Family Vacation Ideas with Teenagers

Getting the family vacation right with teenagers in tow can be a tricky balance. They're not little anymore, have stronger opinions on where they want to go and what is or isn't cool, and the prospect of going away with their family may not be quite as exciting as it used to be. It's also a formative time, when children can grow into inquisitive, self-aware individuals who understand their role in the world and the lasting impact they can have as they move into adulthood, from becoming a budding chef who aspires to culinary greatness to a hands-on history buff and more. 

The destinations offered on Tauck Bridges provide family vacation ideas for teenagers that are designed to spark new passions, inspire a sense of wonder, and cultivate an understanding of the world we live in. When these experiences are shared with loved ones, they bring you closer to each other as you explore faraway places together. As a bonus, you'll make friends with families who enjoy the same places and activities.

A sampling of fun places to travel with teenage family members includes:

• Costa Rica: Jungles & Rainforests

• Galápagos: Wildlife Wonderland

• Tanzania: A Grand Family Safari

• Alaska: Call of the Wild

• Alpine Adventure

• Italia Bella: Rome to Venice

• Blue Danube: Family Riverboat Adventure

• Tips on Getting the Most Out of Your Tauck Bridges Experience with Teens

Before You Go…

• Let your teenager help decide on your dream trip by perusing the brochure or hopping online together to discover destinations that interest you most as a family. 

• Set the stage by reading up. Travel guidebooks are a great source of pre-trip excitement as are destination-focused articles found online. Share tips and comments from past guests in trip reviews and blogs, and explore the great books on our recommended reading list as well! 

• Once you've booked your Tauck Bridges trip, suggest your teen(s) download the Tauck App to their phones where they can explore additional details about their upcoming destination, learn about our Need to Know items including what to pack, time zones and more, browse the Tauck experts top picks for dining, points of interest and free time activities on Tauck Favorites and Fodor's Travel, and periodically check the journey countdown on the homepage of the App as the start date of the trip draws near and excitement builds! 

On the Journey…

• Go tech-less with your teen. Tune in to shared conversations, discoveries, and reflections on the road. Consider limiting tech gadgets to non-group times or for photography use. Being present for the incredible experiences you'll have together is a rare opportunity. 

• Encourage your teen to get to know their fellow travelers. They'll be with families who enjoy similar interests, activities, and places. Lead by example, and your teens will follow… fun with a dose of adventure is infectious. 

Once You're Back…

• Encourage your teen to enter the Tauck Bridges Photo Contest. Send us your best shots from your Tauck Bridges family adventure for a chance to win a $2,000 Tauck travel voucher – and good luck! Click here to enter.