Taking a family trip can be a joyful, bonding experience like no other. But more often, it's kind of like going through the nine circles of hell.
From incessant "are we there yet?" pestering on long road trips, to endless screaming on planes, to hearing "I'm bored!" whined at you every three seconds, vacationing with the family can leave you feeling like you need, well, a vacation.
We scoured Twitter to find the funniest tweets about traveling with kids. Parents: You will most definitely relate.
Only Scarier
Not even heist movie characters are as good as 4-year-olds at escaping.
Best Advice Ever
Will this cause psychological trauma? Probably, but at least you'll get to rest on the plane.
There Are Some Things Money Can't Buy
And by "priceless," we really mean the price you pay for wanting to continue the species.
The Screaming 1-Year-Old Is Definitely Worse
Not that we'd want Hepatitis but ... we would probably choose it over a road trip with a crying toddler.
Turns Out He Wasn't Sure
Why does every single kid do this? It's like they conspire together.
Unfair
Flight attendants can be so unhelpful sometimes.
Beach Vacations Truly Are the Best
If you feel the water suddenly getting warm, you know what it is.
Yes, EVERYTHING
And probably a dozen more things you hadn't even thought to disagree with.
Always Use Protection
Everyone should be grateful for the free family planning lesson.
The Horror
We swear we can look like decent human beings ... or at least we could before family vacations became a thing.
Wise Words
Hey, at least your kids will be happy. Right? Right?!
The One True Definition
Is this the reason why Americans don't use their vacation days?
This Definition Is Good, Too
And the worst part is that you know they know it's an empty threat.
Finally: A Stress-Free Way to Travel With Kids!
This guy is either genius or evil. Or an evil genius.
So Naive
What a sweet and impossible dream.
The Parent's Version of a Farmer's Tan
Hey, at least it's a sign that you've left the house!
Kid-Free Travel > Mani-Pedi and Massage
Seven hours of not having to keep someone (or multiple people) alive? Now that's the vacation we need.
Kids Sleeping > Literally Anything Else
Everyone knows trips with kids are not really a vacation.
You're Not Really Selling It...
Wow, Simon, you didn't have to get this real on us.
#WorthIt
Sorry, Jimmy, when we said beach day, we meant beach day.
Obviously
And the screaming begins approximately 1.2 seconds later.
Wouldn't That Make It Even Funnier?
As long as it doesn't get on us, we'll laugh about this.
Final Grade: C+
They can't expect us to lose five years of sleep and function enough to remember any date.
What Else Do You Need?
This girl is going places. Not on vacation, but definitely somewhere.
The Ultimate Travel Bucket List
Hey, at least you won't have to spend thousands of dollars on fancy vacations.
#TeamThisKid
What kind of monster doesn't save Skittles for the kid in front?
Should've Bought a New Couch Instead
This is why we don't believe in family vacations until they're paying for things out of their own pockets.
So, You Hear Lots of This on Vacation
Yes, you lose your name as soon as you become a parent. Or as children like to think of you, an entertainer.
Ah, Kid Humor
This is why kids should come with a mute button.
Bad Moms, Bad Moms, What You Gonna Do
We would honestly just turn around and go home.
Should've Added 'Don't Bring Kids' to the Packing List...
It's like your brain purposefully forgets, so you can do it again next year.
Thank You, Liquor Industry
Everyone knows a swimsuit can't get wet before you go in the pool.
Vacationing-With-Kids Recovery Groups Should Really Be a Thing
And jobs should give you vacation recovery days as a benefit.
Parenting: The Ultimate Sacrifice
To be fair, they'll go through a month's worth of food in five hours.
Incorrectly Cut Pizza Is a Travesty, Let's Be Real
OK, but what kind of adult doesn't know how to correctly cut pizza?
Who Needs Laying Out in the Sun With a Corona When There's This?
We love their sense of childlike wonder, but you can be impressed by the same thing only so many times.
Actually, the Apocalypse Requires Less Packing
On the bright side: Once the zombie apocalypse happens, you'll be ready to pack in no time.
Friendly Reminder to Always Use *Very* Specific Directions With Kids
This one is 100 percent on the parent.
Oh, It Counts For Sure
Bath water, pool water. Potato, potato.
80 Percent Feels Low...
They always want the single most expensive thing in there.
The Most Correct Autocorrect Ever
You'd think after everything that's happened, people would care more about clean bathrooms where washing your hands is possible.
Traveling Alone With a Kid Is So Much ... OK YEAH IT ISN'T FUN AT ALL
To be fair, stuffed animals rule.
Guinness Book of World Records, Where You At?
The current record is at about 1 million times in a single hour.
The Latest Style Craze
But it teaches them independence.
Oh God, It's Happening
Your mind and body are definitely not ready for it.
Definitely the Best Age to Travel with Kids
Plus, you won't have to pay for them anymore.
Tantrums Are a Universal Language
But at least your pictures of your kid crying are more interesting.
Ahhhh, Take It All In
Not to forget the collective sweat of hundreds of people.
How Time Works When You Parent
And let's not even mention the unpacking.
Better to Die of Dehydration Than Wake a Sleeping Baby
Sorry, this is probably how you go.
Exotic Places Are Way More Interesting When You Experience Them While Half-Asleep
You probably won't remember them at all, but at least you'll get pictures.
Babysitting for $0/Hour
Parents are the most committed babysitters in the world.
The Lady on the Right Looks More Too Put Together Still
She managed to get her hair in a bun and use matching tops and bottoms. That is way more than we've ever managed.
For Shame, Sir, for Shame!
Wow, how dare you have needs of your own, dad?
The More Prized the Possession, the More It Feels Like a Family Vacay
Lock all the windows as soon as you get in the car.
Really, Who Needs It?
It's cheaper and less stressful.
To Be Fair, It Had No Line
Next time, take your kid to the airport, and tell them it's Disney World.
Keep It Simple
Save the actually cool vacations for when they're adults.
That Pretty Much Sums It Up
Legend has it that she's still trying to come up with a single thing.
Seriously, This Is All You Need to Know About Traveling With Kids
Trust these words of wisdom.