What are you worried about when traveling with family? When we travel with our families, there’s a lot of potential for pitfalls.
With family travel there are different personalities – will they get along? What if the best laid plans don’t meet everyone’s needs? And then you have multi-generational groups pulled in various directions!
But studies show that it is often things we didn’t do, and not so much what we did, that leads to regret later on down the road. We all want rich lives full of exciting experiences each day.
So why put off something special a family trip could offer us?!
Planning a trip with family is always risky.
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- Little kids need to be entertained
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- Uncle Tom has bad knees
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- Somebody is allergic to everything
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- Dad wants to get up at 5 AM so he can beat the sun
But it’s worth it!
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What you’ll remember most about these trips isn’t only those things that worked out perfectly, but how adventurous everyone was.
What you’ll walk away with is the satisfaction of having had that experience together.
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Where to Go
It can be hard to find a destination that appeals to everyone. However, Las Vegas is the perfect location for all travelers because it has something for every age level and interest.
Whether you’re looking for family fun or an exciting night on the town with friends, there’s always someplace in this city of endless entertainment just waiting to meet your needs!
You can satisfy the outdoor adventure seekers with Valley of Fire or Red Rock.
You can see a show or visit an Ice Bar.
You can beat the heat by scheduling some free skate time at one of the local ice rinks, visit the new indoor Area 15 or get a bird’s eye view of the strip from the High Roller, the world’s tallest observation wheel.
Eat and Drink Like a Local
We took a 7-day road trip from Nevada to Montana and saw some beautiful country. Along the way, I learned that huckleberries are Idaho’s state fruit.
The surrounding states have also capitalized on their supply of these berries – you can find huckleberry EVERYTHING in Idaho, Montana or Wyoming!
If you want the fam to try one thing together while visiting, make it a huckleberry milkshake made from fresh local ingredients.
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While in the area we enjoyed Yellowstone National Park. Read the post for our advice on how to enjoy the park without the crowds.
For those of you traveling and hoping for something a bit stronger than a milkshake, try a Huckleberry margarita. Made with silver tequila, agave, a splash of Torani huckleberry syrup and topped with fresh berries, this is a great drink to sip while enjoying a beautiful view.
You can read about how to enjoy this drink with a crowd-free view at Grand Tetons National Park!
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Question For You
Have any lingering concerns around planning family travel? Leave a comment below to let us know how we can help you get the best out of your next adventure!