{"id":85752,"date":"2018-07-21T18:44:23","date_gmt":"2018-07-21T15:44:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ngradio.gr\/?p=85752\/"},"modified":"2018-07-22T18:51:17","modified_gmt":"2018-07-22T15:51:17","slug":"plan-family-vacation-according-travel-experts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ngradio.gr\/en\/news-el\/diafora-en\/plan-family-vacation-according-travel-experts\/","title":{"rendered":"How to plan a family vacation according to travel experts"},"content":{"rendered":"

Summertime is just a few weeks away, which means family vacations are likely on the brain.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The idea of planning a vacation with kids in tow can be intimidating. Sure, the actual vacation is supposed to be relaxing (or as relaxing as a vacation with kids can be!), but getting to that point can be a maze of hotel recommendations, travel blogs, flight seat selections and more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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So we chatted with travel experts about their vacation planning tips so you can get that trip booked with ease. From flight hacks to safety recommendations, here\u2019s what they shared.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Avoid Google, at least in the beginning<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Google is a helpful resource when planning a vacation, but if you\u2019re at the beginning of your planning process, try to resist the temptation to hop on with your searches.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u201cIf you start with Google, it\u2019s the paradox of choice,\u201d said Julie Danziger, director of luxury travel services at\u00a0Ovation Vacations<\/a>. \u201cThere\u2019s so much out there and you just don\u2019t even know what you\u2019re looking for.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Instead, Danziger suggested having a family meeting to learn how far everyone wants to go, what activities they\u2019d like to do, their thoughts about hanging out on beaches vs. exploring local villages, and so on. Then, let Google help you arrange tours and plan other activities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Erika Richter, communications director for the American Society of Travel Agents<\/a>, offered the same advice about Google for families who might be overwhelmed about the thought of choosing a destination. She also noted that knowing when<\/em> you want to go can sometimes help you put together a list.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u201cCertain places and activities will be more accessible at different times of the year,\u201d she said. \u201cSo once parents know exactly when and how long they want the trip to be, the choices can be narrowed down a bit.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Plan ahead and send important things in advance<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Of course, school vacation means peak travel times. Planning ahead can help you and your family avoid higher prices, sold-out tours and the headache that comes after learning there aren\u2019t enough seats together on a flight.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf you have young children who are not in school and [have] flexibility with dates, it is best to travel at non-peak times. For example, the first week of January after the New Year offers lower pricing than staying over the holiday week,\u201d said Michael Dolan, team leader and travel consultant for Liberty Travel<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Having plenty of advance notice of a trip will also allow you to send important supplies (like diapers, baby products, sunscreen, etc.) to your vacation spot before you leave. Many hotels will happily arrange for this. Plus,\u00a0sending these things leaves room in your luggage for other belongings.<\/p>\n

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One of our travel experts recommended bringing small wrapped gifts like markers and toys to keep kids occupied on a flight.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Don\u2019t be afraid to ask questions<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u201cIf you give the hotel information and tell them about yourselves and about your family, everything can be set up for you,\u201d Danziger said.<\/p>\n

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As an example, she suggested asking for turndown service at a different time if you know your toddler will be sleeping.<\/p>\n

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For parents and caretakers with kids with food allergies or other challenges, most travel agents are happy to call hotels and restaurants ahead of time and make sure things go smoothly. If you\u2019re more of an independent planner, Danziger said you\u2019ll \u201chave to go the extra mile.\u201d She offered a useful tip for travelers who need to be extra careful with their dining options because of food allergies.<\/p>\n

Source: huffingtonpost.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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