All articles tagged with #family travel
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The New York Times
The article offers practical advice for parents combining work and family travel, known as 'bleisure' trips, emphasizing the importance of setting expectations with employers, planning childcare, maximizing productivity with organized activities, and embracing local experiences to make the most of the trip while balancing work responsibilities.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Flight attendant Mitra Amirzadeh shared her tactic for getting passengers to swap seats so families can sit together, revealing that she often gets seat change requests on 8 out of 10 flights she works. She uses a clever approach to persuade volunteers, and a former flight attendant turned TikTok star shared success rates for seat swaps, with a 99.9% likelihood for same seat-to-seat swaps and a 80% success rate for upgrades from the back to the front of the plane.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Life
A flight attendant in Florida shared her tactic for getting passengers to swap seats so families can sit together, often intervening only when a child is involved. She claims to have an 80% success rate for seat changes, with higher success for same-seat swaps and lower success for upgrades or swaps involving different classes. Another former flight attendant turned TikTok star also shared success rates for seat changes, advising against requesting swaps with passengers in different classes.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox Business
United Airlines now allows groups of up to five MileagePlus members to combine and redeem their airline miles into one linked account, aiming to alleviate the financial burden of travel for families and friends. The program is free to join and will not affect an individual's Premier status, and it comes after United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby addressed recent incidents involving the airline's planes. This move follows similar programs already available from JetBlue, Frontier, and Spirit, and is designed to encourage more passengers to join the loyalty program ahead of the summer travel season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Points Guy
United Airlines' MileagePlus program now allows members to pool their miles with family and friends, making it easier to book award travel. Members of all ages can share and redeem miles in one account, providing more flexibility for group travel. However, there are important rules to consider, such as age restrictions, limits on the number of members in a pool, and restrictions on using pooled miles for award flights only on United-operated flights.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
Parents take young kids to Disney World, even though the kids may not remember it, to create lasting memories and experience the magic through their children's eyes. While there may be challenges, such as dealing with tantrums and long lines, families find ways to make the most of the trip, utilizing resources like baby care centers, rider switch services, and stroller rentals. Some parents prefer to go with the flow, while others plan meticulously, but all agree that the joy of seeing their children's excitement makes the trip worth it.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Jessica Gee, known as "The Bucket List Mom," and her family have traveled to over 90 countries in the past eight years, documenting their adventures on their Instagram page, The Bucket List Family. They sold their belongings and set off on a trip that was initially planned for a few months but turned into three years of full-time travel. Gee shares tips for traveling with children, emphasizes the importance of a positive attitude, and encourages families to find affordable ways to explore the world. After settling in Hawaii, they continue to travel while providing tutoring for their children and incorporating service activities into their trips. Gee advises other parents to step outside their comfort zone and explore the world with their children.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail
Ross and Jade Dallas quit their jobs, rented their home, and embarked on a year-long world tour with their two-year-old son, Carter, visiting countries such as India, Sri Lanka, the Maldives, and Nepal, where Carter reached the Everest base camp at 17,598ft. Despite concerns about altitude sickness, the family has continued their journey, with plans to explore more countries. While some medical professionals caution against exposing young children to extreme altitudes, the Dallas family believes that exposing Carter to different cultures and environments at a young age is beneficial.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre stated that the administration will not disclose when Hunter Biden travels with his father on taxpayer-funded aircraft like Marine One, despite being photographed getting off the helicopter. Jean-Pierre explained that the names of family members traveling with the president are not typically released, as has been the case with previous administrations. Many members of the Biden family have traveled with the president on official aircraft, including Donald Trump's adult children during his presidency. Hunter Biden is currently defying a subpoena to appear before Congress, and House Republicans are threatening to hold him in contempt.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Insider
A mother and her 11-year-old son embarked on a 27-hour train journey from Boston to St. Louis via Amtrak, booking a private bedroom and two roomettes for added comfort. Despite the cost, the experience was deemed a fun bonding adventure, with the spacious bedroom and comfortable roomettes providing ample space for relaxation and entertainment. Access to the Amtrak lounge and the convenience of onboard amenities made the journey enjoyable. The mother recommends considering the time commitment and potential delays when planning a long train trip, but overall, she found the Amtrak experience to be an excellent way to travel and would do it again.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BuzzFeed
BuzzFeed has compiled a list of 37 must-have products for holiday travels with kids. The list includes items such as a travel tray, a BabyBjorn travel crib, road trip activity tokens, portable games, a multi-port charging station, a compact stroller, a stroller cover, a Montessori busy board, a ride-on carry-on suitcase, a portable sound machine, compression cubes, laundry soap sheets, a spinning snack container, a hanging toiletry bag, expandable hangers, an inflatable footrest, dry-erase travel games, a kid-size neck pillow, a Melissa & Doug Water Wow! pad, a Tushbaby hip carrier, an inflatable booster seat, collapsible pails, and a travel tray with a tablet-viewing stand. These products aim to make traveling with kids more convenient, comfortable, and entertaining.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
Planning a family trip with extended family members can be both rewarding and challenging. To ensure a happier and more memorable experience, experts recommend: 1) Planning the trip as a group and sharing the planning duties; 2) Addressing money matters ahead of time by creating a budget and having a conversation about it with family members; 3) Keeping an open mind and discussing everyone's expectations for the trip; 4) Being considerate about money issues while on the trip and avoiding guilt or shame; 5) Spending some time apart from the group to pursue individual interests and avoid feeling pressured to always be together.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KABC-TV
European airline Corendon Airlines is introducing an "adults-only" zone on flights between Amsterdam and Curaao, allowing passengers aged 16 and older to sit in the front of the plane. The zone will cost an additional fee of just under $50 or $108 for extra legroom, and is aimed at providing a more peaceful and comfortable experience for solo travelers and families.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WPTV News Channel 5 West Palm
Brightline tickets for travel between South Florida and Orlando are now on sale, with one-way fares starting at $79 for adults and $39 for children. A family of four traveling to Walt Disney World for a day trip would pay $395 round trip, including a 25% discount for groups of four or more. The price does not include Disney tickets or transportation from the Orlando station. Brightline plans to have 16 daily trips from Miami to Orlando.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
Traveling with a child on the autism spectrum can be overwhelming, but with proper planning and preparation, it can be a successful and enjoyable experience. Many families with children on the spectrum avoid travel altogether, but resources such as Certified Autism Travel Professionals (CATP) and autism-friendly destinations are making travel more accessible. Tips for successful travel with a child on the spectrum include introducing the concept of travel slowly, familiarizing the child with what to expect, and tailoring the trip to meet the child's individual needs.