Traveling with children can be quite challenging. The disruption in routine and the logistical difficulties can easily make you want to cancel the whole trip. However, there are ways to make the experience smoother and more enjoyable, and it all starts with how you pack. We asked parents to share the one item they always bring when traveling with their kids to improve the experience. Here’s what they had to say:
1. Baby Monitor: Stephanie Claytor, founder of Blacktrekking, always brings her baby monitor and camera with her when traveling. This allows her and her husband to have the kids sleeping or napping in one room while they enjoy the rest of the house or suite.
2. Travel Journal: Jenny Lynn, blogger at TraveLynn Family, always takes a kids travel journal with her boys. A standard notebook gives them creative freedom to write, draw, or stick in tickets and other mementos from their adventures.
3. Stuffed Animals: Caroline Hershey, blogger at Jet With a Set, never travels without the special stuffed animals that her kids sleep with. This provides them with comfort during naps on the go or unexpected delays.
4. Ear Drops: Maria De La O., editor at Roam Family Travel, always brings quick-dry alcohol ear drops to prevent ear infections that kids can get from swimming in lakes, pools, or the ocean. This helps avoid trips to urgent care and ensures a more enjoyable vacation.
5. Snack Stash: Marvyn Harrison, founder of Dope Black Dads, always packs a variety of healthy and non-messy snacks to keep hunger at bay and avoid mid-flight meltdowns.
6. Camera: Roland Pollard, a digital content creator, brings his mirrorless camera to capture memorable moments with his family. He believes this is something his children will appreciate in the future.
7. Bandages: Jurga Rubinovaite, blogger at FullSuitcase.com, always carries a first-aid kit with adhesive bandages. With three active and adventurous boys, bandages have come in handy on countless occasions.
8. Dollar Store Toys: Riky Williams, also known as @MommyCocktail, loves getting toys from the dollar store. They’re cheap but still provide the new toy appeal that kids look for, keeping them entertained without relying on screens.
9. Tablets: PJ and Thomas McKay, bloggers at The Property Lovers, always bring tablets for each of their kids. Downloading their favorite movies and TV shows ensures they have something to watch during long road trips, making it feel like a special vacation.
10. Entertainment Kits: Sergei Urban, founder of The Dad Lab, packs a well-curated, compact entertainment bag for each of his kids. It includes activity books, narrative books, forgotten toys, a notebook, pencils, random Lego bricks, and brain teasers to keep them engaged and entertained.
11. Packing Cubes: James Brockbank, founder of The Family Vacation Guide, recommends investing in lightweight, space-saving packing cubes. Each child can have their own cube, making it easy to find their clothes and accessories and preventing suitcase explosions while searching for items.
By following these tips, your travel experience with kids will be smoother and more enjoyable. Don’t forget to pack these essentials and make unforgettable memories with your family!
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