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If you are planning a family holiday and you want it to be fun, special and valuable but without breaking the bank then you might want to think about a camping holiday. These can be a brilliant experience with the kids, plus it can teach them a lot of valuable life skills as well as show them how to respect nature. Read on to discover a few tips for how you can plan a successful camping holiday with the kids that you will all cherish for years to come.
Plan Your Days Out
You do not want to get bored while on holiday so it is a good idea to have plans for each day – you do not always have to stick to this, but it is helpful to have things planned. You should research ahead to see if there is anywhere in the local area worth exploring and also think about how you will get there, such as with trains to Sevenoaks if you are in the Kent area which can be a fun day out.
Tent or Caravan?
One of the major decisions that you need to make is whether to camp in a tent or in a caravan. You will get more home comforts and space with a tent, but equally there is something special about sleeping in a tent and it is a good way to teach your kids about nature. Of course, you will also need to think about the weather as it would not be much fun camping in a tent if it is constantly raining!
Make it Stress Free!
If you want to be able to make your way easily around the campsite, try a baby carrier instead of a pushchair! Saves room and makes travelling on uneven grass a bit more hassle free. You can research online for the best organic baby carriers to make sure you find the best fit for your family.
Campsite Reviews
There are many terrific campsites up and down the country which are family-friendly and with excellent facilities, but not all are of the same standard which is why you should always research campsites and read reviews before making any kind of booking.
Check Out Campsite Activities
You may also want to look at what campsite activities are available as some places will have a wide range of fun, family-friendly activities available which can be of great help in keeping the kids entertained and ensures that there is always something to do even if you do not feel like leaving the campsite.
Pack Appropriately
Of course, you will also want to make sure that you pack appropriately and have everything that you need for a fun and comfortable holiday. This will include things like:
- Comfortable clothing for warm and cold weather
- Bathroom essentials
- Basic kitchen equipment
- Food staples
- Electronics
A camping holiday can be great fun with the kids as well as teach them life skills and show them the great beauty of the country, but this is quite unlike a regular vacation so it is important that you know how to plan a camping holiday so that you can all have the best time possible.