Are you planning on taking the whole family on a staycation? Staycations can be a great way to take a mini-break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. There are tons of places in the UK to visit on your staycation and they’re all packed with fun activities and interesting history.
If you’re traveling with young children, taking a staycation can become more of a challenge. However, with these simple tips, you won’t have to worry about anything. Take a look.
Outdoor Games
When you’re on a staycation, you’re likely to spend more time outdoors. Without entertainment, children easily get bored and find mischief. Be sure to pack plenty of games you can play outdoors.
Whether it’s a football and a pop up goal set or a set of tennis rackets and a tennis ball, these will come in handy for those times you’re in between activities.
Turn Everything Into An Adventure
Going on staycation is about having a family adventure and creating memories that you’ll never forget. For your children, every minute of your break can be an adventure. Whether you’re roasting marshmallows on the campsite fire pit or sleeping in glamping pods for the first time, it’s all new for children.
Let them get involved in the planning and help to choose the activities. This will ensure that everyone gets what they need out of your holiday.
Overpack
Unfortunately, when it comes to packing, it’s no easier than going on holiday abroad. You’ll always need to overpack when traveling anywhere with children. You’ll need extra clothes, extra snacks, and all kinds of sun protection.
Fortunately, most places in the UK are near to amenities so you should be able to find local shops should you run out of anything you need.
Research Local Attractions
Is your holiday site near any theme parks? Perhaps you’re close to a castle steeped in medieval history. It’s worth doing your research before you go, even if you’re only on a short break. If you know what’s nearby in advance, it will save you needing to make plans while you’re there.
If your activities are already planned, you’ll know what to take with you. For instance, if there’s a water park nearby, you could miss out if you haven’t packed any swimsuits.
Know The Rules
If you’re staying on a campsite, it’s important to read the site rules before you arrive. Most sites have a curfew time that entails campers needing to be quiet so other campers aren’t disturbed when they want to sleep. This is great for kids because you know they’ll be able to get a good night’s rest.
If you plan on taking your dog with you, it’s essential to check that dogs are allowed on site first. The last thing you want is to turn up with your dog and find out he can’t stay.
Staycations are a wonderful alternative to going abroad when you have young children. If you’ve enjoyed this article, take a look at the others.
