Keeping Your Teens Occupied in New York

The teenage years are the in-betweens - in between childhood and adulthood. Often, it is difficult to find activities to please everyone in the family, especially teens. They like some of the "little kid" stuff such as the zoo or an amusement park. But they also want to feel grown-up. In New York, you have choices for your teens: amusement parks, cyber cafes, bookstores, malls, video arcades, and sporting events.

One way to make the trip enjoyable for your teen is to allow them to plan an activity each day, or two or three activities during your trip. This depends on the length of your stay. This will go a long way in getting them to accept those activities you want to do. Compromise is a valuable lesson for anyone and by allowing your teen to participate in decision-making, you are showing them you value their input.

Girls like to shop. New York is filled with trendy, expensive boutiques and department stores. If you want to watch your budget, you can find "vintage" clothing shops or consignment shops for them to explore. They will probably find items to excite them. When they get home, they may have a one-of-a-kind fashion accessory.

While the girls are shopping, your teenage boys can be occupied if you spend some time with them in a video arcade such as Game Time Nation. You can buy time and play as many Xbox, PS2 games, foosball or air hockey as you like. You can buy as much time as you like: half-an-hour, an hour, or more. Games are played on flat screen TVs in the gaming lounge. Be brave and play a game with your kids. You may lose, but you will cherish the time you spend with your boys.

Vacations should be fun and memorable. A picture is worth a thousand words when it is one of you and your teens with big smiles, having fun.

Make your trip memorable for your teenagers. Use your vacation in New York City to bond with your family. You will have lasting memories . . . 

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