ages and activity abilitiestoo. Come together, allow apart. Although the purpose is for families to visit, relatives need options for some time apart. Toddlers and seniors need naps, early bedtimes or quiet. More hotels and resorts, recognising this travel trend, offer adjoining rooms or family studios with a common space and separate bedrooms. Grandparents might need a break from noise and toddlers. lPlan sleep. Offer older travellers the better bed in a beach house rental that’s in a quiet corner. Think twice before opting for some to camp on the floor. If people aren’t sleeping well, they’re going to be extra cranky. grandparentsa gift, Who but pays familiesfor pay what.for splitting vacationsSome costs as should discuss while planning how to do that equitably. It’s

important to be respectful of other people’s budget limitations in planning. Try to get people to agree in advance.