Ah, family vacation. I think it can be agreed upon that these vacations are both relaxing and challenging. As a child, they were filled with simple trips to Disney World and hanging out at the pool. Now that you're in college, a few things have changed while some things are exactly the same. Here are 9 truths about going on vacation with your family as a college student.
1. You rely on Mom for everything
Sure, you're almost completely independent now. But on vacation, mom is always at the ready with sunscreen, water, snacks and more. She is, without a doubt, the key to survival.
2. You're constantly embarrassed by your family in public
It's almost as if they do it just to torment you and you just have to stand there and endure it.
3. You are yelled at for being on your phone
When you're with friends, it's a game of "who can get the wi-fi password first." With family, its a completely different story. Glance down once and prepare to get barked at for "missing out on life."
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4. You've conveniently left your wallet at home
Thank goodness the 'rents are treating you to a meal (or like 14). It's quite refreshing to order a meat item off the menu without your bank account hitting the red.
5. Drinking with your parents is a blast but it's also weird
Traveling below the equator with your family blurs the line between parent and kid when it comes to an ice cold drink on the beach. No more Shirley Temples and plain Coca-Colas. Is that my Mom on the dance floor?
6. Staying up late is difficult
At school, 2:00 AM is early to call it quits. When you're with the rents, somehow by 10:00 PM crawling into bed sounds magical.
7. Family games reach a new level of intensity
Game night on vacation is like the world series of family games. You're relaxed, soaking up some sun and out for blood when it comes to a little family competition.
8. Fighting is a daily activity
Where do we want to eat? What do we want to do? Who stole my phone charger? There's no way around the infinite family tussles whilst on vacation.
9. You wouldn't have it any other way
Sure, okay, yes, it would be fun to go on vacation with friends. But nothing beats having the opportunity to travel with your family.
As the adult world quickly approaches, the time for family vacations begins to dwindle. They may be loud, obnoxious and strange, but hey--they're family.
