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Things to Know Before Your First Family Trip

by Lily B. Writer

In today’s hectic life, we hardly get time for our family. A family trip once in a while becomes a welcome change. However, planning one is a huge task. With kids and elder people in tow, hassles about travel at new places becomes a nuisance. It is a good news that agencies like Rentalcars24h give you cheap car rentals at best prices. Still, many aspects of the trip need to be sorted out. We make it simple for you. Here, we bring some things you should know before you plan your first family trip.

1.  Plan first


Without proper planning, a family trip can be a host to a horde of unpleasant situations. The location for the trip should have something to do for every family member. If you are travelling with a baby, it is better to stick to short duration travels. This means places that are not too far and with less travel time.

2. Prepare a budget


Preparing a budget beforehand will save you a lot of trouble. This includes your tickets for the round trip, your lodging expenses, your expenditure in the place, and all travel expense that you would be doing between the sites you want to cover.
Also, keep a separate budget for shopping. After all, a family trip is incomplete without a shopping spree. Always carry extra cash for emergencies.


3. Places you want to cover


While going to new places, time is precious. To make the most of your time there, it is best to do some research beforehand. Make a list of all the main attractions there and then decide where you want to go. For example, going for amusement park during the day and a stroll on the destinations within walking reach during evening would be desirable since children get tired easily in the afternoon heat. It is a good idea to talk to someone who has been there. They can give you better advice on which places to visit, best places to eat and which spots could be covered in one day and which ones to be saved for later.

4. Check the local hotel rates beforehand


Mostly, the hotels near the airport have higher rates as compared to those just slightly towards the edge. Being already tired with a long travel, tourists usually settle for the nearest hotels at higher rates. A slight research
beforehand could save your time, energy and money. Nowadays, many hotels offer discounted rates on prior booking online. If the hotel is set, you can also arrange for a quick escort in advance.

5. Leave some spare time



Always keep an extra day in your travel. This will give you time to cover the spots you might have left out during your trip or if something new comes up.
Otherwise, an extra day can be utilized to revisit the spots you liked or to
get some rest before the departure.



Stuff
you don’t want to forget:



  • Travel documents- of all family members kept safely
  • Power bank
  • Basic medications
  • Water bottle
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Lighter
  • First aid kit


For the one who plans the trip, family trip can be a daunting affair. With the facilities like Rentalcars24h, the woes of finding an escort and arguments with arrogant cab drivers can be put to rest .With this article, you can get a better idea of planning your trip to avoid all the last minute hassle and enjoy the family time that we all strive for.


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