{"id":10,"date":"2025-06-15T09:53:55","date_gmt":"2025-06-15T09:53:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelscab.online\/?p=10"},"modified":"2025-06-15T11:09:58","modified_gmt":"2025-06-15T11:09:58","slug":"70-of-parents-turn-to-their-gen-alpha-kids-for-family-travel-decisions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travelscab.online\/?p=10","title":{"rendered":"70% of Parents Turn to Their Gen Alpha Kids for Family Travel Decisions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The next generation is actively shaping\u00a0family travel\u00a0plans, according to a new report from Hilton. That\u2019s right,\u00a0Gen Alpha\u2014consisting of kids born between 2010 and 2025\u2014is influencing their millennial and Gen Z parents\u2019 travel decisions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of the about 13,000 traveling adults Hilton surveyed, 70% who travel with their kids pick the destination based on their children\u2019s needs and interests.1<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kids are also influencing restaurant choices while traveling 63% of parents \u201calways or often\u201d let their kids pick where they dine. Furthermore, the report found that 56% of families choose hotels based on their kids\u2019 club or youth programming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parents with Gen Alpha kids may not be surprised since this age group is known to be curious,\u00a0strong-willed\u00a0(they have been\u00a0compared to honey badgers\u00a0for a reason), and tech-savvy.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But experts say this new trend of travel planning with Gen Alpha can make a family trip even more successful.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n

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Benefits of Involving Gen Alpha in Travel Planning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When children are involved as decision-makers, family travel becomes more collaborative and tailored to the interests of every family member, explains\u00a0Tamara Soles, PhD,\u00a0a Montreal-based child psychologist and parenting coach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWhen kids are given a voice in these decisions, it empowers them and shifts family dynamics toward a more inclusive experience,\u201d adds Dr. Soles. \u201cThis shift can also inspire more creative and diverse travel plans that reflect the evolving preferences of younger generations, such as a desire for more immersive experiences.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s especially true for Gen Alpha\u2014aka kids 14 and under. \u201cGen Alpha is incredibly tech-savvy, with access to an array of resources like travel apps, social media, and online reviews,\u201d says Dr. Soles. \u201cThey are more engaged with content that sparks their interest, such as adventure parks, interactive museums, or\u00a0eco-friendly destinations.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is a point\u00a0Karyn Pavich, Fora travel advisor, agrees with and has experienced firsthand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cMy kids are discovering destinations through YouTube that I didn’t even know existed at their age,\u201d she says. \u201cInstead of the typical\u00a0Disney trip, they’re asking to go to places like Abu Dhabi. They’ve been\u00a0learning Spanish\u00a0since they were little, and now they love traveling to places where they can practice the language.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to accommodations, Pavich also says kids will likely prioritize amenities like pools, water slides, or game rooms, just adding to the fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s more, making your Gen Alpha kids part of the decision-making process creates an opportunity for shared responsibility and teamwork, which strengthens\u00a0family bonds. It helps everyone feel invested in making the experience enjoyable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt also encourages open communication, mutual respect, and collaboration, reinforcing the idea that the family functions as a unit, where each person’s preferences matter,\u201d says Dr. Soles. \u201cThis collaborative process can deepen emotional connections and create lasting memories based on shared experiences.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While it can also help kids feel more excited about the trip, asking for their input teaches them important lessons. \u201cWhen children feel like they\u2019re contributing meaningfully,\u201d says Dr. Soles, \u201cit also supports their emotional development,\u00a0boosting self-esteem and confidence. Plus, it helps teach them decision-making skills that will benefit them in other areas of life.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What About \u2018Adult Time\u2019 While Traveling?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Keep in mind, just because you included your kiddos in the planning process, doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t have some personal time with a partner or friends, if that\u2019s something you desire. This feeds into data from Hilton that found 54% of parents also carve out \u201cadult time\u201d during family getaways to balance family fun with personal moments.1<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

That can be easier when booking an\u00a0all-inclusive family vacation. Pavich says that a great way for parents to\u00a0carve out “adult time” during a family vacation\u00a0is by taking advantage of resort amenities, like spas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cMany resorts feature multiple hotels on the same property, allowing parents to retreat to a quieter setting when needed,\u201d adds Pavich. \u201cSome also offer \u2018dinner and a movie\u2019 programs for kids, giving parents the opportunity to enjoy a private dinner.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She recalls when her kids were younger, she and her husband would have them go to bed early and hire a babysitter to stay in the room, giving them the chance to have a romantic meal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNow that my kids are a bit older, it’s even easier to find a balance,\u201d she continues. \u201cOn our upcoming trip to Costa Rica, for example, we plan to explore the rainforest as a family and then send the kids to surf camp for a few days, giving us some child-free time while they burn off energy. It\u2019s all about finding those moments that allow for both family fun and personal relaxation.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, next time you plan a family vacation, opt to get input from your kids on where to go and what to do, while also remembering some alone time (as long as the kiddos are safe) is totally OK.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The next generation is actively shaping\u00a0family travel\u00a0plans, according to a new report from Hilton. That\u2019s right,\u00a0Gen Alpha\u2014consisting of kids born between 2010 and 2025\u2014is influencing their millennial and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":11,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5,4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-main-menu","category-travels"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/travelscab.online\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/travelscab.online\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/travelscab.online\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travelscab.online\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travelscab.online\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=10"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/travelscab.online\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":12,"href":"https:\/\/travelscab.online\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10\/revisions\/12"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travelscab.online\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/11"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/travelscab.online\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=10"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travelscab.online\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=10"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travelscab.online\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=10"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}