This last section is further broken down into how to get there, what to do, when to visit, where to stay (which gives you luxury, comfort and budget options), and what to eat. The first part addresses the planning stage, including working out what type of traveler you are, where you should stay, and – a big one – money-saving tips the second part comprises an “en route” and “on the ground” section which includes managing expectations, adjusting, staying healthy and safe, making memories, and how to have adult time and finally, the third part is the “where to go” section which includes 50 suggested destinations to perhaps kick start your own family bucket list. The book is broken down into three parts following an introduction to the Gee “Bucket List” family. It is very easy to jump to exactly what you are looking for in the book at any given moment. It is definitely a leave-at-home guide – again, just a starting point to get the travel cogs turning – that is physically accessible and the content is also thoughtfully laid out. I would not, however, say it is travel-friendly, compared to smaller guides like Lonely Planet or pocket guides. It is hardcover and big enough to showcase the travel experiences therein, without being so robust or overly-large that it is difficult to wrangle (resulting in you leaving it on the coffee table just for-show). True to National Geographic form, this is one lovely, polished book. This insider's guide from one of the world’s most traveled families will inspire you to create new and lasting memories with your family for years to come.Ī beautifully illustrated travel bible for families who want to be inspired Alaska, where you’ll feel you’ve gone truly wild in the last frontier.The Galapagos, where your kids will squeal with joy as they encounter penguins and larger-than-life tortoises.Berlin, where holidays come to life at beloved Christmas markets.Utah, where ice castles bring a world of magic to a vacation full of natural wonders.South Africa, where you can walk on a beach with penguins.You’ll learn everything you need to know to take a family vacation to, for example:

Along with personal family anecdotes, Jess offers 50 itineraries for family-friendly destinations and inspiring top-10 lists with destinations for every age. This beautifully illustrated guide provides all the know-how to fulfill your own family’s bucket list-including how-tos for picking a destination, packing, budgeting, and even surviving a 12-hour plane ride.

Now, Jessica Gee brings her tips and tricks to you in the ultimate expert’s guide to traveling as a family. What is National Geographic: Bucket List Family Travel about?Īs a family of five, the Bucket List Family has swum with whales in Tonga, slept in castles in Ireland, lived on a houseboat in Amsterdam, eaten breakfast with giraffes in Kenya, spent Halloween in Disneyland, and visited more than 90 countries around the world. If it worked for Jessica Gee and inspired me to even consider travel beyond grandma’s house down the road, it may work for you too. At the very least, it encouraged me to do some of my own research and be a bit more open-minded about what is realistically doable when it comes to travel for my family. I found this to be the most inspirational part of the book. National Geographic: Bucket List Family Travel is not just one lucky family’s recap of their grand adventures – it is a starting point for all families to plan their own adventures in their own way. This book gives readers many useful tools including working out what type of traveler you are, budgeting and even navigating and cultivating important personality traits that will enhance your travel experience. Well, Jessica Gee tells you exactly how her family did it, how much it impacted their lives for the better, and more relevantly, how you can do it and make the most of it too. I see other families and think “how do they do it?” and not only that, but “how do they do it and enjoy it?” If you are like me, the thought of traveling with kids out of town can be overwhelming, let alone interstate or overseas, so the word “travel” generally has me feeling a bit overwhelmed before I even begin. National Geographic: Bucket List Family Travel by Jessica Gee is the family travel guide we never knew we needed.

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