I would send the faxes in the evening when long-distance rates are lower, and in the morning there would be several replies that I would read to everyone at breakfast. A family suite or two nearby rooms are great because two weeks of sharing the same hotel room can be pretty tiresome. Also, the kids are used to their own beds at home, and sharing a double bed usually doesn't do much for their mood. Single beds are common in Europe, and two, three or four beds to a room are not hard to find. It's useful to ask about breakfast because it is easier to eat at your hotel than to scout out a place each morning.
English breakfasts are hearty, continental breakfasts less so.
Each child has his or her own suitcase and, after the initial packing with an adult's help, is responsible for repacking it. Even with children who spill things, allow one shirt, underwear and socks per day, two pairs of shoes at the most, and travel-size toiletries. Stress that they should leave room for items they buy while overseas. A day pack for the whole family can carry the camera, water bottles, guidebook and purchases. Daily planning Once air fare and accommodations are organized, the next thing is what to do each day.