China isn’t exactly the first destination that comes to mind while planning family vacation. However, China is an ancient civilization which at present is growing at an exponential speed. The country is an ideal example of where we started and where we have have now reached in the 21st century. Brimming with all the modern advancements, yet still clinging to the age old traditions, a trip to China can be incredible rewarding and educational for the kids.

Simply plan your itinerary well, keep a light schedule focusing on things that kids will find interesting and you can have an exciting, safe and hassle-free family vacation in China. Further, to get the lowdown on planning the trip and making it memorable, you can dig into the following tips.

Explore about China

In order to get the best result out of your trip, the essential thing is to learn more about China. This can be done by exploring more through reading and browsing websites linked with the place talking about the same. Learning would make your stay fruitful as you’ll now be having good knowledge about the place.

Decide when to visit

Settling the date for a family vacation can be incredibly daunting when the kids are in school and the parents have limited holiday allowance. Plus, you also need to consider the perfect time of the year to explore China. A time when the places you plan on visiting aren’t too crowded, the hotel prices haven’t skyrocketed due to peak season, and cheap flights for China are easily available. Make sure you settle the time of your vacation a couple of months in advance, so that you can plan a budget-friendly vacation.

Get a family-friendly accommodation

China offers a plethora of family-friendly accommodation options in every price group. There are endless hotels, B&B’s and homestays etc. that serve a wide range of cuisines and offer several interesting activities for the kids to enjoy during the stay. A little research can help you find the perfect family-friendly accommodation.

Find the best place

China is a big country with an endless list of places to explore. As such, it’s imperative to research and find out the best places for a family tour. Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Guilin, Chengdu are some of the well-known places that people prefer to make a visit to.

Travel Guide

Hiring a travel or tour guide can also prove out to be of great help when it is about visiting China for the first time with family. The travel guides know each and every single thing about the place and thus can make your stay completely stress-free. Plus, travel guides are usually well-versed with the local languages, which can be of immense benefit in China.

Safety

When it is about traveling with children, safety is a prime concern. Do not let your children walk away in any of the crowded streets. Make sure to let them carry a note in Chinese that would get them back to you, in case you lose them. 

Also, do not forget to carry the camera along! After all, it is all about making memories that you can cherish later on.

Published: 2018-01-16 22:21:30