It’s the time of year when families everywhere will be taking their annual summer vacations. What do you remember about the family vacations you took when you were a kid? Ahhh, the memories!
For children, summer vacations can forever be some of their fondest memories. And as parents, we're tasked with both providing and preserving those memories!
If you're anything like me, you aim to capture your vacation in pictures so the details of our memories—the good times, the laughter, the adventure and the beauty—can last a lifetime.
Sunny Destinations
A vacation at the beach is always a favorite getaway! Keep it simple and plan for a week of relaxing, sandcastles, reading and an occasional ice cream cone. Featured below are “Beach House Vacation” 8 x 8 storybook, template 108126 by Roxanne Buchholz, “Dad’s Boyhood Beach” 8 x 8 storybook, template 37711 by Lynda Angelastro, “San Diego Vacation Book” 11.5 x 8.5 storybook, template 90455 by Kari Pieratt, and “Cruise Memories” 11.5 x 8.5 storybook, template 96242 by Tanja Rigby.
The Great Outdoors
Unplug and enjoy the great outdoors with your family! A few fun days of hiking, swimming, cook-outs and fresh air may be just what you need. Choose from “HM Whitewater Rafting Swatch” square flip book, template 80797 by Roxanne Buchholz, “Cabin Book” 8 x 8 storybook, template 44923 by Jill Means, “The Great Outdoors” 12 x 12 storybook, template 14426 by Roxanne Buchholz, and “Rigby Family Fish Tale” 7 x 5 storybook, template 33968 by Tanja Rigby.
A Road Trip
An open-road adventure can be an exciting family vacation! Shown here are “Simple Travel: USA” 8 x 8 storybook, template 66497 by Michelle Bell, “Road Trip” 8 x 8 storybook, template 75993 by Jill Means, “Harley Adventures” 8 x 8 storybook, template 20880 by Roxanne Buchholz, and “HM 1880s Train QR,” “HM Badlands QR,” “HM Needles Scenic Hwy QR,” and “HM Custer State Park QR,” 8 x 8 storybooks, all by Roxanne Buchholz.
Educational Trips
Make the travel fun while you sneak in some opportunities to learn! Travel is the best education for kids — their brains are constantly challenged by new sights and sounds. Some of our favorites are “Washington DC” 11.5 x 8.5 storybook, template 86688 by Sandra Dovre, “HM Historic Series: Mt Rushmore” 8 x 8 storybook, template 10813, “HM Historic Series: Wright Bros.” 8 x 8 storybook, template 65652, and “HM Historic Series: Vicksburg” 8 x 8 storybook, template 65654 all by Roxanne Buchholz.
Theme Park Adventures
School is out and there's no better way to celebrate summer than with a trip to a theme park or to your local zoo and aquarium. These attractions have something for kids of all ages with roller coasters, animal shows and other fun-filled family activities. Be sure to check out “Magical Memories Vacation Book” 11.5 x 8.5 storybook, template 64095 by Kari Pieratt, “Disney Vacation” 12 x 12 storybook, template 74736 by Michelle Bedard, “LegoLand” 8 x 8 storybook, template 102945 by Michelle Bell, and “HM Aquarium” 8 x 8 storybook, template 34340 by Roxanne Buchholz.
Around the World
Trips to foreign countries don’t happen all that often so be sure to take lots of photos and savor those memorable moments! Don’t forget to document the rich history and the amazing sights along the way. Featured are “London Adventures” 11.5 x 8.5 storybook, template 42275by Heidi Jackson, “Photo Journal” 7.5 x 10 storybook, template 29869 by Darcie Toom, “Simple Travel: Mexico” 8 x 8 storybook, template 66494by Michelle Bell, and “Travelogue Book” 11.5 x 8.5 storybook, template 189, an HM Exclusive Template.
Whether you are planning a trip to the beach, going camping, or traveling to some exotic location, documenting your summer vacation and the memories you create is a must. Before you leave, make sure you search through our Template Gallery for inspiration and ideas of where to go and what to see. We can’t wait to see where your storybooking takes you this summer!
