Comments on: DREAM BIG! Kathleen Whitney wins a family vacation in Aruba

By: Vera

Vera — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:09:27 +0000

We don’t bring anything other than cell phones.
I tell my kids if they were to lose the ipod, laptop etc. I won’t buy a new one. That’s enough incentive for them to leave it home.
TV is ok by me for downtime or rainy days. We really enjoy the outdoors so it’s not a problem on pretty days.

By: jean calrisle

jean calrisle — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 03:44:41 +0000

electronics are ok when used in moderation..maybe during quiet times. on vacations there are too many other things that take priority!

By: paul v

paul v — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:23:26 +0000

lots of good tips here, I guess everyone has an opinion, just have fun, but bribes are okay and banking some credits for when your holiday is over is a good one too. thanks

By: laurel

laurel — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:42:09 +0000

the long and short of it is during a quite time or if its raining, then put a time limit on electronics, but for the most part, most kids want to be out in the sun, and playing around

By: Cindy Loo

Cindy Loo — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:51:50 +0000

I think involving the kids from the start would be helpful. They might agree to electronics-free days, or at least a few hours each day, if you all talk about it as a family before the trip starts!

By: Ashley Palermo

Ashley Palermo — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:37:41 +0000

Choose a vacation spot that is kid-friendly and offers plenty of activities to keep your kids busy.

By: Melissa

Melissa — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:17:27 +0000

We make sure to bring new toys and books with us on the trip and prepare them for no electronics.

By: Becca

Becca — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:17:47 +0000

We all know there are times we need to just say, “O.K.”, so be sure you are comfortable with what your kids are doing online/electronically. There will be times when we are on vacation that we all need some downtime, and those little devices can provide all of us a much needed break!

By: Teresa

Teresa — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:02:51 +0000

Practice with no electronic gadgets at home occasionally, by having family days without TV or electronic gadgets. Younger kids especially like this at night without electricity, use flashlights, candles, or lanterns to play games, or tell stories.

By: Donna B.

Donna B. — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 05:00:24 +0000

Remember, it’s a vacation – have fun!!