Myth Busted: If I Travel During Christmas, It Will Ruin the Holiday for My Kids
This belief kept my own family home for years because we valued our kids’ input—and honestly, I believed it too! But, I’ve learned as both a parent and a family travel advisor– magical Christmases can happen far from home too.
What We Fear As Parents:
Missing “traditional” Christmas morning at home
Kids being disappointed without their familiar routine
Losing that cozy “Christmas magic” feeling
Extended family judgment about “abandoning sacred traditions”
The logistics of traveling during peak season (let’s be honest!)
The truth is, Christmas magic isn’t tied to your zip code—it’s tied to being TOGETHER and creating shared adventures.
Let’s plan a trip where YOUR kids can experience:
Opening presents on a pristine beach while watching the sunrise over turquoise waters
Christmas dinner with a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower twinkling in the distance
Building their first “real” snowmen in the Colorado Rockies instead of waiting for that elusive hometown snow
Wandering through enchanting European Christmas markets, sampling lebkuchen and sipping hot chocolate
Swimming with sea turtles on Christmas Day in Hawaii
Ice skating in front of Rockefeller Center instead of just seeing it on TV
Tips for Christmas Travel Success:
Pack Your Heart, Not Just Your Bags – Bring a few key traditions with you: favorite ornaments for your hotel room, special Christmas pajamas, or that must-have hot chocolate mix that makes everything feel like home.
Embrace New Traditions – Maybe Christmas morning now means mimosas and pancakes overlooking the Pacific instead of coffee in your kitchen.
Let Me Handle the Logistics (Especially the Room Situation!) – Here’s where my expertise really shines: I know which resorts have connecting family suites, which hotels offer villa-style accommodations perfect for extended families, and how to secure rooms close together when you need a little space but want to stay connected. I can arrange everything from adjoining rooms for parents who want the kids nearby, to multi-bedroom suites where everyone has privacy but can gather for Christmas morning chaos.
Give Kids Ownership – Let them research and choose one special activity or restaurant. When they feel invested in the journey, it makes a big difference.
Document Everything – These adventures become the stories your family tells for decades. Those Christmas morning beach photos will be framed.
Choose Your Destination Thoughtfully – Not every place works for every family. As your travel advisor, I’ll help you find the perfect match for your crew’s interests, ages, and energy levels.
Consider Bringing the Whole Crew – Christmas travel doesn’t have to mean leaving grandparents behind! Some of my favorite family trips include three generations celebrating together. There’s something so special about watching grandpa teach the kids to fish on a Caribbean beach or grandma exploring European Christmas markets with the family.
My Hotel Partners and I will Handle the Holiday Magic Behind-the-Scenes – Here’s where working with a travel advisor becomes pure gold: I can coordinate directly with hotels to create those special Christmas moments that feel effortless to you but are actually carefully orchestrated. I can arrange for families to find Christmas trees already decorated in their suites, coordinate surprise visits from “Santa” who somehow knew exactly what the kids wanted, and work with hotel chefs to recreate grandma’s famous Christmas cookies. These aren’t standard services—they’re the kind of personalized touches that happen when you have an advocate working your hotel connections.
Here’s What I Know After Working With Other Families & Traveling Myself on Christmas:
Your kids won’t remember the year Christmas was “ruined” by travel. They’ll remember the year their family did something completely different and amazing. They’ll remember the year Mom and Dad said “let’s try something new” and took them somewhere exciting to explore.
The world is full of incredible places to celebrate Christmas—from tropical paradises to snowy wonderlands to culturally rich cities that celebrate the season in ways you’ve never imagined.
Ready to give your family the gift of unforgettable Christmas memories in a stunning new destination? Let’s chat about places that will have your whole family saying, “This was our BEST Christmas ever!” I’ll handle all the details so you can focus on making memories. Contact me so we can begin to plan your magical holiday.
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