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Written by: Mara Hernandez-Capili
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Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 |
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Nothing is more fun and enjoyable than attending festival with the whole family. Is a chance to break away from their daily life and normal activities. Lots of parents benefit from festivals, for them it their chance to be a part of the family. Some treat festival as their once in a lifetime bonding experience. Some however come home worn-out and upset after losing and having different outcome than expected with the events they've lost the valuable bonding opportunity.
the concept of Fairs and Festivals are made to promote friendship, family, fun and the bonus of helping others thru fundraising. Festivals are considered adventures for families, here they get to spend quality times together, strategize together, win or lose the important thing is that they had fun.
Parents who plan to bring the kids to fairs should take some factors into consideration to avoid tantrums and crying, bring kids to age related festivals. Nowadays, family oriented and kid friendly events are no longer enough. Bonding is better and boredom is lessened when both the destination and the activities are suited to kids 'age.
To make the day extra special you should plan with the kids. Parents nowadays are more aware that children especially teenagers, are more committed if they are included in decision making. Kids get to share their ideas on where to go, what to join and of course how to win in contests. Attend festivals that are relevant. Take cues from your kids' lessons at school and favourite TV programs. A simple Science project can come to life with a trip to earth and eco friendly festivals; it might be a fair of a lifetime to your little Einstein, or a jungle adventure for your little Dora. You can make the event relevant by psyching your family.
Lastly, live in the moment. After the long planning brainstorming, fun and activities, remember that this is your time for bonding and a time to be a "FAMILY". Relax and let go. Things might not go as planned always, but, who cares? Just enjoy and embrace every family moment. That's when true magic happens.
Mara Hernandez-Capili is a writer and a researcher on events in Travel and Leisure. Visiting events such as craft fairs will open one's spirit on the beauty of the world beyond home's borders. If youre staying in the US, the author suggests checking out craft shows for entertainments to make your stay memorable.