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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]It's definitely about adjusting expectations. I don't love bringing the kids to Europe because going at their pace makes me feel like I'm missing out on seeing things.

We have loved doing national parks because even if we're doing a short, flat hike, I'm going to see something beautiful and enjoy the fresh air.

Beach vacations definitely are the most work with kids and not my favorite. But a cruise or resort helps - so I don't have to prepare any food at all, including snacks - there's always a treat or fruit that is easy to grab, and if I want a drink there's someone to deliver it. If the kids need downtime, I can sit on the balcony with a book while they rest or watch TV and I don't feel like I'm missing out on anything. [/quote]

How are beach vacations the most work?  Get up eat a quick breakfast, go to the beach, lunch break, go back to beach or hang out at pool, grab dinner, watch a movie play a game.  Repeat for X days?[/quote]

DP, but I think it depends on the age of kids, which beach, and where you’re staying.  With really little kids and rough-ish water, it’s not at all relaxing, especially when you’re not staying oceanfront.  There can also be so much schlepping of stuff if the kids are too little to help carry it.

We’ve been going to Cape Charles, VA, for the last few years and *that* is ideal IMO: calm water, tidal variation that makes the beach more interesting, a cute small town that’s easily walkable, etc.[/quote]

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