FAMILY HOLIDAY TRAVEL TIPS

Travelling with children can be stressful, so let’s talk about some useful things to remember so your next trip is as smooth as possible for the whole family.

A little planning can go a long way in avoiding unnecessary challenges when travelling with children! For example, include your children when planning your holiday to build their excitement and create a positivity around the idea from the outset.

Keep your trip simple, as children tire quickly and find it hard to concentrate for long. Overly detailed trips mean lots of travelling and hefty itineraries. Museums, galleries and other adult-orientated attractions can over-complicate things for children and cause stress, whereas simplicity keeps everyone calm and reduces the likelihood of any issues.

TIPS FOR TRAVEL WITH CHILDREN

• Pack more nappies and wipes than you need in case of emergencies

• Rather than bringing your own baby equipment consider hiring a stroller, cot, highchair etc. to make things as convenient as possible

• Plan activities that the adults find interesting in the morning (when their energy is best), balanced with activities for the kids in the afternoon

• Build in breaks for yourself now and again by taking advantage of any babysitting or kids’ clubs services at the hotel or resort.

Keeping kids happy

Here are some ideas to keep your kids amused en route:

• Bring lots of toys and give them one after the other, bringing out a new toy only once the last one has been discarded

• Ensure each child has their own toys to prevent arguments

• Play travel-based games such as ‘I-spy’

• Take a tasty picnic lunch and involve the kids on the planning