{"id":763,"date":"2025-06-12T03:10:38","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T03:10:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/plu.jxc.mybluehost.me\/website_d81d5090\/?p=763"},"modified":"2025-06-26T21:22:50","modified_gmt":"2025-06-26T21:22:50","slug":"co-parenting-travel-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/winklerpartyofthree.com\/staging\/4408\/co-parenting-travel-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Co-Parenting Travel Tips That Actually Work"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"\">This post is packed with <strong>co-parenting travel tips<\/strong> for divorced or separated parents planning vacations with kids. Whether you're new to shared custody travel or looking to level up your approach, these <strong>co-parenting travel tips<\/strong> offer practical, real-life strategies for smoother trips and stronger communication. If you're navigating shared custody travel, this guide offers real-life family vacation strategies, communication tips, and scheduling advice. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or a longer trip, these insights can help make traveling with kids after divorce less stressful and more meaningful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-separator uagb-block-a266de47\"><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-separator__inner\" style=\"--my-background-image:\"><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Set Expectations Early<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">One of the biggest hurdles in traveling after divorce with kids is getting ahead of the calendar. Co-parenting travel works best when there's plenty of time to communicate and coordinate.<br>Make sure you have options on dates when bringing up a trip. Flexibility shows respect and opens the door for a smoother agreement. Avoid making it a competition over who plans the \"better\" trip.<br>Don\u2019t wait until two weeks before the trip to start negotiating. Start the conversation early:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Who has the kids during the break?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Are you both planning trips?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Will travel dates affect school, events, or shared traditions?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Write it down. A shared calendar or even a text summary can save a lot of \u201cYou never told me that!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Stick to the Big Picture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">When you're a single parent planning a trip, it's tempting to want to make a big splash. But shared custody vacation planning should start with one key priority: the kids.<br>Always start with the kids. That means listening to them\u2014really listening. In our family, we sit down in front of the computer together and research where we're going. Each kid gets to pick something they want to do, and so do the adults. That way, everyone gets a say and something to look forward to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Taking a toddler to Disney just to one-up your ex? If they won\u2019t even remember it by the time they\u2019re eight, what\u2019s the point? It\u2019s not about proving who\u2019s the \"fun parent.\" It\u2019s about building real memories that matter, not just flashy ones that cost a fortune and fade fast.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Loop Them In on Safety and Logistics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">For example, when I took my daughter to San Francisco, I knew my ex was nervous about the homeless situation and drug use in certain areas. I shared that we were doing the Big Bus tours\u2014those double-decker sightseeing buses with guides\u2014and I contacted the company ahead of time to ask about safety tips and route recommendations. I then communicated what I\u2019d learned back to my ex, showing her that I had taken her concerns seriously and had a plan in place. It helped establish that I wasn\u2019t just winging it\u2014I\u2019d thought this through.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Handle Expenses Like Adults<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Financial clarity is crucial for successful <strong>co-parenting travel tips<\/strong> to actually work. Whether you're planning weekend getaways or long-distance vacations, having a plan in place makes shared custody travel smoother and less stressful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">One common question is: Who pays for passports? In our situation, we split the cost 50\/50. It's a simple approach that keeps things fair and avoids any resentment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Another common question: Who pays for the actual travel? In our situation, we each pay for our own travel out of our own pocket. That includes our transportation, lodging, and any solo activities we choose to do. This way, there's no financial entanglement, and we each maintain independence while still supporting our kids' experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">If you're not sure how to handle it, bring it up early and agree on a plan together.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Consider a Travel Clause in Your Parenting Agreement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">In our situation, the only thing we have spelled out in our divorce agreement is that the primary caretaker\u2014which is my ex-wife\u2014has to approve all international travel. I know that if I ever want to take the kids out of the country on a cruise or a trip to Puerto Rico (this one is on our wish list), I need to have Julie's trust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The small trips\u2014the regular communication, even if it feels like over-communication\u2014pay off in the long run. It builds credibility. Address every concern your ex has, even if you think it sounds a little ridiculous. Taking the time to say, \"Here's how I\u2019m handling that\" makes it clear that you're not just thinking about yourself; you're thinking about the kids and their safety too.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. What About Vacations Together?