![]() ![]() Q: How can I get my picky-eater kids to try new cuisines while traveling abroad? We also allow them some screen time on the plane-being that they don’t get much of this at home, it’s great when they travel! They also bring games and coloring books to keep them entertained. Kids will feed off of your energy, so try your hardest to be patient, uplifting, and in control. J: My biggest tip is to learn to control your emotions, not theirs. Q: Have any expert parent tips for dealing with cranky kids on planes, trains, or road trips? It’s no more complicated than running into an accident or incident back at home. The key is to have travel insurance that includes medical coverage. G: We had three accidents that led to stitches-in Thailand and Nepal, and at the Male airport in the Maldives. A day at the beach A stay at Giraffe Manor in Kenya Q: How do you handle scary health moments while you’re away from home? You just work hard to find a good balance for everyone. So we are learning how to accommodate for each child and their needs. Our son Manilla, however, grew up on the road and had a much harder adjustment to home life. She wants the benefits from a community, and we want that for her, too. ![]() We stopped our full-time travel last fall when my daughter was starting kindergarten. Q: How do you make sure your children are still getting traditional growing-up experiences while on the road? But the kids need to have their own opportunities to experience and learn. I think it’s important to be involved and always there to keep lines of communication open and have teaching moments along the way. G: I’ve had to tell myself that their learning and growth are most important. So we teach them young! Q: How can I strike a balance between being involved in my child’s life and becoming a helicopter parent? Traveling with kids at any age can be tough, especially if they’re not used to it. J: Traveling with babies-two to eight months old-is a breeze! We are in a tough stage right now with our 22-month-old he’s a wiggly, impatient, and opinionated kid. Drew Q: Is it easier to travel with infants or older kids? It makes me smile to think about all the trips I’ll share with Linda and our kids one day.” “I’m incredibly inspired by the Gee family’s spirit of adventure. If you want to have experiences together as a family, you need to make it a priority. Be creative and explore your own backyard. Garrett: Adventure can come at any level and any budget. Q: How do you recommend teaching kids to be adventurous to parents who can’t afford or don’t have time for tons of travel? There’s so much to gain from getting out there and seeing the world. We’ve always been cautious about traveling with the kiddos, and we’re on alert in some areas. Jessica: No matter where you go, you have to listen to your mom instincts. Q: How did you have the guts to take your kids to such exotic places when most of us worry about letting ours walk down the block? They’re here to answer your questions about teaching your kids to seek adventure every day. Best known for their Instagram handle, Jessica and Garrett Gee ( traveled full-time to 83 countries with their three young children. ![]()
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