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Getting Kids Ready for Back to School: Tips for a Smooth Transition

As summer winds down, the excitement and anticipation of a new school year begin to build. Preparing your kids for back to school can be a fun and rewarding experience with a bit of planning and organization. Here are some tips to help ensure a smooth transition: 1. Establish a Routine Start adjusting your child’s sleep schedule a week or two before school begins. Gradually move bedtime earlier and wake them up closer to the time they’ll need to get up for school. This helps their bodies adjust and makes the first week back less of a shock. 2. Organize School Supplies Make a list of necessary school supplies and involve your child in the shopping process. Letting them choose their notebooks, pens, and backpacks can make them more excited about the new school year. Don’t forget to label everything with their name! 3. Create a Study Space Set up a dedicated, clutter-free area for homework and studying. Ensure it’s well-lit and stocked with all the supplies they might need. Having a speci
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Christmas vacation ideas for the perfect family getaway

 


Here are some family vacation ideas for the Christmas season:

  • New York City: Families can visit the Rockefeller Christmas tree, window displays on 5th Avenue, enjoy ice skating, see the Radio City Rockettes, shop at Christmas markets and more.
  • Asheville, North Carolina: Come for the Biltmore Estate, where there’s a traditional Christmas celebration that includes elaborate decor and candlelit evenings. Families can also enjoy The National Gingerbread House Competition and Winter Lights at North Carolina Arboretum.
  • Aspen, Colorado: Those needing snow to get in the Christmas spirit should head here and celebrate their 12 days of Christmas, referring to the town’s 12-day celebration (12 Days of Aspen) that runs through the new year. Apart from winter sports like skiing and tubing, families can also enjoy the town’s annual light festival.
  • Park City, Utah: Domestic ski destinations like Park City, Utah are quite popular for those looking for a winter wonderland ski and snow vacation over the winter break. Families visiting Park City over the holidays can also go for a sleigh ride through town or check out the Midway Ice Castles.
  • Nashville, Tennessee: Celebrate the holidays in the Holy City, which might feel a bit like stepping into a Charles Dickens’ tale. Families can enjoy a holiday lights festival and the Children’s Village at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens.
  • Charleston, South Carolina: If the kids are worried Santa might not stop, book the French Quarter Inn’s Sleigh Bell Suite, which comes fully decked out in holiday decor and features an in-room eggnog bar, cookies and milk.
  • White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia: Experience the magic of Christmas starting the weekend after Thanksgiving at The Greenbrier with a tree lighting. Dubbed “America’s Resort,” families can experience weekends with Santa which include cookies and milk and one-to-one time with St. Nick for kids.
  • Finland: Not only is it a winter wonderland, it is the home of Santa Claus himself. There are Christmas markets and even reindeer in the streets. Families who travel at Christmas may also experience a bonus — a possible Northern Lights sighting.
  • Germany: The Christmas markets in Germany are a top winter getaway destination. Nuremburg is one of the best.
  • Quebec City, Canada: The entire old town turns into a Christmas village. Families visiting at Christmas can enjoy outdoor markets, ice skating and no shortage of twinkling lights.
  • San Miguel de Allende, Mexico: Visitors to San Miguel de Allende should go to experience the Christmas culture of Mexico in a colonial town that has both colorful celebrations, but also respects the religious aspects of the holiday. There are over 40 places of worship within the old town.
  • London, England: Big cities go all out during the holidays. The filming location for the famed Christmas movie “Love Actually,” London offers Christmas visitors markets, theater performances and a sea of historical landmarks.


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