5 Ways to Obtain that Balanced and Peaceful Travel
Traveling with kids can be a little bit hectic, but it is always worthwhile in the end. An open mind, bit of planning, and some flexibility can all but guarantee a balanced, peaceful vacation. Here are five things I always make sure of whenever I travel:
1. Look for Hotels with Extras
Especially when I am travelling with my kids, I like to look for hotels with neat activities they can enjoy. I like using Gogobot to check out neat tips and tricks about hotels and amenities; however, I also like checking out the surrounding area. Maybe we stay in a hotel that is close to Disney World for the kids and close to a yoga studio for mom! The important thing is that my kids can enjoy this vacation just as much as I can.
2. Remember to Stay Hydrated
It’s always important to keep yourself hydrated, especially if you are out in the sun all day. In addition to having a glass of water as soon as i wake up and right before I go to bed, I try to avoid drinking anything with alcohol in it until after my flight.
3. Sleep Is Still Important
Sure, we want to get as much action into our day as possible. But sleep is still just as important to our health as it was back at home. Of course, it can be hard to get used to a new time zone and unwind after an action-packed day. I like to bring my own teas, herbs, and candles with me to help me adjust at night and create my own little room of zen!
4. Try Something New
I like to use my vacation as a way to expand my horizons. Sometimes we like to take comfort in familiar stores or restaurants we find in foreign lands that remind us of home, but I remind myself that I am here to meet new people, learn new cultures, and change up my routine, if only for a week.
“Going new places means being open to trying something new – new food, new clothes, new life style,” says Astanga Yoga teacher Kino MacGregor, “and experiencing different cultures helps open the mind to the possibility that there is more than one way to do things.”
5. Go with the flow
Sometimes, no matter how well we plan things out, something goes wrong. While I like having a schedule to follow, I never let a little bit of rain ruin my vacation. If a storm forces me indoors, or if an attraction I wanted to see is closed for renovations, I take it as an opportunity to challenge myself and find something even better to do.
Remember, your vacation is your time to enjoy yourself. While it’s always good to plan things out and be prepared for what’s to come, it’s equally important to go with the flow and enjoy yourself.
Thank you to Kendra Thornton for this informative guest post! You can follow Kendra and get more travel tips on Twitter @KendraThornton. As always, you can count on Sharon Fennimore and Yoga Matrika for the information you need for living your best with young children.
