Great tips to avoid being 'tortured' when taking your kids out during the holidays

Here are some tips fromParentsthat you can apply immediately to "survive" your next trip:

Using technology

Before you go, download plenty of entertainment to your phone, tablet or laptop. Your favorite TV shows or games will help relieve boredom and stress when waiting for a delayed flight or waiting for a train... Remember to bring headphones and charge the battery.

Early Start

Leave home an hour earlier than usual when you arrive at the airport or train station. You can spend the extra time exploring these locations instead of getting stuck in traffic and worrying about being late.

Don't go hungry

An empty stomach can make you more irritable and grumpy. Plus, having something to munch on while you wait during peak holiday times can help you beat boredom. Pack some protein- or fiber-rich snacks that are easy to grab with your fingers, like nuts, dried fruit, cheese, or hard-boiled eggs.

Remember that other people are just as stressed as you are.

Traveling during the holidays can be stressful and tiring due to crowds and waiting. Take a deep breath, smile and stay positive. Getting away from your routine and being with your children and loved ones is a special occasion, so cherish it and enjoy it. Remember that getting upset about flight delays, long waits, etc. is not as helpful as staying calm. Kind words will always beat a grumpy, rude attitude.

Pack light

Only bring the necessary items because when traveling with children, especially to crowded places, you will be annoyed if you have to worry about carrying a mountain of things. Also make sure your luggage is suitable in size, weight according to standards, and ticket price to avoid extra fees.

Give children a certain amount of money to spend each day going out.

Expensive prices and the sight of children whining to buy things when visiting each tourist attraction will make parents stressed. The solution is, on the first day you can give each child a certain amount of money, such as 100,000 VND, and each day after that give them a little more so they can spend as they wish. This method will be very useful because children will know how to consider each item they intend to buy and will not ask their parents when they see things they like such as soft drinks, snacks, and toys.

Choose destinations that are not too popular

Children are happy when their parents are happy. So consider your destination carefully so that you don’t choose a place that is too crowded and crowded. For children, just going to a new place, eating ice cream, being with parents who are happy, relaxing and paying attention to them is enough to make them happy. So don’t stress too much about choosing a location.