Travelling With Your Pet Can Be Easy, Iconic And A Must

We pet parents get it. Having a pet is indeed a great responsibility and a demanding daily task, with minimal breaks. However, missing your dog on vacation is an oxymoron that makes sense. You love them, you wish to share good times with them, and you want them to explore new environments. So, why shouldn’t you?

The rise of pet-friendly accommodation is a well known fact that makes pet owners worldwide very happy. It is not that travelling pet-free shouldn’t be an option they can utilise, but mostly the fact that the option is always there, no matter the destination. So, if you are thinking of having your trusted dog or cat as the ultimate vacation companion, here are some tips to make this arrangement thrive. 

Think of your pet’s personality 

If your pet doesn’t enjoy long walks and you are staying at Domes Zeen Chania, maybe that hiking trip in Samariá Gorge is not ideal. Taking into account their personality can help minimize schedule changes, and the creation of more convenient itineraries. A fine idea would be to communicate that with the concierge, and have them propose the experiences that will please both you and your pet companion. 

This is where the trip becomes less about bringing them along, and more about understanding how they like to travel. Some pets are natural socialites, happy to sit under a terrace table, walk by the marina, and receive a little harmless admiration from strangers. Others are more private, more sensitive to noise, or happier with slow mornings and shaded corners. Cats, naturally, may have their own entire philosophy. 

Think of the temperature

Travelling in Greece or Portugal can get “heated” in the summer. That is part of the charm, right? When it comes to your pet though, depending on the breed, heat can be unwanted for prolonged periods, or even brief ones. Respecting their optimal wellbeing can be what turns pet-friendly travel into pet-happy travel.

Think of the room’s location

If the spot you booked is close to stairs but your little friend is not a big fan, don’t sweat it. Just let the reservations department know, as they will always be happy to take that into account and propose alternatives.

Think of making the new space familiar and engaging for them

Let’s say you are travelling with your dog that is fond of safety, and familiar scents. A new place could disrupt their routine and cause mild anxiety. Bringing a few toys along and some favourite treats can be a game changer. Additionally, if your little one is crate trained, dismantling and bringing your crate over sounds ideal.

Travelling with your pet can be easy, iconic and a must

In the end, travelling with your pet is not about making the holiday more complicated. It is about making it feel more whole. There is something quietly iconic about seeing your favourite creature become part of your favourite memories. This coule be having them wait next to you as you order coffee, for them to stretch under the table after lunch, or discovering every scent before you even notice the view.

A little preparation is needed. But preparation is not the opposite of freedom. It is what allows freedom to feel effortless. When the destination, the accommodation, and the itinerary are chosen with care, your pet does not become a limitation. They become part of the rhythm of the trip: the slower walks, the softer mornings, the gentler plans.

So yes, travelling with your pet can be easy. It can be stylish. It can even be a must. Because at the heart of it, this is not just about pet-friendly travel. It is about travelling with someone you love. 

Make sure you read our Pet Policy and stay on top of everything, thus thriving as a dog parent on vacation! You and your pet deserve it.