Summer vacation may seem far off, but it's right around the corner! My daughter and I are headed to Europe for a 12-day cruise (on the new Carnival Breeze!) in just 5 short weeks and I'm beyond unprepared. There's still SO MUCH planning that needs to be done-- I still haven't finalized our excursions, or even what we're going to see in certain ports ... It's a little overwhelming, but I think that adds to the excitement of our first trip abroad together.
Another thing I need to consider is how my daughter is going to handle the ten hour flight to and from Barcelona, Spain. I'm packing all the essentials, including the iPod Touch and Kindle Fire, but I think she'll also need a non-electronic activity, like book games and crayons.
Netflights has a great blog with a new Summer Holiday Puzzle Pack for Kids -- It's an easy to print out, six page, mini-workbook with connect-the-dots, mazes, a wordsearch, spotting game and color-ins. It's a great option to bring along for free entertainment -- whether you're taking a car-trip, flight, or just need something to entertain your child for an hour this summer 🙂
The Netflights blog also has a great holiday destination guide for families with vacation inspiration, popular destinations, travel tips and age-appropriate travel ideas.
Are you going on a family vacation this summer? Where to?
Penelope
Not sure, but I'd love to go to Seattle or Texas.
Rachel @ Following In My Shoes
Oh, man -- we are going on a trip in the morning ... I wish I had seen this earlier. My kids would love this for the plane.
Anne - Mommy Has to Work
We are going to Pennsylvannia. Thanks.
Apryl @ Christian Clippers
We're going camping this summer with some friends! It's all hubby's idea 🙂
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In summer vacations is important to take children out of station as they need to get refreshed. This makes them energetic and refreshing.After a small outing they devote more attention towards there studies and it is possible that they score good marks.
Jenn @therebelchick
We have a few trips planned, two of which are the theme parks in Orlando and Cedar Park in Ohio!
Tammy
I can't even go on a day trip without making sure the kids have something to occupy themselves.
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