HOW TO HAVE AN ENJOYABLE TRIP TRAVELLING WITH YOUR KIDS

Travelling with kids can be hectic and downright exhausting but not if you plan and prepare well. In fact, travelling with your kids could be the best trip ever if you put some little efforts towards it.

Kids being who they are require utmost care and you have to take extra steps in planning to make the trip most  enjoyable for both yourself and the kids.

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The best way to go about travelling with your kids is to involve them in the preparation stages of the trip so you can identify activities and locations that work best for everyone.

Choosing a location

You are at liberty to choose any location you want if you are travelling on your own but you have to be more considerate of your travel destinations when you have your kids involved.

Select a location that is child-friendly and safe and with activities that your kids will enjoy. In fact, involve your kids is choosing the destination while keeping in mind the financial implications of the decision.

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Do your research on the weather and possible health risks about the location so that it’s a destination everyone will have a great time in.

Planning your activities

Have an itinerary of the activities you are going to engage in for the duration of your trip. It should be a healthy of activities your kids like and your personal interests.

As much as you want to keep things spontaneous, kids get easily bored and might not be too enthusiastic about roaming around a city as you look for an attraction site. You don’t want to tag along kids who will be constantly complaining about boredom.

Do you research beforehand and know what will take place when and if some of the activities require you to be separated from your kids, have a trusted person to chaperone them until you reunite. Never leave your kids without adult supervision in a new city or country.

Preparation

How elaborate your preparation needs to be depends on whether you are travelling locally or abroad. For international travel, you will need to have your passports and visas processed before you leave but for local destinations it’s simpler.

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Pack enough clothes for your kids to wear not forgetting their favourite toys. Don’t make the luggage to big though. In fact, if you have older kids you can pack their stuff in backpacks and let them carry their own luggage.

You also need to book your hotels early enough from Secrethotels.Org especially during the peak season.

Health and safety

Get a doctor’s opinion if your child have an existing medical condition to assess if they can travel to your chosen destination. The last thing you want during your trip is a medical emergency.

More importantly, remember all the medications that you may need during your trip including insect repellents.

Put a small note with your mobile phone number in your child’s pocket in case they get lost and they need to contact you.

Celebratory Dinner At Olive Garden

It was past 8 pm when the graduation rites was finished.  We could have easily went out and eat but getting out of Duquesne parking garage was another story, it took forever.  We were stuck there for  almost 30 minutes trying to get out the campus.  We  were gonna  dine in to one of our favorite local restaurants but it was late already that we decided to  try the Olive Garden  in Robinson.

We have never  ate here before so we didn't know what to expect.  We thought that  they won't be packed because it was late but  they were full of  patrons when we got there.  The wait wasn't that long though and our server was really friendly.  She looked like she was tired  but she was still pleasant and helpful to us.  

The food was delicious, however, the portions are huge!  We had leftovers for the past couple of days in the fridge.  Surprisingly, the cost wasn't that much so we gave our  server a 20% tip for the great service she's rendered us.  Nothing beats  the feeling of happy customer when  the  establishment's employees are nice.

Katie, our server, even  offered to take our picture and she boxed the leftover food for us.  I wish all food servers are nice as hers.  Swipe over > to see all the photos below.

Late celebratory #dinner at Olive Garden in Robinson. Our server, Katie, was excellent, thank you for making our first experience a great one! #ItalianFood #ShrimpScampi #delicious #CheeseManicoti #minstrone #FettuccieAlfredo #Salad #ChickenFingers

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Top 5 Home Business Ideas For Food Lovers

Are you a great cook and have an entrepreneurial heart? If yes, then why not make your love for food, a business? You need not open a big restaurant or hotel in order to showcase your passion for food. You can start your own venture right at your own home. Well, you can make money from this business but make sure you have knowledge about safe food handling practices and issues associated with food safety.

You would surely want to have a long list of customers who can relish each bite of what you prepared. You might be wondering which path to choose in order to set off on this mission. Here you go! Listed below are some amazing ideas that will undoubtedly augment your goal of home business.

Cooking classes

There are several people who wish they could make scrumptious and delectable dishes. You can become their cooking instructor and make them learn grilling, baking and cooking. The best approach you can take here is to create a cooking event and let someone record and take photographs. This will help you in marketing yourself.

In fact, you can create a page on social media platforms or can create your own channel on YouTube. You can even stay up to date on some news platforms such as Utah News in order to know about any upcoming cooking event so that you can go and market yourself in the event.

Speciality goods

If you make something extraordinary (any special dish, chocolate, jams, treats etc.) and you know that people will love it, then you can feature it as your speciality. People love to savor something out of the world, and you can satisfy their taste buds with your speciality item.

