Holidays are a great way for families to spend some quality time together, but sometimes being cooped up in a car, train or plane for long periods can rub everyone up the wrong way. Fortunately, there are many ways to avoid heated arguments and keep everyone entertained, such as playing classic holiday games.
There are many quick and easy games suited to travel that don’t require hi-tech gadgetry or video game consoles – from classics such as I-spy to trivia games. The age and interests of those travelling with you could determine the type of games that are most appropriate, and by doing a little preparation ahead of time, you should find that everyone is more than happy to join in with your ideas.
Trivia games can be particularly interesting, as you’ll have the freedom to tailor the themes and questions to whichever subjects you feel your fellow travellers will respond best to. It could be a family-oriented trivia game to help bring you closer together by learning more about each other, or simply a list of questions about something you all enjoy – whether it’s Doctor Who or mountain biking.
‘Name That Song’ is another game that’s easy to play, and one that’s sure to be popular if your kids love shows such as The X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent. All players take it in turns to sing or hum a line or refrain from a song that everyone might know, and the first person to get it right gets to have a turn themselves. The game doesn’t even have to be based on music, if your family aren’t fans of singing – you could do an impressions game instead.
The games don’t have to stop once you arrive at your destination, of course, and bringing a board game such as Scrabble, Cluedo or your household’s personal favourite could provide great activity in the evenings, once you return from the beach and other attractions. While many games are competitive by nature, you’ll find that many encourage cooperation and participation, such as the classic charades.
Even if you’re having the time of your life during the day, games can be a fantastic addition to family holidays, making sure the fun never stops during your break, and that your family will spend as much time involved in fun group activities as possible rather than heading off to play video games or watch TV.
Bob Taggart writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content. Image by GoodNCrazy
