Family Vacation Destination - How Far is Too Far

September 25th, 2008 by admin

Choosing a family vacation destination can be a difficult thing, especially when you have little ones tagging along. So how far can you comfortably travel by car with children under ten? Check out our chart to find out what the maximum time of comfortable car time is for each age group . . .•    3 and under – 3 hours•    3 to 5 – 4 hours •    5 to 7 – 5 to 6 hours•    8-10 – 8 hoursEach child’s breaking point is different. These are just general guidelines to help you pan out a good choice destination. Remember, it is unreasonable to believe a child can sit still for hours and hours at a time. Expect a few “Are we there yet’s” and maybe even a tantrum in between. Whatever you choose, be prepared and make sure to pack plenty of snacks, drinks and activities for your little ones to ensure they won’t get bored or fussy.

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