{"id":4444,"date":"2023-03-13T10:00:47","date_gmt":"2023-03-13T10:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/empiriantherapy.com\/?p=4444"},"modified":"2023-03-24T04:54:00","modified_gmt":"2023-03-24T04:54:00","slug":"planning-a-vacation-with-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/empiriantherapy.com\/planning-a-vacation-with-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Planning a Vacation with Children"},"content":{"rendered":"
For many of us, vacations are an important part of our lifestyle. They\u2019re a great way to relax and unwind, to explore the world, and to spend quality time with loved ones.<\/span><\/p>\n But, as anyone who\u2019s tried knows, arranging and planning a vacation is no easy task. There are so many complicated factors to take into account in order for everything to run smoothly and meet everyone\u2019s expectations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n And when a family has a child with special needs or distinct sensitivities, the planning process can seem extra daunting.<\/span><\/p>\n But please don\u2019t be discouraged! Considering a few things in advance can make all the difference in how your trip turns out. Of course, nothing will ever go 100% according to the plan\u2014but a little bit of forethought can go a long way!<\/span><\/p>\n This resource will walk you through what to consider when planning a family trip that all of you will be able to enjoy.<\/span><\/p>\n Making Your Preliminary Plans:<\/b><\/p>\n The more you consider and account for during your initial planning stage, the fewer problems you\u2019ll likely face down the road.<\/span><\/p>\n Preemptively learning about the places and activities you\u2019ll be spending your time on before you ever leave your house can help prepare you for whatever little surprises await.<\/span><\/p>\n The first thing you should do when picking out a place to travel to is research the following, each of which is crucial to your vacation plans but can be a potential source of difficulty when traveling with children:<\/span><\/p>\n Keeping Things Balanced When Planning Activities:<\/b><\/p>\n It\u2019s important to keep in mind that your child might have a very different perception of certain things than you do as an adult\u2014especially if your child has special needs or distinct sensitivities.<\/span><\/p>\n Your mission at this stage is to try and balance the needs and expectations of everyone in the family, particularly:<\/span><\/p>\n An important point to keep in mind when making your plans is that you should <\/span>not<\/span><\/i> use the trip as a means to expand your child\u2019s comfort zone. A completely new environment can be overwhelming. If you push your child too much, it may lead to a meltdown and impact everyone\u2019s enjoyment of the trip<\/span><\/p>\n Try some of the following during the planning stage:<\/span><\/p>\n Getting Ready To Leave For Your Destination<\/b><\/p>\n The weeks and days leading up to the trip can be very exciting\u2014and can also be another important step in ensuring everything will go well.<\/span><\/p>\n To get your child excited, and also reduce potential anxiety or wariness over the anticipation of a new experience, try some of the following:<\/b><\/p>\n Once you\u2019ve checked all these boxes off your to-do list, you can feel ready to hit the road knowing that you\u2019ve set your entire family up for a fun, memorable, and comfortable experience.<\/span><\/p>\n\n
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