Family trips are perfect opportunities to spend quality time with your loved ones and escape from a busy and exhausting schedule. On an average, most people go on a family trip at least once a year to get a break from the daily work routine. To enjoy a family vacation to the fullest, you must ensure that your loved ones are absolutely safe. This blog lists the most efficient safety tips to follow when going on a family trip.
Safety tips while planning a family trip
A well planned family trip exponentially reduces any chances of mishaps. Following are the safety tips to follow when planning a family trip:
- Do not plan your vacation at a secluded or a less frequented place. Although the idea might be tempting, it is always risky. Even though a remote destination offers more peace and quiet, it might also compromise on your safety. Additionally, you might not be able to have access to basic necessities such as a mobile network, safe transportation and accommodation, etc. If you still want to travel to a remote area, pick a destination that has been previously visited by your friends or relatives.
- Reserve safe transports. One of the most important tips to follow when going on a family trip is to reserve a safe and reliable transport. Book your train or flight tickets before time. If you are to travel by bus, try to avoid traveling during the night, especially if the route is secluded.
- Book safe accommodations. Do not fall into the trap of unbelievably cheap offers on accommodations. When traveling with family, safety becomes the utmost priority. Research accommodations well. They must be well connected and easily accessible. Any advertisement about a remote, peaceful accommodation at reduced prices should be avoided when traveling with family.
Safety tips to follow during your family trip
Below are the safety tips to follow when going on a family trip.
- Always keep a first-aid kit on your family trip. Your loved one getting sick is the last thing you would want on a vacation. However, travel related sickness is inevitable. In order to deal with such a situation, you must keep a first-aid kit with medicines for headache, motion-sickness, upset stomach, bacterial infection, etc. Moreover, you must also double check that all the medicines are well within the expiry date. The first-aid kit must also include face-masks, disinfectants, and antiseptics.
- Keep spare cash. Traveling with your family demands security. Therefore, you must not keep all your cash in your wallets. You must keep some spare cash hidden in your luggage or anywhere discreet, to help you in unforeseen circumstances.
- Carry cash with yourself. Today, all money transactions are done online. However, in places with low or no internet connectivity, cash becomes necessary. Thus, besides bringing all the credit and debit cards, carry cash in your family trip as well.
- Bring all the necessary documents and keep them safe. All passports, aadhar cards, licenses and travel passes and permits must be kept safe. You must also bring copies of all these documents and try to use them instead of originals
- Today all of our contacts are stored on our mobiles. However, you might be in trouble if your mobiles get misplaced, or stolen. Therefore, you must always carry a list of emergency contacts to be able to contact people even without a phone.
- Carry emergency and spare water bottles. Importance of water cannot be exaggerated. As much as possible, try to carry your own bottles and avoid drinking tap water at restaurants.
- If you are on a road trip with your family, research the route well and avoid going on remote and secluded routes as much as possible. Check your vehicle before going on a road-trip.
- Pack season appropriate luggage and always keep spare clothes in case of any emergency. If you are traveling to the mountains, you must be prepared for unpredictable weather. Umbrellas, sunscreen, and warm clothes are absolutely essential.
- In case you plan to go trekking with your family, make sure that all your family members are physically fit, specially kids. Choose the trekking trail as per the ability of your family. A moderate to easy hike will not only be a fun activity for your kids and loved ones, it will also pose minimum risks and dangers.
- One of the important safety tips to follow when going on a family trip is to avoid unsupervised adventure sports. Always be accompanied by a guide and follow all instructions carefully.
- Get vaccinations. Make sure that you are completely vaccinated as per the requirements of your destination. You must never take vaccinations lightly as they are indispensable for your well being.
Hiring travel agents for a safe family trip
Staying carefree when you are traveling with your family becomes a huge responsibility. Hiring a reliable and experienced travel agent to plan a safe family trip for you makes your trip carefree and less cumbersom
At KulluManali Travel, your family trip will be completely safe and secure. We have a decade long experience of planning fun and relaxing family trips for tourists all over the country. We are the absolute best in the traveling industry and offer the following services:
- A well researched itinerary. All you have to do is tell us about your family’s preferences and taste and leave the rest to us. Our travel agents research and plan the perfect itinerary for your family as per their choices. Whether you and your family are looking for peace and quiet, or you are out for some adventure, KulluManali Travel has the best holiday planned for you. You will have to do absolutely nothing but enjoy yourself.
- Safe and clean accommodations. We are familiar with the destination and know all the best, safest, and affordable accommodations. We take away your stress about researching and booking hotels.
- We also provide transportation services with an experienced and reliable guide to guarantee you a safe and enjoyable family trip.Planning a family trip to Kullu Manali or anywhere else? Contact us now.