The Travel Mom's Ultimate Book Of Family Travel

It's easier than you think to start Planning, Surviving, And Enjoying Your Family Vacation Together with Emily Kaufman's book; The Travel Mom's Ultimate Book Of Family Travel.

Family vacations are the source of some of our most cherished family memories. From the first camping trip, to the first visit to Disney World, to a magical return to a favorite beach resort, vacations spent with our kids present us with special time together when our normal routines don’t hamper or distract us,” says Emily Kaufman, aka “The Travel Mom” and travel contributor for ABC-TV’s Good Morning America.

What makes a great family vacation?

Spending it with those you love. When thinking about our next family vacation a picture began developing in my head. Beautiful sandy beaches, the kids laughing in the background, everything was perfect, and then the ball dropped.

Amy threw the sand bucket at Jimmy after he crushed her sand-castle. A moment later Dad calls for reinforcement. Frustrated and tired, the kids bicker all the way back to the hotel. Sound familiar? Once I shook off the chills I picked up Emily Kaufman's new book; The Travel Mom's Ultimate Book Of Family Travel: Planning, Surviving, And Enjoying Your Vacation Together.

With just a little hope I found a quiet corner of the house and settled down with a cup of tea to read. While reading I noticed how time “The Travel Mom,” Kaufman dedicated to searching for fun, affordable destinations that make family vacation enjoyable. Within just a few pages I felt some of the dread slipping away as I read her fresh ideas and suggestions.

A Vacation Planning Work Sheet?

Emily Kaufman makes a great suggestion in her new book The Travel Mom's Ultimate Book Of Family Travel; create a vacation work sheet. I thought this would certainly be more fun than making boring list of chores and groceries. Here are a few of Emily's suggestions to consider when making your list:

1. What is your travel mood: energetic, quiet, or a mix of the two?

3. Do you and your family enjoy doing a lot of activities, such as sightseeing or touring? Or do you want to spend time primarily resting?

2. Do you want to visit a warm or cold climate, or does it matter?

4. Do you and your family enjoy the outdoors, or do you prefer full amenities?

5. Do you already know your dates of travel?

6. How old are your kids, and do their ages preclude some trips?

Reading through The Travel Mom's Ultimate Book Of Family Travel you’ll find easy to understand steps to help you figure a budget, (Always helpful) select a destination, suggestions about accommodations, and decide on the best mode of transportation. The numerous lists of destinations (winter travel trips to beach vacations) and excursions (kayak adventures to hiking) are very helpful. They’re also great for coming up with new ideas for vacation one may not have considered before.

Are You Ready To Start Planning?

The Travel Mom's Ultimate Book of Family Travel: Planning, Surviving, and Enjoying Your Vacation Together is a welcome comprehensive guide which offers an abundance of fantastic destinations and excursions, plus the tools and resources needed to customize a vacation that suits your family’s interests and budget.

Visit the author's web site: The Travel Mom to learn more about the Travel Mom's Ultimate Book of Family Travel: Planning, Surviving, and Enjoying Your Vacation Together. The Travel Mom's Ultimate Book of Family Travel: Planning, Surviving, and Enjoying Your Vacation Together is also available at Barnes & NobleBarnes & Noble.

About the Author:

Emily Kaufman, aka “The Travel Mom,” is the travel contributor of ABC’s Good Morning America. In addition to GMA, she has appeared on The View, Good Day Live, and CNN and is a regular contributor to Woman’s Day magazine. Emily spends most of her time traveling the world in search of terrific family vacations with her children, thirteen-year-old Gabby and fifteen-year-old Charlie, and her husband, Sid. She resides in Southern California but basically lives on a plane.

Melody Schubert is Managing Editor of USA Travel Magazine where you can explore America’s Backyard, visit: http://www.usatravelmagazine.com.