Amy & Aron's

Traveling is something you have always had the urge to do and it is safe to say that absolutely nothing has changed. You are always looking ahead to your next vibrant vacation, whether you’re planning a family road trip or jetting off to an exotic island. There is always so much fun to be had when you travel as a unit, but it can get slightly stressful when there are little ones involved. It used to be so easy to pack up a small carry-on bag and travel lightly for your break abroad, but now you have to plan ahead and think carefully about every minor detail. Traveling with a young family doesn’t have to be overwhelming; you can have a smooth and safe trip without any worries as long as you are well prepared. If you have an impending trip coming up and you are panicking about taking your baby or toddler, here are fifteen flawless ways that will allow your vacation to run smoothly.




1. Monitor Their Health Beforehand


Before you plan your trip, you need to make sure your little one is feeling as fit and healthy as possible. You don’t want to be dealing with unexpected medical issues during your family vacation. If you are wondering, when will eczema first appear? Or you think they might start teething soon, you should go and see your family doctor as soon as you can. Getting a full check-up before you go abroad is a very sensible idea and it will release any worries you might already have. Equally, if you are concerned about a current condition your little one has, it might be a good time to stock up on any medication. You can never be too prepared when it comes to taking a baby on holiday.


2. Choose Your Destination Wisely


You might not be able to go camping in the middle of the wilderness or trek up a huge mountain if you have a little one in tow. Be mindful about the destination you choose for your family vacation as it needs to be suitable for children. Do your research and speak to travel agents about certain locations that might be more suitable for you and your youngsters.


3. Take a Spare Pair of Hands


If you are a single parent or you and your partner are worried about the trip, why not ask someone else to come along with you? Bring one of your friends or your parents on the trip and you will instantly have more help when it comes to the logistics of the holiday. When you have a spare pair of hands your burdens will feel so much lighter and you will actually be able to enjoy yourselves more too.


4. Get Insured


Insurance is extremely important when you go on holiday; if you are a regular traveler, it is likely that you already have a good policy to cover your trips. Be mindful that certain travel insurance contracts only cover the US or Europe. You will need to seek out an alternative if you aren’t covered for all countries, especially if you are going on a cruise. Insurance will cover anything from delayed flights to medical assistance whilst you’re away, so make this a priority.


5. Check the Flight Arrangements


If you are traveling with a child under two, it is likely that they won’t have their own seat on the airplane. As long as you are prepared for this type of arrangement it should be no hassle at all. If you are worried about the flight, then speak to the airline before your travel date. They will be able to assist you with any concerns you might have about flying with a small child.








6. Have a Winning Travel Plan


Are you planning on flying overnight or during an awkward time of day? Although this means your flights can be much cheaper, it might raise your stress levels a little bit. Think about your baby’s schedule and try to fit your travel plans around it. Although you will never be able to achieve the ideal travel arrangement, there are ways in which you can make the whole process easier on yourself.


7. Plan Your Transfers



There is nothing worse than landing from your flight and being completely clueless about where to go next. If you have booked a hotel or villa in an obscure area, you might find it pretty difficult to find your way there without a tonne of stress on your shoulders. Book a taxi, plan a bus route or hire a car ahead of time; you don’t want to have to deal with these stresses when you are all tired and agitated after a long haul flight.


8. Know the Nearest Doctor


Before you arrive at your chosen destination, you should do a little bit of research about the local area. Make sure you know where the nearest supermarket, taxi rank and doctor is located so that you can access any of them in times of need. Becoming accustomed to your surroundings might take a while, but if you can get your bearings ahead of time, it will save your stress levels.


9. Choose Your Accommodation Carefully


Whether you are booked into a luxury hotel or you have found a quaint Airbnb in a local village, you need to think carefully about the accommodation you choose. Make sure your place is child friendly and easily accessible with a pushchair if you need it. Request a travel cot well in advance and try to steer clear of hotels with high balconies; most establishments should allow you to have a lower ground floor if you have small children.


10. Find Family-Friendly Activities


Once the logistics of the trip are all out of the way, it is time to start having some fun! Check out local recommendations for family-friendly activities and book yourself onto some excursions. Boat rides and train tours are the perfect way of including your little one in the family fun.








11. Allow them To Try New Foods


You might feel a little uptight about exposing your precious little one to exotic foods, but why not give it a try? Now is their chance to experience foreign delicacies at their finest and allow them to enhance their taste buds. If you are worried about food poisoning, try to visit restaurants with a high rating and steer clear from uncooked seafood if you want to be overly cautious.


12. Avoid Too Much Sun


We all love to have fun in the sun now and again, but little ones are extremely susceptible to sunburn and sunstroke. Try to stay out of the midday sun whenever you can and choose indoor activities when the heat is getting a little too much. You don’t necessarily have to travel to a hot country to enjoy a family vacation, so it might be a good idea to choose a cooler climate for your first venture.


13. Pack Enough Supplies


There is nothing worse than arriving on holiday and discovering you have run out of nappies, formula, wipes or even clothes! Being over prepared when you pack for a holiday with the family is never a bad thing, so make sure you go above and beyond with your organisation. On a similar note, don’t forget that foreign countries will have baby supplies too! If you are ever desperate, you will be able to find what you need in local convenience stores.


14. Set up a New Schedule


A vacation is a perfect time to throw away your sleep schedule and mess up the routines. Your children aren’t going to care what time they need to go to bed so adjust your plans accordingly and be a little more flexible if you can.


15. Relax and Enjoy!


Last of all, enjoy every moment of your family trip! Forget about the small worries and focus on having an amazing time with your loved ones.


You deserve to have a fun filled trip bursting with laughter and memories, so don’t let your travel worries get you down. As long as you have covered everything on the list above, you will be all set for a smooth and enjoyable time away with your family. Every mom has anxiety when they travel with their young child for the first time; it is a natural feeling. However, you want to make sure that your apprehensions don’t rub off onto your impressionable youngsters. The more laid back and calm you are, the less tension they will feel during the trip. Even if their schedule is thrown out of the window for a short stint, they will soon get back on track. Try not to worry about adjusting to time zones and sleep patterns; children will do whatever they want, regardless! Focus on having an excellent time with your family, take plenty of pictures and enjoy each other’s company whilst you are away. As soon as you get home you will wonder why you were worried in the first place. Travelling is an enriching and enjoyable experience for everybody in the family, so embrace it and enjoy the ride!