Hi
We also have 2 children, 8 and 3 years old. Our 8 year old has learning disabilities and displays autistic like behaviour (He is not autistic) and so can lead to challenging behaviour. Like Claud I would say the only thing that we try to do the same on holiday as at home is stick to the rules. It seems harsh to put your kids to bed whilst others are running about but we too have tried the letting him stay up later (in the hope that he would sleep later) but it doesn't work for us. He loves the tent and having his own bedroom with his familiar cuddly toys around.
Last year we had an Outwell Georgia XL - a bit like the vango youy were asking about with three separate pods and an enormous living area. The thought being that the kids would be far enough away not to disturb each other - but they were still able to chat to each other. This had to go back due to poles bending incorrectly. We decided to change to a Tunnel tent - in the hope it would be easier to pitch. We went for an Outwell Vermont XL. It too has 3 bedrooms - a kid either side and us in the middle. Can't comment how this set up as not used it yet.
One thing I would say you need is a big living area. We found the "fitted" carpet an essential it might my disabled son could lie down on the floor with his favourite trains and play to his hearts content. Whilst we sat outside and cooked or had a drink. We also purchased a windbreak for those pitches that do not have boundaries so that we could mark our spot and stop our son running straight out of the tent.
I wouls also say be prepared to give a go and not necessarily enjoy fully your first attempt - it takes a while to sort out the right combination of equipment for you and your family. But when you do get it right it is brilliant. Much better for us (and more importantly cheaper) than staying in holiday homes where we would need 3 bedrooms.
Happy Camping - Louise
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Topic: camping with children
