The formula could help you and your family have the perfect day out
Ever wondered if there could be a recipe for success when it comes to family trips?
Well now there is, thanks to Southern Railway’s symbolic formula for the ultimate family day out.
At this time of year and in the current economic climate, UK daytrips are an increasingly popular choice. A recent survey found that 63 per cent of us would rather go on a couple of great day trips than go abroad. There is minimal planning involved, no hassle with booking accommodation, and the opportunity to explore new places in the UK and educate the kids.
Devised by renowned psychologist Cliff Arnall, the method to decipher the ‘Perfect Family Day Out’ takes into account the various elements which make up a potential daytrip, and presents them in a formula to discover the best possible factors for a family fun outing. In its essence, the ideal family day out needs all the ingredients in the formula below.
(N x Te) + S + F
AC x A
N - Meets the needs of all family members present on the trip
Te - Travel experience
S - Sense of adventure
F - Fun
AC - Adult child ratio
A - Affordability
If all the requirements above are met the day should be a good outing; naturally, the higher the level of each component, the more perfect the family day out!
Cliff Arnall, who specialises in confidence and happiness, says: “Daytrips are an integral part of the British psyche; many British adults report very fond memories of UK days out with their families. Today we are often led to believe that the best holidays are expensive ones. However, this formula – which can act as a checklist of sorts – demonstrates it is possible to identify the components for a perfect family bonding experience, in the short space of a day. It’s like a holiday without the hassle.”
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