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Vacation Tips For Parents Travelling With Kids

There’s so much excitement when a family vacation comes around. But as any parent can tell you, going on a holiday is not without its challenges. Below are some tips to help parents plan their next holiday adventure.

Pack Like a Pro

A little prep goes a long way. Take some time to make sure you have your everyday essentials (like prescriptions) packed for the journey ahead. Consider having your kids carry some of their own essentials, too; that way they can have them at the ready whenever they need them.

Knowing what you need ahead of time can stop you from dealing with the stress of overpacking and having to lug around unnecessary cargo. It also frees up space if you want to bring a memento or two back.

Things to Have Organized Before Departing

A little bit of prep can help reduce your travel stress. Here are some things you can do to organize for your holiday:

  • Book your tickets for transportation, accommodations, and attractions in advance to avoid lineups, sell-outs and other disappointments.
  • Make a schedule/itinerary ahead of time – that way you know when and where to be, so you can get to places and activities comfortably.
  • Carry your necessary documents so you have access to them when or if they’re needed
  • Look into backup activities in case your original plans fall through.
  •  Add to your own entertainment. It doesn’t matter where you are, kids aren’t immune to getting restless when things feel a bit boring. If you have activities or items available that can keep them entertained in places with no Wi-Fi or TV, you’ll be less likely to dread delays or rainy days.

Remember The Travel Part Of Your Travel Plan

Vacations are exciting, so why not study up on what’s awaiting you? A little bit of planning ahead can help you know if there’s an ideal time to visit a destination and what portions of your trip are good for having mini-breaks to recharge. If you’re heading abroad, this is also a fantastic time to learn about the culture you’re visiting. Get more information about the location you’ll be in and practice phrases you might need to communicate in the spoken language of the region.

Get On The Same Page

When you’re travelling as a group, it’s important to know what everyone’s expectations are ahead of time. There’s plenty of time ahead of a trip to explain to your children what your expectations are and be crystal clear about what they should do to stay safe in these new environments.

Choose Coverage That’s Ready For Adventure

If you’re planning a trip with your entire family, TD Insurance Travel Insurance can help provide coverage for certain unexpected events.

What travel insurance approach should you choose for your family vacation? It depends on what you’re looking for. Here are the plans TD Insurance can offer you and your family.

  • TD Insurance Single-Trip Medical Plan: If you are an occasional traveler planning to travel for less than 2121 days, the Single Trip Plan might be for you. Review the TD Insurance Single Trip Medical Plan page to learn more and get a quote.
  • TD Insurance Multi-Trip Medical Plan: If you travel often, then the multi-trip plan could be more cost-effective than buying a single-trip plan each time. This plan provides you with up to $5 million in emergency travel medical coverage for each covered trip up to the maximum trip duration selected within one year. Review the TD Insurance Multi-Trip Medical Plan page  to learn more and get a quote.
  • Trip Cancellation and Interruption Insurance

    • This will help you protect your trip investment. Before you go, we'll cover eligible non-refundable travel expenses like trip deposits and flight change fees, if your trip is cancelled because of a covered cause. While you are on your trip, and your plans change due to an unexpected, covered cause, we’ll cover your trip home or to your next destination. Review the TD Insurance Trip Cancellation and Interruption plan page to learn more and get a quote.

  • Multi-Trip All-Inclusive Insurance
  • This is the most comprehensive plan we offer. It provides you with multiple benefits, including up to $5 million in emergency travel medical coverage, trip cancellation and interruption coverage and more, for multiple covered trips up to the maximum trip duration selected within one year. Review the TD Insurance Multi-Trip All-Inclusive Plan Page to learn more and get a quote. 

Learn more about what TD Insurance Travel Insurance can offer you by visiting here.

TD Travel Medical Insurance (Single Trip Plan and Annual Plan) is underwritten by TD Life Insurance Company. TD Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption Insurance is underwritten by TD Life Insurance Company (medical covered causes) and TD Home and Auto Insurance Company (non-medical covered causes). Medical and claim assistance, claim payment and administration services under the Policy are provided by our Administrator.

Coverages may be subject to conditions, exclusions and limitations. Refer to the Certificate of Insurance for full details of coverage.

1Up to 212 days but not longer than the maximum number of days allowed under your Government Health Insurance Plan (GHIP) for travel outside of Canada.

The content on this page is for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial or insurance advice.  The information contained herein, is subject to change without notice. Speak to a licensed professional insurance advisor regarding your specific situation.