The Auntventure of a Lifetime!
Melanie Notkin is Founder of Savvy Auntie, Author and Lifestyle Expert
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Have you thought about sharing the gift of travel with your nieces and nephews, but want something different from the theme parks and cruises? If you are looking for something off the beaten path, but still safe and entertaining for both adults and children, then small group international cultural tours may be what you are looking for.
These types of tours are designed to get you up close and personal with the places you visit. They provide a local guide, accommodation, in country transport and activities. You travel in small groups, allowing you experience the local food, culture and people. With set itineraries and dates, planning an adventure is easy and hassle-free.
The best part of small group tours are the real life experiences you will have along the way. You get to travel, eat, interact and live the local way. That means jumping in a canoe and paddling down a river, or riding a tuk-tuk through a maze of busy streets. You might stay in a homestay with a family, or eat at a family-owned restaurant known only to the locals. And behind all of these experiences is an expert local leader – English-speaking, enthusiastic and passionate about their country, they are experts in facilitating group family adventure holidays, and of course, they love kids!
Budget Friendly
Worried about the budget? Don’t be – small group travel actually saves you money. Through a mix of special rates on accommodation and flexible itineraries, a one or two week trip is surprisingly affordable. This is not to say that quality is compromised. All accommodation and transport keeps children in mind with safety and comfort as the top priority.
The value of travel for children is immeasurable. Not only will you spend quality time with the children in your life, but you will provide them with experiences and perspectives that can only be gained through travel. Above all, the shared experiences that come from you and your nieces and nephews interacting with different cultures around the world means that you’ll be creating memories together - once in a lifetime experiences that you’ll never forget.
A tour operator I recommend is Intrepid Travel. Intrepid has been running these kinds of tours for 23 years and offers trips in over 20 countries, stretching over five continents: South America, Europe, Africa, Asia and in the United States. They are a socially responsible tour operator that also likes to have a lot of fun. For more information on Intrepid and small group travel visit www.intrepidtravel.com/family or call them at 1-800-970-7299.
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