Children make great travelers. They are inquisitive, fun and, when motivated, adaptable and inexhaustible. Time spent overseas, whether a week in Paris or a year in a developing country, helps enrich their education, builds self-confidence, promotes family cohesiveness, and creates memories for tomorrow.
But before you go, consider these issues:
1.Examine your motives.
Occasionally parents have [...]

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Unreasonable parental expectations and poor planning spoil more family vacations than obstinate children.
1. Make your first goal getting away from daily routines.
How many miles away or how elaborate your trip is secondary. Life at home is regimented and ruled by the clock. On family vacations, let your hair down. Give children choices. Participate in their [...]

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