{"id":4374,"date":"2020-05-12T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-05-12T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2020-05-12T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2020-05-12T00:00:00","slug":"5-ways-to-maximise-family-bonding-time-on-your-next-holiday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stayz.com.au\/holiday-ideas\/family-and-groups\/family-holiday-ideas\/5-ways-to-maximise-family-bonding-time-on-your-next-holiday","title":{"rendered":"5 ways to maximise family bonding time (and minimise stress) on your next holiday"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Travelling with your family can sometimes feel stressful, and not like the relaxing getaway that it should be. According to recent Stayz brand research*, 69% of travellers worry when planning a group holiday, and 67% have argued with a travel companion as a result of stress caused by planning a family trip. Coordinating travel dates and flights, packing for the family, and searching for accommodation and activities that suit everyone can sound like a logistical nightmare to many.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Thankfully, it doesn\u2019t need to be that way! Follow these five tips to get the best family bonding holiday, with minimal frustration and maximum fun.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>*Mintel, \u201cTravel Booking &#8211; Global\u201d, May 2016 Comscore, \u201cAmerican Travelers Path to Purchase\u201d, April 2016<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <a name=\"Bond_while_planning\">Bond while planning<\/a> by giving every family member a role<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Foodie, explorer, comfort-seeker \u2013 encourage each member to take on one aspect of the holiday based on their interests. You\u2019ll be surprised at how quickly an itinerary can be put together when everyone gets involved! Even the little ones can take responsibility \u2013 mini luggage packers anyone?<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Involve everyone when <a name=\"deciding_where_to_stay\">deciding where to stay<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-11 alignalignfull-width\" src=\"\/holiday-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/78iNNUHTOzAPxB6ler602d\/da4826c15a12286d907955a52d62b40a\/helena-lopes-PGnqT0rXWLs-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"group of people looking out over a view\"><\/figure>\n<p>Choosing accommodation that suits everyone can be challenging. Everyone\u2019s must-haves are often different, such as preferred locations, the importance of separate bedrooms, affordability, and special amenities like a pool or barbeque. Stayz offers filters for booking options, safety and accessibility features, amenities, and property types that make choosing a home that much easier.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<p>\nTip: With the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayz.com.au\/tripboard\">Trip Boards<\/a> tool, you can invite your family members to leave comments, like, and vote for their preferred properties in anticipation of your dream family holiday. <\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Allow for family bonding time by <a name=\"relaxing_the_schedule\">relaxing the schedule<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-11 alignalignfull-width\" src=\"\/holiday-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/3v5h9tkx7UCSFW7XM1kkTl\/4a7b011e7aa2e477ea0ba5e921990cc2\/little_girl_playing_in_a_pool.jpeg\" alt=\"little girl playing in a pool\"><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<p>After a busy day checking out the sights and sounds of the destination you\u2019re visiting, it\u2019s also important to factor downtime into the itinerary. Having dedicated family time to rest and relax together does wonders in helping the family bond more. Look for the right accommodation that will grant you relaxing amenities- like a private pool or hot tub- as well as communal spaces for a game of charades or completing a jigsaw puzzle.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Enjoy quality time by <a name=\"cooking_a_meal\">cooking a meal<\/a> as a family<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Enjoy the comforts of a home-cooked meal made with local produce by booking a holiday home that comes with a fully-equipped kitchen. Have fun shopping for groceries at the local supermarket, before whipping up a yummy feast with everyone\u2019s help. Allocate roles for everyone including the little ones, who will enjoy helping out. After all, a family that cooks together, stays together!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Capture the memories with fun family <a name=\"holiday_photos_\">holiday photos <\/a><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-11 alignalignfull-width\" src=\"\/holiday-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/vFPUoTGT6S6eWGnvOBYjv\/be36a4333699810e73533a6494b51cc3\/wefie_picture_arc_de_triomf.jpeg\" alt=\"family taking a selfie in front of the arc de triomphe\"><\/figure>\n<p>One simple thing that many families forget is to take plenty of pictures and videos to document their holidays! Appoint the most \u201cwefie\u201d-savvy family member as the main photographer, and capture the good, bad, and funny moments. You will appreciate it when you look back years down the road at these cherished memories together. <\/p>\n\n\n<p>Written by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/charlene-tan-38825b36\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Charlene Tan<\/a>, PR manager at Stayz<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Travelling with your family can sometimes feel stressful, and not like the relaxing getaway that it should be. According to recent Stayz brand research*, 69% of travellers worry when planning a group holiday, and 67% have argued with a travel companion as a result of stress caused by planning a family trip. 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