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Taking the Stress Out Of Your Family Vacation Preparation
By Sue Lattrell

Your Family Vacation plans are set....

The date of your Family Vacation is drawing near....

You've been so Excited for this time to finally get here, and suddenly your excitement is turning into
last minute stress. You are feeling the unwanted pressure of making sure you have everything in order...Did you remember everything you were supposed to?This pressure is caused by wanting to ensure your Family Vacation will be the Best...

Here are some simple tips that may help ease your mind and relieve some of that last minute stress so your excitement can return.
Remember, this is all about the time you are spending as a family.
Taking a little time for preparation and keeping a positive attitude before leaving the house
will ensure a Great Family Vacation!

Leave your worries behind, ask a neighbor or friend to lookafter your house while you are away. Remember to keep your house looking lived in.
Have timers set for the lights to come on at certain times.
Have your mail held at your local post office, even hire afriend or neighbor to mow the lawn or shovel the driveway while you are away.~

Debit Cards will make your traveling a lot easier.
While you still may want a little cash in your pocket, this will take the worry out of how much money to bring. Contacting your bankwith your travel plans, will guarantee your "debit card" will work at your Vacation destination.~

Before leaving home , check out the extended weather forecastfor your Vacation destination. This will not only help make your packing much easier, but it can give you time to come up with some alternate plans in the case of inclement weather.~

Allow yourself PLENTY of extra time to reach your VacationDestination ! Enjoy every aspect of your Family Vacation that includes the travel getting there. You may see something interestingthat you may want to stop and check out along your travels,.Don't let your time schedule keep you from exploring new things.Also stopping just simply to stretch and let the kids release some built up energy will make for more enjoyable traveling.~

If you are traveling by car to your Family Vacation..Make sure your directions are crystal clear. I would recommend purchasinga "G.P.S." system for your car trips. This will lessen any arguments that may occur caused by making a wrong turn.I'm speaking from experience, I swear this has been a very smart purchase for our family.. No longer will we end up in a bad situation that we have no idea how to get out of.~

Make sure you have snacks packed for traveling..."messy free"snacks are the best.All Children Love to snack...and Adults do too !~

Don't Over schedule Vacation Activities...Be Flexible...Family Vacations are all about having fun and relaxing...Following a strict schedule can take the fun and excitementout of your vacation.~

Lastly ...Don't Overspend ! Nothing can take away the fun you just had on your Family Vacation quicker than a "HUGE BILL"Before leaving your house, give your children their ownVacation allowance, this will keep you from having to say "NO"and they will be a little more cautious while choosing their perfect souvenirs!

Your Vacation time is coming, so be prepared , not stressed.
Relax by thinking of all the fun you are going to have and all the memories you will be building on your "Family Vacation" and stay positive, your family will be so Thankful !

Happy Travels !Sue Lattrelle

Sue Lattrelle helps families find the perfect Family Vacation Spots.

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