The sun is coming out, the days are warming up, the nights are getting shorter – that’s right, summer is slowly on its way! And with it comes the summer holiday, a.k.a., 6 weeks of non-stop family fun that we all look forward to.
But what’s on the cards for your summer holiday this year? If you’ve not put any ideas together yet, here’s what to start thinking about.
‘Staycation’ or Abroad?
The main choice to chew on! Do you stay at home, and make an adventure nearby? Or do you actually book a holiday abroad and take the kids on a flight or boat trip?
Going on a plane feels like an adventure
It’s true! If you have to leave the country to have your holiday, it feels much more like you’re jetting out into the great unknown. For both kids and adults, there’s a real sense of magic in that.
Holiday parks are great for families
Holiday parks allow for that ‘camping-lite’ kind of experience that young families love. Accommodation, catering, and entertainment are all in one place. Book yourself a caravan and let the kids go for a roam around!
And the best thing about a holiday park? No, it’s not just the fact that any and all activities are on site, where supervisors can help keep an eye on the kids for you. The best holiday parks are all in the same country!
The UK has quite a few to boast, from the Hill Brothers parks in the North of England to Haven parks that can be found all around the coast. Book a spot for the summer early on and you’re likely to lock in a discount too!
Coast or Country?
Another big choice to decide on! When you plan your holiday, what spot should you pick? For most people, it comes down to either the coast or the countryside.
Beach, sea, and ice cream
The coast has these things in spades – as well as actual spades for digging sand castles with! Kids love going to the beach, taking a dip in the sea, and eating all the ice cream they can get their hands on.
Grass, hikes, and animals
The countryside can have more of a laid back feel to it. After all, there’s a lot of grass, hills, and wildlife around. Who wouldn’t want to spend some time surrounded by all of that?
What Do the Kids Want?
You’ll always need to get their opinion on the family holiday, whether it makes much sense or not!
Because even if they want the impossible, you can still get a sense of what they’re looking for. For example, if they want to see fantastical animals, they’d probably enjoy a zoo experience!
So, what’s on the cards for your family summer holiday this year? And no, it’s not too early to start thinking about it! Get excited, make some early plans, and scope out some budget-friendly options to book in ASAP.