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">It works for some exes! If you can co-travel (even for a day or two) without conflict, it can be meaningful for your kids. But no pressure\u2014forced peace is worse than peaceful separation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">We\u2019ve never taken a full vacation together. We haven\u2019t reached that level of comfort with each other again, and I doubt we ever will. But we <em>have<\/em> reached the level of doing day trips together\u2014driving five hours to Arkansas to go hiking, spending a day at an amusement park, or catching a baseball game as a family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">That\u2019s our sweet spot. It allows us to share experiences with the kids without overextending our co-parenting comfort zone. If you can find your version of that middle ground, it can still mean a lot to your kids.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Helping Kids Feel Connected to Both Parents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">From the beginning of our divorce, my ex-wife and I agreed that the kids should FaceTime the other parent every night. For me, especially with all the traveling I do, sitting alone in a hotel room across the country and seeing my kids\u2014even for just a few minutes\u2014made the night feel a little less heavy. We continue this on trips. It gives the kids a chance to share their adventures with the other parent, and it helps the parent who's at home feel included instead of left behind. It's a simple habit, but it keeps the connection strong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Don\u2019t use them as messengers, spies, or guilt cushions. They\u2019ll remember the vibe more than the itinerary. Let them enjoy both parents without the tension.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<hr class=\"is-style-wide wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-a4b604e6 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-info-box uagb-block-fdb7d7ab uagb-infobox__content-wrap  uagb-infobox-icon-above-title uagb-infobox-image-valign-top\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-content\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-icon-wrap\"><div class=\"uagb-iconbox-icon-wrap uagb-infobox-shape-circle\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M0 256C0 114.6 114.6 0 256 0C397.4 0 512 114.6 512 256C512 397.4 397.4 512 256 512C114.6 512 0 397.4 0 256zM371.8 211.8C382.7 200.9 382.7 183.1 371.8 172.2C360.9 161.3 343.1 161.3 332.2 172.2L224 280.4L179.8 236.2C168.9 225.3 151.1 225.3 140.2 236.2C129.3 247.1 129.3 264.9 140.2 275.8L204.2 339.8C215.1 350.7 232.9 350.7 243.8 339.8L371.8 211.8z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"uagb-ifb-title-wrap\"><span class=\"uagb-ifb-title-prefix\">Real Life Co-Parenting Traveling  Advise <\/span><h3 class=\"uagb-ifb-title\"><em>\"The Cozi Calendar\"<\/em><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"uagb-ifb-separator\"><\/div><p class=\"uagb-ifb-desc\">In our family, we use the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cozi.com\/\">Cozi app<\/a> to keep everything in sync\u2014school events, doctor appointments, work travel, and who has the kids when. It\u2019s color-coded, easy to update, and it\u2019s helped us avoid about 738 arguments (so far). <br><br><strong>Why it works:<\/strong> Everyone sees the same calendar, so there\u2019s less room for \u201cI didn\u2019t know\u201d drama.<br><br>These examples are part of a larger conversation around traveling after divorce with kids. Clear communication keeps things smooth and sets the tone for future planning.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-center is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-23441af8 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-6723d143 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plu.jxc.mybluehost.me\/website_d81d5090\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/star-icon.png ,https:\/\/plu.jxc.mybluehost.me\/website_d81d5090\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/star-icon.png 780w, https:\/\/plu.jxc.mybluehost.me\/website_d81d5090\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/star-icon.png 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/plu.jxc.mybluehost.me\/website_d81d5090\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/star-icon.png\" alt=\"Star Icon\" class=\"uag-image-851\" 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,https:\/\/plu.jxc.mybluehost.me\/website_d81d5090\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/star-icon.png 780w, https:\/\/plu.jxc.mybluehost.me\/website_d81d5090\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/star-icon.png 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/plu.jxc.mybluehost.me\/website_d81d5090\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/star-icon.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-851\" width=\"26\" height=\"26\" title=\"star icon\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"is-style-wide wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-right:0;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-left:0\">Phrases That Actually Work When Talking Your Ex About Travel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-c6a03c77 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:10px;background-color:#f2fbe2;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pro<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.227), 16px);\" class=\"\">\"Hey, I wanted to run a potential travel plan by you.\"<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.227), 16px);\" class=\"\">\"I'm thinking about taking the kids on a trip during [dates]. Would that work on your end?\"<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.227), 16px);\" class=\"\">\"I'm thinking about taking the kids on a trip during [dates]. Would that work on your end?\"<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.227), 16px);\" class=\"\">\"Do you want any time with them before or after the trip to adjust?\"<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.227), 16px);\" class=\"\">\"I\u2019ll send you our hotel address and flight info for safety reasons. Do you have any concerns?