I have to say that this was kind of a strange post from someone who also posts on subjective reality
River, above makes a good point about children and their natural abilities to be great teachers. This is because young children are perfect mirrors of their parents until they "grow out of it" and become their own persons losing some of their reflective ability
I can't really give you much advice because I really like travelling with my children (despite the problems that can occur). It would never occur to me to leave them behind, it would mean missing out on too much. The benefits far outweigh the troubles. Once again, as River said "
Attitude is everything. I just expect to enjoy my travel companions and you know what-- I really and truly do."
And remember, kids love science museums and can offer some of the best critical appraisals on artwork. In fact I think they have a better sense of knowing what's good and what's trash than most art critics
One last thing, and I don't mean to be disrespectful, what's the point of meditating on a rock for an hour if you become anxious merely at the thought of taking your children on holidays? Just a thought
Cheers