Beitel travel advice

Going on holiday with your pets can be a lot of fun, but it also involves a few extra things to take care of.  If you’re on top of these, however, going on a trip with your pet won’t be any more stressful than travelling alone. Check with whatever form of transportation you’re taking to see what their pet policies are.  Most will require your pet to be in a good-sized carrier with food and water, and many will require your pet to be placed in the checked baggage area.  You may need to give your pet a mild tranquilizer if he or she becomes too nervous or starts trying to escape. Note that you cannot take a pet on international trips – they will have to be held in quarantine upon arriving.  The quarantine period is usually four weeks or more. You will need to take bowls for your pet to eat out of and some food.  You will also need to take a leash and, if you’re taking a cat or small indoor dog, a litter box of some sort.  If you plan on taking your dog outside to use the bathroom, be sure to take gloves and a bag to clean up any messes.  You don’t want to leave any waste lying around where another person could step in it. Finally, try to come up with an activity to do with your pet each day while on holiday.  You don’t want to simply take your pet with you only to leave him or her locked up in your hotel room all day.  Go to a park or at least take your pet for a walk each day to give him some exercise.

Going on holiday alone, with friends, or with your significant other is very different from going on holiday with your children.  The experience of travelling with your entire family can be very rewarding, but it also presents some new challenges.

First, you have to keep an eye on your children.  In some locations, especially very crowded, busy locations, it can be easy to lose track of one another.  If your children get lost in a foreign city, they will probably panic, and you’ll be just as panicked as you look for them.  Always make certain your children know the name of the hotel you are staying at in case you do get separated.  Another good idea is to designate a meeting area in case you do get separated.  This might be the fountain in the middle of a public square, a specific store in a mall, or the gift store of a museum.

Obviously, having your children along on a trip is also going to impact your budget, but it may not be as expensive as you think.  Some hotels offer discounted rates for younger children, as do some airlines and train lines.  Inquire before you make your reservations.  Also look into children’s prices on tickets for events and admissions.

Travelling with children also may mean more luggage and that may mean extra costs.  To defer this, consider sharing a larger suitcase with your kids.  If you have two kids, they can share a suitcase.  If you only have one young child, you may be able to fit all of their clothes in your suitcase or split their clothes between you and your spouse.

Finally, remember that you will need to schedule some events just for your children.  Don’t expect them to sit through concerts and plays if you’re not prepared to go to children’s museums and theme parks.  Plan a trip that gives both adults and children things to do, and you’ll find the entire family will have a great time.

Lodging is one of the most important aspects of a holiday or business trip.  While your company may select your hotel for you if you’re on business, if you’re going on holiday, you may have many different choices.  However, you want to be sure you select a hotel that best fits your needs.

What amenities do you need in your lodging?  Some hotels offer luxuries like fridges, microwaves, and even small kitchenettes, but you’ll find these rooms are sometimes more expensive.  You also have a choice in beds—do you need one large bed or two smaller ones?  Will you need a roll-in bed?  If you’re getting two rooms, can you get them with an adjoining door?  Take all of these considerations into account when you’re booking your lodging.

You also need to consider location.  Finding a hotel near places you want to visit is a good idea since it will cut down on transportation time.  You may even be able to walk from your hotel, saving you money on taxi rides.  Also check to see if your hotel offers shuttles to the airport or not.  Some hotels do have free transportation back and forth to the airport, but some do not.

If you’re travelling with children, inquire about discounted rates.  Some hotels charge less for children under 12, and some allow babies to stay for free.  Likewise, be sure to check how many adults are allowed in each room.  Some charge one price for two adults and a different price for three or four adults.