The idea of a vacation, no matter your destination, is to enjoy a much needed break with friends and family members. Let’s go somewhere, it doesn’t matter how we get there, let’s just go! As exciting as this thought may seem, a little planning prior to the adventure will help ensure everyone enjoys the trip to the fullest. The approach to vacation is going to be different for everyone and every type of trip as no two of these things are exactly alike. However, some general tips may help ward off potential vacation meltdowns.  One such situation that might be avoided, no matter who you are traveling with, is how to keep people entertained prior to reaching your destination.  It doesn’t matter if you are traveling with a young child or grown adults, nobody likes to be bored while they are in en route to their destination. One possible way to keep everyone happy is by using portable DVD players.

Entertainment in the Air
Anyone who has flown for any reason following September 11, 2001 realizes that what used to be a simple act is not so much anymore. This does not mean people shouldn’t fly. Rather it just means more planning needs to be done prior to departure.  Due to increased vigilance, there are a variety of security measures flyers of all ages must abide by now.  While adults are subject to essentially the same screening processes across the board, the rules are a little bit different for children. For more information about those, click here.

Now once you get your entire party through security, attentions may turn to how to pass the time during the flight. If your flight is short, the use of portable electronics may not be an option. However, make sure you pack all necessary batteries and cables for longer flights! It will still be up to the pilot as to exactly when you will be able to enjoy these items, but have no fear they will come in handy. Make sure that you pack all needed DVDs in your carryon bag so that they are readily accessible.

Entertainment in the Car
Road trip! Using the highways and byways that dot this land to reach your next destination can bring about its own adventures. However, keeping all passengers happy and content while on the road should still be a bit of a priority. Nobody wants to start their vacation grumpy whether it’s a young child or a grown adult. Once again having portable DVD players on hand can help with the entertainment. If you are wondering exactly which DVD player to purchase, check out this guide. Enjoy your vacation!

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Jake Alexander is a free lance writer who enjoys blogging about technology and playing video games. Follow him @JakeAlexander17.