<p><b>Episode 198: The Family Travel Reset</b></p> <p><b>Episode Overview</b></p> <p>If your family vacations have started to feel a little too predictable — the same beach, the same rental, the same “are we even relaxed?” feeling when you get home — it might be time for a reset.</p> <p>In <b>Episode 198</b>, Rob shares how to press pause on autopilot travel and rediscover the <i>why</i> behind your family’s adventures. It’s not about the next destination — it’s about what you hope to bring home: <b>connection, laughter, and stories worth retelling.</b></p> <p>Inspired by his upcoming book, <i>The Family Vacationer: A Parent’s Guide to Meaningful Travel</i> (coming <b>November 11, 2025</b>), Rob introduces the concept of <b>The Family Travel Reset</b> — a simple, practical way to make travel more intentional, more joyful, and a whole lot less stressful.</p> <p><br /></p> <p><b>What You’ll Learn in This Episode</b></p> <ul><li>Why families fall into “autopilot travel” — and how to break free</li><li>The one question to ask before planning your next vacation: <i>What do we really want from this trip?</i></li><li>How to balance structure and spontaneity to create real connection</li><li>The three easiest ways to reset your family’s travel mindset</li><li>A personal story from Disney that changed how Rob plans trips forever</li><li>A simple “Family Travel Check-In” you can do this week to reconnect and reset</li></ul> <p><b>Three Easy Ways to Start Your Family Travel Reset</b></p> <ol><li><b>Involve your kids in the planning.</b></li><li> Ask them what they want out of the trip — more pool time, less rushing, more freedom. When kids feel heard, everyone’s happier on the road.</li><li><b>Build in slow mornings.</b></li><li> Vacations shouldn’t feel like a race. Linger over breakfast, explore without an agenda, and let curiosity lead the day.</li><li><b>Redefine success.</b></li><li> Instead of asking, “Did we check everything off?” try “Did we laugh together today?” Because that’s what really matters.</li></ol> <p><b>Favorite Quote from This Episode</b></p> <p>“Meaningful travel isn’t about doing more — it’s about <i>feeling</i> more.” — Rob Jones</p> <p><b>From Rob’s Upcoming Book</b></p> <p>This episode pulls from several chapters of Rob’s forthcoming book,</p> <p> <b><i>The Family Vacationer: A Parent’s Guide to Meaningful Travel</i></b>,</p> <p> releasing <b>November 11, 2025.</b></p> <p>The book is filled with stories, practical strategies, and gentle encouragement for parents who want travel to be less about logistics and more about <i>connection.</i></p> <p> <b>Preorder information coming soon!</b></p> <p><b>This Week Comes with Homework!</b></p> <p>Do a quick <b>Family Travel Check-In</b>:</p> <ul><li>Ask everyone: <i>What’s your favorite travel memory we’ve ever made together?</i></li><li>Then ask: <i>What would make our next trip even better?</i></li></ul> <p>Their answers might surprise you — and might be the key to your own Family Travel Reset.</p> <p><br /></p> <p><b>Connect with The Family Vacationer</b></p> <ul><li>Instagram &amp; Facebook: <a href="https://instagram.com/thefamilyvacationer" target="_blank">@TheFamilyVacationer</a></li><li>Website: <b>thefamilyvacationer.live</b></li><li>Email: [email protected]</li></ul> <p><b>Upcoming Events</b></p> <p><b>Rob’s Book Launch:</b> <i>The Family Vacationer: A Parent’s Guide to Meaningful Travel</i> — coming <b>November 11, 2025</b></p> <p> <b>200th Episode Celebration:</b> Join Rob &amp; Traci for a <i>live recording in Orlando</i> on <b>December 15, 2025</b> — details and tickets available soon!</p>