Bakery

If you have plenty space in your kitchen, then you can count on this option. Also, who does not love cookies and desserts! Donuts, cakes, muffins, biscuit and cookies, are all come in the favorite list of people. You can get a huge profit by making delicious and palatable baked items. Whether you sell them directly to the customers (if you have a good network) or to local shops, you will certainly earn well. 

Personal chef

These days people are often busy in their jobs, and they do not get much time in cooking food for themselves as well as for their families. They eat in restaurants or hotels, which eventually affects their health. In fact, such people prefer to have a personal chef so that they can eat healthy and well-balanced diet but they usually do not get a good chef. You can help them by cooking for them either at your home or their homes.  

Catering

It is a popular business, and if you can cook a myriad of foods for events, then you can opt this service. You can start by taking orders on weekends for small events. Well, you would need extra people who can help you in order to ensure that the items are prepared as well as ready to be served.

You just have to pick the one approach in which you are very much interested, and, then you are ready to set off on your new journey.

National Pancake and Waffle House

It's been almost 2 years  since we  had our  vacation in Williamsburg, Virginia.  We stayed at Fort Magruder because when we booked online, their offer includes free buffet breakfast so we thought of trying them.  However, when we checked in, we were told that breakfast isn't complimentary.  I  would have love to argue but my husband is not the type to  argue when it comes to stuff like this especially when we were all tired from a long drive.  So, the next day, we went to this old-fashioned, family-run eatery serving coffee and classic American breakfast , the National Pancake and Waffle House.

According to the review we read online, this place is excellent so we want and tried it.  Our server was very friendly which I always find appealing when  trying a new place to eat.  I  don't like grumpy or  snobby server because it ruins my  appetite lol.  

The pancakes are huge plate size so all of us had a taste of it since one person can't  eat it all.   My daughter love the  french toast she had.  All in all we love their service and food.  I would recommend this pancake house on Pocahontas Trail. 

We got there rather early so  we were the first ones in so we were served immediately.  My husband and kids are very particular with their sweet tea so I am glad that  the tea in this place pass their expectation.

I also like the fact that  they give you this  Virginia map  at the table.  You get to see  the list of things you can do and explore while waiting for your food.

I am sure there were plenty of waffle houses in Williamsburg since it is a tourist place but I would  go back on this place if we ever  visit Virginia again.  Nothing beats a good service and  great food!

Key Facts That You Should Understand To Successfully Grow Your Small Business

Are you a restaurant owner trying to wow your guests? Perhaps you’re trying to grow your small business into a medium-sized enterprise? Regardless of your aims, there is some universal advice that can help your business take off the right way.

Customer Service Is Number 1

We all know that customerservice is the number one business practice to get right. The problem is that it's so difficult. Human nature is hard to predict, and you never know what could go wrong.

A good piece of advice is to treat your customers like your family. Make them smile, make them laugh, and give them free stuff.

Another concept to understand is that it’s the little things that count. A person that’s having a bad day could have their entire outlook turned around by a smile or friendly gesture from one of your staff.

Good Staff Are Hard To Find (And Keep)

Organised and conscientious people are needed for any business to succeed. The problem is that they are so hard to find.

You will want to establish a rigorous hiring process to hone in on the good workers and weed out those that will sleepwalk through the workday.

Consider asking applicants why they want to work for you in the first place. Some may only want the money, while others may be deeply passionate about your industry.

You also want team players. People who start drama with other co-workers will not only be neglecting their work, but they will be distracting the rest of your team. Seek out staff that always maintain a professional and friendly attitude in the workplace.

Once you find a top employee, then you need to hang on to them. If they’re truly exceptional, then they can probably get a job anywhere. Make sure they understand that they are valued and consider offering them regular pay increases.

Delegation Is Crucial

You only have two hands, so don't try and juggle other peoples’ work. Delegation is one of the hardest skills to master. You will need to trust employees to complete tasks without you taking over or micromanaging them: easier said than done.

This is another reason why it's so crucial to hire the right staff in the first place.

Getting Stuck In The Past Will Derail Your Success

The world is changing at an exponential rate. It’s crucial to stay up to date with the latest business news for your industry. Failing to do so will allow your competitors to gain an edge over you. Consider regular visits to a news site, such as the Mid Day Daily.

Final Thoughts

Many small businesses fail because they didn’t focus on what’s most important. You don't want to end up in the same boat. Make sure you’re constantly seeking ways to improve your customer service. Make sure you seek out and retain the best workers. Don’t forget to stay up to date with the latest business news. Doing all these tasks right will create a winning formula for success.