We all love kids. After all, they are adorable, who wouldn’t love them? But once you parent one of these little creatures, you understand that it is not always rainbows and butterflies. And with the summer vacations in full swing, they are pertinently bothering you with what to do, right? What’s more? Each time you think of going out, the discussion always gets bored up by the likes of Manali, Shimla and Nainital. So we are here to rescue you with a list of few offbeat and different locations where you can go for a vacation with kids. Give them (and yourself) a little break from the monotony!

1. Majuli Island, Assam
   

    The world’s biggest river island is surreal. Not only is it beautiful, it might not even be there by the time your kids grow up since it is disappearing every day. Better grab that opportunity now so that one day, they can at least share their experience with their kids. Also, it has not yet been commercialised and is not sought after by a lot of people so you can find a lot of peace and tranquillity along with teaching your kids a lot of beautiful aspects about nature.
   
   A little something: Northeast is one of the richest places in India in terms of cultural heritage. Only here would you find a matriarchal society and all sorts of festivals, tribes and customs. Because even when you go on a vacation with kids, the education should not stop.

2. Tirthan Valley, Himachal Pradesh
   

   If you are fed up by the crowd in the typical tourist spots of Himachal Pradesh, this might be your answer. A beautiful valley which also presents you the opportunity to take your kids for a trek. The weather is pleasant there so it might also offer you some relief from the soaring temperatures. Parents can also visit the Great Himalayan national park with your kids to evoke their love for animals and nature when you go for a vacation with kids.
   
   Must visit: The Serolsar Lake is a must visit for this vacation. The way might offer you the best scenic skies and also an insight into the local traditions attached to the lake and the temple nearby.

3. Hampi, Karnataka
   

   Not your regular tourist destination, the offbeat Hampi has a lot to offer. Educate your kids about the rich cultural heritage of the country they were born in (you might end up preparing them on a history paper). Interestingly, it is one of the UNESCO world heritage sites. With numerable beautiful temples, monuments and a blend of various cultures, a trip to Hampi is one of the best places to go on a vacation with kids.
   
   Don’t forget: The best part about visiting an offbeat place is the fact that you get to try new things. In this case, you also get to try the local foods and special dishes in the area. Skip the regular junk food for a while and do not forget to try out the delicacies.

4. Lavasa, Maharashtra

   This might be heaven for parents to adventurous kids since the beautiful city has a lot of adventure activity options to keep your kid busy. Not only ideal for a vacation with kids, Lavasa has a lot of activities both recreational and relaxing for parents as well. From camping to water sports and cave treks to leisure sailing, this offbeat city near Pune has it all.
   
   Pro tip: If your kids are big enough to understand and have an interest in politics and social issues, Lavasa has huge controversies involved which can make a great topic for their next debate or campaign at school.

5. Havelock Islands, Great Andaman
   

   This place is rightfully known as India’s most beautiful secret. Why so? Well, while everyone was busy visiting Goa, these tranquil turquoise waters have actually been able to maintain their sanctity. You can go here for a staycation or indulge in those scuba diving and snorkelling adventures you never could. Best part? Your kids have an experience of a lifetime while they swim with the elephants or trek through the Andaman jungle. A must visit when you are planning a vacation with kids.
   
   Before you go– Since this place does not have a lot of travel options, you would have to take a flight to Port Blair and then a boat. The government ferry service runs a couple of times a day and takes 2.5 hours and the Catamaran Ferry takes just 90 minutes from Port Blair. Remember to book these online beforehand because you might not be able to match the timings if you don’t get a booking done.

Now, we understand that these trips do not come easy. You need to book your tickets, hotels and also spend while you are there. A personal loan might help you with this so you can turn the entire expense into little EMIs. Also, you can choose from among these travel cards to minimize your expenses.

So off you go, take your kids to travel to an offbeat location this year so that they can thank you when they grow up. Travelling is a priceless gift that you can give to them while they are still your little ones.

Until next time.