Tips For Travelling With Kids
Michael Keogh
Off on an adventure and taking the little ones along? Travelling with kids can often be a stressful experience, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy yourself. It just means you might not be able to have that third cocktail. Luckily, Bags to Go has plenty of tips for travelling with kids to ensure a smooth and enjoyable trip for the whole family.
Get Them Excited
The first step to travelling with kids is to get them excited and promote a positive attitude from the beginning. Involve them in the planning process and encourage their input with the activities.
You can also make packing for the trip exciting with our huge range of fun kids' bags, like our Batman Wheeled Backpack and Disney Frozen Trolley Backpack. On those long days spent travelling when everyone is tired (yes, including you!), a fun design with their favourite animated character is sure to be the perfect pick-me-up.
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Book Ahead
While it can be fun exploring and getting lost in your adventure, children don't respond well to spontaneity. They rely on their grown-up counterparts to keep them safe and organised at all times, so it is important to have your transport and accommodation organised prior to taking off. You may not mind sitting in a hotel reception for an hour while your room is made up last-minute, but your kids will probably hit their limit after 10 minutes.
A Little Comfort Goes a Long Way
Long plane ride? Boring drive? Be equipped with comfort items such as the Go Travel Accessories Eye Mask with earplugs and the Go Travel Accessories The Snoozer inflatable travel pillow to avoid sleepy, cranky kids. Making a family-friendly soundtrack to pass the time is also a great way to keep the kids occupied and maybe even encourage a family sing-along! These small comforts will make a big difference to your kids' - and your own - enjoyment.
Let Them Take Photos
Hand the camera to the kids every now and then and let them document the journey. You might be surprised to see what the camera catches through the eyes of your child; it could make for a beautiful, frame-worthy holiday snap. Just remember to keep your camera safe with one of our camera bags to avoid any unfortunate breakages.
Now that you're off on your family adventure, don't forget to follow our top tips for travelling with kids and make sure it's memorable trip for everyone!
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