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We LOVE traveling with the kids, and over the holidays (Disneyland snow anyone?) can be so magical, but. Between packing for multiple kids, navigating airport security and squeezing into a packed car with half the house in tow, traveling during the holidays is sometimes more of a survival challenge than a vacation.
But no matter how magical the trip, there’s always that moment when you step back through your own front door, drop all the stuff and siiiiigh. Home.
The Chaos of Holiday Travel
Anyone who’s traveled with kids knows the drill:
- A teen girl suitcase packed with way too many “just in case” outfits.
- Chargers tangled at the bottom of a bag (or worse, forgotten entirely).
- The never-ending hunt for someone’s lost shoe, stuffed animal, or headphones.
- The excitement of travel slowly turning into exhaustion.
As fun and memorable as it is, holiday travel reminds us of one simple truth—our homes are our havens. And when they’re set up to work for us, coming back feels even better.
Why a Well-Organized Home Feels Like a Gift
Walking into a tidy, functional space after a long trip is one of life’s little luxuries. Like that moment you get in your own shower. No suitcases to trip over in the entryway. No mad search for a phone charger because everything has a place.
Small Changes That Make a Big Difference
If you’ve ever come home from a trip and thought, Wow, I really need to get this space under control, you’re not alone. We all need that vacation from vacation. The contrast between the structured (yet chaotic) travel experience and a home filled with everyday clutter can be eye-opening. Here are a few ways to make your return from travel feel like a deep breath instead of a deep sigh:
Create a designated electronics charger area – No more hunting for cords after unpacking. A set place for all devices makes powering back up stress-free.
Organize an easy unpacking zone – Have a space where shoes go immediately when you walk in and dump as much laundry out of cases into the washer as soon as you can. A simple system cuts down on post-travel clutter.
Streamline high-traffic areas – Entryways, kitchens, and bedrooms are the first spaces you use after a trip. Sort everyones stuff into their respective piles and make them take it to their rooms.
Prep your home before you leave – A quick tidy-up, load and run the dishes and take the trash out before you go, means coming home to a fresh, calm space instead of a disaster zone.
Home: The Best Destination of All
As much as we truly love the moments together during travel, there’s nothing better than the feeling of returning to a home that’s designed to support your family’s busy, beautiful life.
