by Sam Leaver
-17 March 2026
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12 tips for a relaxing family break this Easter
With Easter just around the corner, families across the UK are expected to be packing up their suitcases and opting for sunshine over showers this April.
When is Easter 2026?
The Easter break is the first weekend in April this year; it’s the perfect time for an early spring break and is traditionally popular for “three generation” holidays.
While taking the children/grandchildren away can be fun, we know it can be stressful too.
That’s why we’ve put together our top tips for a smooth getaway.
The key is in the planning…
- Involve everyone – especially the kids!
- Make a group decision on the length of the trip (and of course where you’ll be going)
- Once you have decided on your destination, plan your excursions and try to make sure everyone is entertaine
- Have you planned how you’re all getting to the airport?
Documents
- Check passport expiry dates to avoid last-minute drama.
- Check your GHIC is in date
- Check your passport date
- Print and double check all of your travel documents well in advance.
- Check your Travel Insurance is up to date (if you’ve already got cover, make sure you’ve declared any changes in health, for example)
If you’re treating the grandchildren to a break – the Home Office advises that you should have evidence of your relationship to the child, so maybe take a photocopy of their birth certificate and/or a written letter of consent.
Essentials
- If kids, parents or grandparents are travelling with medical conditions remember to pack your medication and take a copy of your prescription too.
- Don’t leave your packing until the last minute – and don’t underestimate the sun at this time of year and take your sun cream.
- Travel money – budget for each day and remember to take a little extra!
- Arrange Family Travel Insurance if you don’t already have it – we can help with that.
Heading on holiday soon?
Remember to arrange your Travel Insurance as soon as you’ve booked your holiday as this can cover the cost of your trip, should you need to cancel.
Look out for valuables cover as some policies will provide cover for items like mobile phones, tablets, etc.
Our policies come with up to £10million medical cover, so you can travel with peace of mind you’ll be covered should you have a trip or slip and need to take an unexpected trip to the hospital.
You can arrange your Travel Insurance online or alternatively call us and we can help you find a policy to suit your needs.
We hope you enjoy your next trip.
Travel Insurance for your next trip
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