You’ve been planning on traversing across Europe for a long time. Finally, this summer you’ve packed your bags, herded up your kids and plunged on that Eurail trip. Your kids are very excited about the trip and you just have to take care that they have a fantastic time. Here are some tips on traveling with teenagers.

• It’s a good idea to involve your kids in the planning stages of the vacation. Consider your child's suggestions and make real concessions.
• Pre-trip study helps get children tuned into and prepared for upcoming experiences. Read books such as The Diary of Anne Frank for Amsterdam.
• Since a trip is a splurge for the parents, the kids should enjoy a larger allowance, too. Provide ample money and ask your kids to buy their own treats.
• Ask your kids to keep a daily journal or a scrapbook of their travels. They can write about their experiences and paste interesting photographs. Buy a nice journal because kids like cool books.
• Review the day's plan at breakfast. It should always include a kid-friendly activity. Hands-on tours, from cheese-making to chocolate factories, keep kids engaged. Go to sports or cultural events, but don't insist on staying for the entire event.
• Kids need plenty of exercise. Allow time for a few extra runs. Small towns often have great public swimming pools.
• Help your kids connect with children their own age. Staying in B&Bs or small guest houses, you'll find it's easy to hook up with other traveling families.
• Make the consequences of packing heavy perfectly clear — they carry all their stuff all the time. Help your kids pack layers for warmth, clothes that don't show dirt, and sturdy, well-broken-in shoes.