MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) – For many families, “summer travel season” means it’s time to plan a relaxing vacation they’ve been dreaming about all year long. For others, it means a nonstop circuit of weekend road trips with the team, living out of suitcases and hunting down hotels that are a stone’s throw away from the fields or gym.
Youth sports isn’t just a weekend hobby, it is a $91 billion industry annually, with almost 60 million kids registered to participate in community sports across the country. According to a recent Aspen Institute report, 27.5% of those kids are on travel teams. That’s a lot of sideline cheers and more hotel breakfasts than we can count!
Whether families are planning their summer around bucket list destinations or team schedules, the challenges of managing travel are often the same. From staying organized and keeping everyone entertained to choosing a property that’s ready to welcome teammates and their families, being on the go all summer can leave you ready for a vacation at the end of your vacation.
Lifestyle and parenting expert Caryn Antonini is no stranger to being on the road with kids – she is a mother of two boys who are currently athletes, and she shared her most valuable travel tips as viewers and listeners map out their summer adventures.
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