Traveling with your grandchildren can be a unique bonding experience for you. With the generational difference and busy school life of your grandchildren, you may have had limited to bond properly. Maybe they live far away and only come occasionally to visit. Traveling with them can be a fantastic way to rejuvenate and strengthen this bond.
However, going on vacation with your grandchildren differs from meeting them for Christmas. You will have complete responsibility for them on vacation until you get back. Their parents, your children, will not be part of the trip; hence, you will have to take up that role. Before I discourage you, here are several helpful tips for you;
Picking Your Destination
Always pick destinations that are interesting to both of you. While your generational differences will make this difficult, you can discuss with your grandchildren their favorite travel destinations and then recommend some with features they like. Remember that you are traveling for pleasure as well as for bonding.
Take Control
It can be fun and fulfilling to travel with your grandchildren. However, it can also be messy if you don’t set some boundaries. Children will always be and will not be conscious of some limitations. For example, don’t let them be on their smartphones for hours while missing out on the travel experience. Just ensure that you are not over-controlling.
Travel Documents
While children can travel without some identification documents because of their age, you should ensure that you have every record that they will require. Apart from the passports, you may also consider carrying some documents showing that you have permission to travel with the children.
Parting Shot
Traveling with your grandchildren does not have to be hectic. Applying some simple rules and tactics gives you a great travel experience.