The far-reaching benefits of travel When our month of adventure came to an end, we were all exhausted and excited to be home (except for maybe Cody), but we had the time of our lives and made memories that will stay with us forever. Over the last six months, we’ve seen how the experiences we shared are shaping the way our kids see and interact with the world. It lit a spark in them that is fueling their curiosity, creativity and compassion like nothing else can, and we hope that’s a flame we can continue to feed over the years to come. When we hear other parents say, “I’ve always wanted to do a trip like that, but it seems really overwhelming. I don’t know if we can do it,” our response is, “You can!” It definitely takes planning, preparation and saving, but that can be part of the fun. Here are a few tips to kickstart your planning (or at least your daydreaming!): 1. Make the planning a family affair. Sure, the ultimate plans and decisions should probably be steered by the adults, but don’t hesitate to let your kids throw in their two cents as well. They’ll be more interested and engaged, which will make it more fun for everyone. 2. Don’t forget passports and other travel requirements. Yes, even for little ones. Regardless of age, everyone needs a passport to travel internationally, and for kids under the age of 16, the initial application must be submitted in person with both parents or guardians signing off either in person or through a notarized letter. You’ll also want to research whether your destinations require Visas, vaccination or medical documentation, custody documents, international driving permits, etc. I particularly recommend researching your destination’s COVID requirements and protocols as those vary greatly and change frequently. Travel. state.gov and CDC.gov are both helpful resources.
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