Traveling with family members of all ages can be tricky. You likely feel responsible for ensuring everyone has a good time, and that you can make even the thought of going on a trip with your whole family unappealing. However, it doesn’t have to be that way.
Start simple and plan activities everyone will love. What vacation staples do children and adults love? Consider a day at the beach, a trip to a historical landmark, or a leisurely hike with plenty of sights along the way. Each of these activities offer benefits for all ages. Whether that is playing in the sand, learning something new, or seeing wildlife up close.
Focus on making memories. It’s not about planning the greatest activities for each day buy making the most of each day by enjoying your loved ones’ company. Recognize that every person might not enjoy everything you have planned. That’s ok! Remember, trips with people from multiple generations are usually meant for making memories and building relationships. Find ways to foster connections between children, parents, and grandparents.
Schedule free time, time for everyone to relax and do whatever they please. Vacation is meant to be a break from busy, everyday life. Everyone should have a moment to themselves.
Don’t think that young people won’t enjoy activities that older people do and vice versa. Multi-generational travel presents opportunities for the young to grow and for the old to revisit their youth.
Try something that will stretch each family member; parasailing, ziplining, or maybe even an obstacle course. You’ll be shocked to see how testing the limits bridges gaps between people of different ages.
