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Travel with Children -- Tips for Getting to your Destination:

  • GENERAL:
    • If possible, plan travel times close to nap times for younger children.
    • Put together a "goodie bag" for your kids with small toys and snacks.  Every once in a while, give your child a new item or snack to keep them occupied.
    • To acclimate your family to a new time zone, arrive at your destination in the evening and stick to your usual end-of-day routine.
    • If you can afford it, a portable DVD player with headphones can make travel much easier.  We don't travel without ours anymore, especially on airplanes or long car trips.
    • Even if your child can walk, make sure to bring a lightweight stroller if you plan on walking much. Strollers can can be gate checked on airplanes or stashed away in the trunk of your car.
  • CAR TRAVEL:
    • Plan frequent rest stops if driving.  It might extend the length of the drive, but you will all be happier.  Stopping at a park/playground or rest stop on the way is also a big help.
    • Make sure yor CD selection includes a number of titles that your kids will enjoy -- also bring these with you if you plan on renting a car.
    • Bring along a pillow and a blanket to ensure your kids are comfy.
    • Make sure the whole family is wearing comfy clothing.  If traveling at night, you might consider letting the kids travel in their pajamas.  That way, if you arrive at your destination while they're sleeping, you can just pop them into bed.
    • Choose crumble-free snack options when possible.  Cheese sticks/wedges, fruit slices, or similar items are less likely to be pulverized by tiny hands and ground into your carpeting.
  • AIR TRAVEL:
    • Fewer airlines these days are providing free munchies, and kids can’t always wait for a snack regardless. Bring plenty of munchies in case your kids get hungry before landing.  Buy bottled drinks at the airport before boarding if you aren't sure how quickly or often beverage service will be provided.
    • If your child misbehaves on an airplane, do your best to calm him/her (and yourself) down but don't worry about the people around you.  They've likely been in your shoes before and if not you likely will never see them again.
    • Airport layovers extend travel time, but also can give your kids time to get up and move around. Try to find a large empty space and for them to play.  Some airports even have play areas designated for this purpose.