Celebrating a High School Graduation with a Family Vacation
Where have the last 18 years gone? Can you believe it? Your “baby” will be graduating from high school. If you love to travel as much as our family does, you probably have had many wonderful experiences traveling with your kids over the years. But, as we’re finding out, as our kids have gotten older, finding the time for family travel experiences can be difficult. Kids are busy and life sometimes can get in the way of our travel dreams. Extra curricular activities, sports, kids jobs, friends, church activities, and school work load can all create hurdles that make it difficult to find the time to enjoy family vacation experiences. Does this sound familiar? If so, you may want to consider using your son or daughter’s graduation as an opportunity to set aside all the “stuff” and come together as a family to celebrate the milestone with a family vacation.
The summer after a high school graduation is such an important time. In many families, kids just have a couple months left at home before they head off to college. They are preparing to spread their wings and step out into the world as an adult. This can come with so many emotions for both the graduate and the parent as a chapter in the family’s story is coming to an end. These important weeks are a great time to connect as a family. Many families use this as an opportunity to experience the world together and check off one or more of those bucket-list destinations they have always wanted to experience.
Some parents choose to travel with their family alone. Others use this celebratory time to travel together with extended family or even the families of some of their graduate’s friends. There are also parents who decide to take just their graduate on a special senior trip. Some even decide to opt for a travel experience instead of a big expensive graduation party.
High School Graduation Vacation Ideas
Guided Tours
Guided tours are a fantastic way to experience many different parts of the world with your family. So many families like this option because they feel comfortable knowing that they can enjoy amazing, bucket-list destinations without having to worry about knowing a different language, needing to navigate unknown roads, or having a complete understanding of unfamiliar cultures or customs. Many guided tours will include accommodations, professional guides, transportation, and some meals. All the guesswork is done for you! Working with a travel advisor is a great way to connect with trusted travel partners from destinations around the world. There is no reason to not experience the parts of the world you have always wanted to see with your graduate! Consider a guided tour.
Cruise
A cruise is another great option to consider for your high school graduation celebration vacation. There are so many wondrous destinations that you can experience on a cruise ship. In addition, many cruises include mouth-watering meals and so much entertainment. A cruise ship can be like a floating resort, offering something for everyone in your family. Many families are also drawn to cruises because they are very affordable compared to other types of travel experiences. A cruise gives families to spend quality time together, but also gives plenty of opportunity to do your own thing. This is a win-win for both the parents and the graduate!
Theme Park
What high school graduate does not love a theme park? Using the occasion of your teen’s graduation to take a family vacation to Disney World, Universal Resorts, Sea World, or other theme park is a dream-come-true for so many graduates. Theme parks are a great choice for families because they all truly have something to offer people of all ages. Reach out to us! We’d love to connect you with the latest deals and promotions and to craft a theme park experience your graduate, as well as your whole family are sure to love.
High school graduation trips give families an opportunity to make memories that will last a life time. Are you ready to plan that “last hurrah” travel experience for your family. If so, it is never too early to start planning. Many families will start planning during their teen’s 10th or 11th grade year. Tied 2 Travel are experts in curating travel experiences that bring families together. We’d be honored to help you plan the perfect experience to celebrate your teen. Reach out today and let’s plan your vacation. Then, when the familiar sounds of Pomp and Circumstance fade, and the cap and gown are tucked away in the closet, your family can head out on an adventure that you and your graduate will never forget.
