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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]You are missing that sane people don’t go on vacations with toddlers because there is no such thing as a vacation with a toddler. It’s parenting in a different place without all the supports that make life manageable with a toddler and is by definition exhausting.

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It is actually possible. We’ve done it, and without childcare. But only with one kid (much harder to meet the needs of an older kid and a toddler) and you structure the entire trip around what is going to get the best out if your kid. A ski trip with a 2/3 year old who doesn’t do well with strangers? Hard no.

For a child like that, you pick a location that has something relaxing in it for you — good weather, beach/pool, resort with spa, beautiful sights — get a house or suite with separate bedrooms and a view or gorgeous patio or cozy fire or something. Then you structure mornings around the destination draw (beach with toys, sightseeing in stroller, etc.), afternoons are for your kid (nap, playground, toy store, etc.), and evenings you out the kid to bed as soon as feasible, order takeout/room service, open a bottle of wine, and relax by the pool, overlooking the beach, by the fire, etc.

Vacations with a toddler are kind of like exotic staycations. You have to structure the day around your kids needs, but you can still enjoy your location a bit and take a break from the grind of work, cooking and cleaning, etc. See something new or enjoy your favorite destination.

But you need to be very realistic about what your kid can do.[/quote]

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