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Has it really been that long since you last had a holiday? You're sitting at work dreaming of strolling along the beach, sipping a cocktail in a bar or mountain biking through the countryside - it's time for you take a short break. But short breaks are just like any other holiday, they're meant to be relaxing but can be stressful if you don't get things right. To stay stress-free, you need to follow a simple set of guidelines:
Choose your destination carefully. When you're planning a holiday, you've got to take everybody into consideration. If you're holidaying with children, ensure there will be plenty to keep them entertained - from kids' clubs to crches and swimming pools to go-karting. Travelling with seniors, make sure accommodation is suitable and getting around will be easy. When picking a holiday destination, consider the limitations of everyone that's travelling and your holiday will get off to the best possible start.
Do your research. For any holiday, preparation is the key to success. Short breaks are no different as once you've left your house there really is no going back. Whether you're planning lots of day trips, eating out or seeing the sights, do your research and make your holiday run smoothly. Check out what the local area has to offer before you travel - the internet is a great way of finding things to do and you can also pick up discount vouchers to get even more bang for your buck.
Pack everything you need. Even if you're not heading abroad there are still plenty of must-haves to put in your suitcase and keep in the car! For short breaks in the UK, car journeys can often take longer than overseas flights. So make sure you pack things to do - games, toys, CDs and DVDs - that will help time to fly by, especially for the kids. Boredom is one way of making a holiday stressful so stay stress-free, from start to finish, by taking plenty of things to keep everybody occupied.
Don't break the bank. Short breaks shouldn't cost a small fortune. If you're going away for a long weekend or a few days midweek, it's important you set a spending budget and stick to it. It's not a two week holiday so adjust your budget accordingly. By alternating between eating out and cooking yourself or evenings in the bar and a few drinks in front of the TV, your holiday won't leave you penniless when you get home.
