She refers to herself as Dr. Nurse Mama when she posts to the blog that has parents fascinated with her advice, thus Dr. Jessica Peck’s helpful article, “How To Travel Intentionally with Your Teens Without Losing Your Mind,” is a must-read. Peck is mom to four teens and a credentialed medical professional, so her advice is as impeccable as the credentials she has amassed over time.
A longtime proponent of taking kids abroad, Dr. Peck believes that overseas travel teaches teens to develop a world view as a direct result of meeting new people, exploring diverse cultures, and gaining the confidence that makes kids comfortable navigating new and unexpected situations.
Further, teens can’t help but master practical skills if you let them take charge of details normally undertaken by parents, like “reading maps, navigating, budgeting, making reservations…and planning meals.” You may even witness the phenomenon of having your teens ignore their electronic devices!
Does the destination you choose matter?
More than you know. Today’s teens are unapologetically addicted their devices, so the summer vacation spot you choose should be diverse enough to keep them challenged, invested, and entertained. You would be hard-pressed to find a resort that meets these criteria more fully than family-friendly Manta Island Resort off Belize’s coast.
Moms and dads are impressed by this resort’s beauty, all inclusive packages, and patient staffers who welcome teens and kids enthusiastically. At Manta, accommodation choices are diverse and in close proximity to activities guaranteed to capture the interest of teen guests, like hitting the surf, swimming in the resort’s pool, and wandering the atoll that was once the domain of marauding pirates.
While the kids are in discovery mode, moms and dads are encouraged to check out Manta Island Resort’s Tranquil Tides Spa where relief from stress tops the spa’s menu of services and where you may also want to introduce your teens to the benefits of the perfect massage!
Tips that make your Manta island vacation with teens idyllic
Engage your teens before you leave home by having them select from the many books about pirates that turn fleeting interest into fascination and are written especially for this age group.
By charging your children with responsibility for provisioning their own multi-pocketed backpacks, you show your offspring that you trust them. Send your teens to this website, and have them download the printable travel packing checklist.
And just because you’re eager to give your teens the best summer vacation ever, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t enjoy a little relief for the family budget too. With Manta Island Resort’s Belize Vacation Deals, families can take advantage of exclusive savings designed to make an unforgettable Belize getaway even more rewarding. Best of all, when you book direct, you’ll receive the best available rates, making it even easier to get buy-in from your teens and turn this summer family adventure into something truly amazing!
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