\"<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:10px;background-color:#f7c7c7;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Con<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.227), 16px);\" class=\"\">\"They're <em>my<\/em> kids.\" <em>(Say \"our\" \u2014 your kid are not a possession.)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.227), 16px);\" class=\"\">\"I'm taking the kids, period.\"<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.227), 16px);\" class=\"\">\"They\u2019ll have better memories with me.\"<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.227), 16px);\" class=\"\">\"I\u2019ll make this trip better than yours.\"<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.227), 16px);\" class=\"\">\"You had them for Spring Break last year, so it's my turn.\"<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.227), 16px);\" class=\"\">\"I don't need your permission.\"<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.227), 16px);\" class=\"\">\"We're already booked, so cancel your plans.\"<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.227), 16px);\" class=\"\">\"They want to be with me more anyway.\"<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<p class=\"\">These kinds of phrases are guaranteed to add tension. Stick to collaborative language when you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Over the years of selling jewelry at shows, I\u2019ve overheard parents say things like, \u201cThey\u2019re <em>my<\/em> kids\u201d \u2014 sometimes right in front of their children. It may not seem like much in the moment, but to kids, that language can create stress and confusion. It makes them feel like a possession or a pawn instead of a person. Words matter, especially when you're trying to create a stable, positive co-parenting travel experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Got co-parenting travel tips of your own? We know this list isn\u2019t complete, so send them our way\u2014we\u2019re always up for learning and sharing more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-b7241a4b uagb-faq-icon-row uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-true uagb-faq-inactive-other-true uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap uagb-faq-equal-height     \" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-526be016 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>Can I take my child on a trip without my ex\u2019s permission?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p> It depends on your custody agreement. In our case, international travel requires approval from the primary caretaker (my ex-wife). Domestic trips usually don\u2019t\u2014but clear communication always helps.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-9834f82a \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>Who pays for the kids' travel expenses?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>In our setup, we split kid-related costs like passports 50\/50. But we each pay for our own personal travel (flights, lodging, etc.). The key is setting expectations early.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-082f1fb2 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>What if I don\u2019t trust my ex\u2019s travel plans?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Ask questions calmly. If there are real safety concerns, address them directly. Over-communicate if needed\u2014and be ready to do the same when it\u2019s your turn to travel.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-1fffce7a \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>Should we ever travel together as co-parents?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p> Maybe. We\u2019ve never done a full vacation together, but we\u2019ve taken day trips\u2014hiking in Arkansas, amusement parks, baseball games. You\u2019ll have to find your own comfort level.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Co-parenting and travel don\u2019t have to be mutually exclusive \u2014 and they definitely don\u2019t have to be miserable. With some honest communication, a shared calendar, and a willingness to put the kids\u2019 experience first, you can turn even complicated logistics into something that actually works. You don\u2019t have to be perfect. You just have to be intentional. A little planning (and a lot of humility) can go a long way toward building lasting memories \u2014 for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-cbca5596 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\"><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This post is packed with co-parenting travel tips for divorced or separated parents planning vacations with kids. Whether you're new to shared custody travel or looking to level up your approach, these co-parenting travel tips offer practical, real-life strategies for smoother trips and stronger communication. If you're navigating shared custody travel, this guide offers real-life [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1229,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","pgc_sgb_lightbox_settings":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[26],"tags":[35,41,27,38,39,43,30,29,44,40,42,34,32,37,31,33,36,28],"class_list":["post-763","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-single-parent-insight","tag-co-parenting-travel","tag-emotional-travel-stories","tag-family-trip-to-oregon","tag-first-solo-trip-with-child","tag-flying-during-the-pandemic","tag-funny-travel-moments","tag-oregon-family-vacation","tag-pacific-northwest-travel","tag-parenting-after-divorce","tag-parenting-travel-stories","tag-real-life-parenting","tag-single-dad-travel-blog","tag-single-parent-travel","tag-surprise-travel-with-kids","tag-things-to-do-in-oregon-with-kids","tag-travel-after-divorce","tag-traveling-with-kids-after-divorce","tag-visiting-mt-st-helens-with-kids"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Co-Parenting Travel Tips That Actually Work - Winkler, Party of Three<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Planning trips after divorce? 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