Travel with Kendra: Stress-Free Travel Tips
Today we have a guest post from the much travelled Kendra Thornton. Now she is a full time mother of 3. Before being promoted to the full time position of Mommy, she was the Orbitz director of communications and had the opportunity to travel all around the world. Kendra is a great person to give us tips for travelling happily and staying healthy!
If you are a woman who enjoys travelling but
hates the stress of planning each and every aspect of your journey, these tips
can assist you in obtaining a balanced and peaceful travel experience. When
planning to head out of town, whether you are travelling to a faraway exotic
location or a destination nearby, vacation is a time when you should be able to
unwind, settle down and relax without the constant stress of everyday life
following you along the way. While it is important to not over-plan your
vacation, having certain things taken care of before you depart can provide you
with an overall better experience than you would have otherwise.
Tip 1: On-Site Activities for Added Fun
Whenever I am planning a vacation for the
family, I always try to find a hotel or resort that offers a wide variety of
on-site amenities that we can all enjoy. Whether we're travelling with the kids
or I'm spending the weekend with my husband, we always have a much better time
when there are plenty of things to do on-site that amuse us throughout our
stay. This gives us the ability to stay right at the hotel without having to
find other things to do nearby.
On-line resources such as Gogobot are excellent in helping you to find
listings of hotels, tips, tricks and reviews from others who are pleased
with the facilities. Some things that you may want to look for include free
continental breakfast, kids clubs, planned activities, sports courts and more.
Tip 2: Staying Hydrated
Staying hydrated is especially important in
order to fully enjoy a healthy and safe vacation. Not only will water help you
to stay hydrated while you are out and about, enjoying theme parks and outdoor
attractions, but it's also a great idea to pack your own healthy snacks that are loaded with
nutrients and will help you to save money
rather than buying unhealthy snacks throughout your travels.
Tip 3: Yoga Before Travelling
Before travelling I like to enjoy a light
workout that keeps my muscles in shape. Sitting in the car or on a plane for
hours can lead to restlessness and stiff joints. By enjoying yoga before travelling you'll get your blood flowing, leading to a healthier travel
experience. If you’re not into yoga - go for a run, walk or rollerblade to get
that energy out. I recommend the kids doing the same!
Tip 4: Stress Relief Through Music
Travelling alone or with the kids in tow can
become quite stressful or even a little bit boring. That's why I like to load
up my iPod with tons of music from artists that I enjoy before travelling Apps
like Spotify also give me access to the latest hits that meet my interests. By
simply plugging the iPod into the car, we can listen to all different types of
genres that can be a major stress reliever.
Tip 5: Go Exploring
While you may be suffering from a little bit
of jet lag after entering a different time zone, you can actually rest your
internal rhythm by getting out as soon as you arrive at your destination and
enjoying the beautiful outdoor weather. MacGregor in Yoga Journal states that
it's great to, "get out and explore it as soon as you can."
With
summer here in full swing and traveling always being a good idea to do no
matter what time of the year - I hope these personal travel tips find you well
and are helpful for your next vacation!
Kendra Thornton, now a full time mother of 3, was the former Orbitz director of communications and had the opportunity to travel all around the world.
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