Teenagers are adults-in-training. They crave independence, but they still require guidelines. Vacation planning can be a daunting task for any parent of adolescents.
Make your job easier – involve your teenagers in the planning process. Arrange a family brainstorming session and decide on a holiday that everyone will enjoy.
A vacation plan should take into consideration each teen’s likes and dislikes. A teenager who participates in science fairs may enjoy touring scientific exhibits. A history buff will enjoy museums. A budding musician might like a tour of Graceland. Ask for specific feedback. Teenagers sway from requiring guidelines and curfews to believing that they know everything – and insisting on doing everything their own way.
Here is a partial list of activities that you might want to use as a springboard for your initial vacation-brainstorming session:
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