How to Travel With Kids?

You're about to embark on a wonderful adventure with your little ones! To make the experience as pleasant as possible, it's best to plan well before and during the trip. 

In this article, we give you some tips for traveling with children. Cast off!

5 Tips for Traveling With Children

1. Choosing the Right Wardrobe

First step: the suitcase! To make sure your child has a great time, it's essential to pack a wardrobe that's adapted to the destination. To do this, simply take into account the type of climate and the weather there. 

For a warm destination, lightweight, breathable outfits are preferable: shorts, T-shirts, and little dresses are the way to go. Discover our children’s summer collection: island vacations for your little mermaid and our spring-summer collection for your little pirate!

2. Preparing Your Journey

Whether it's by plane, train, or car, traveling with little ones is not always a relaxing experience! To maximize the chances of a pleasant journey with your little ones, it's best to plan ahead.

For example, if you're taking a long plane flight with your child, don't forget to bring along their comforting objects, such as a comforter or pacifier. If your little one is anxious, especially during take-off, help them to calm down by telling them a story, for example. 

During the flight, plan several activities to keep them entertained (reading, coloring, games, etc.). Most long-haul flights also offer a variety of in-flight entertainment, such as movies or video games. Don't hesitate to ask the flight attendants for help setting them up! 

These tips also apply to travel by train or car. For the latter, however, avoid activities that require you to put your head down a lot; otherwise, watch out for motion sickness!

3. Plan Fun and Stimulating Activities

As you know, your children don't have the same desires as you! So, to ensure that everyone gets the most out of a family vacation, plan activities on-site that will both stimulate and please them. 

The idea is to balance the "learning" dimension and the inevitable moments of boredom (long walks, waiting time) with moments of fun. For example, after a visit to a museum, why not plan an outing to an amusement park? 

You can also try to arouse their curiosity during activities that are more likely to bore them. For example, a visit to a historical site can become a magical moment when history comes to life! Your talents as an actor and storyteller will be invaluable...

4. Plan Break Times

Your little wolves tire more easily than adults (and recover faster too)! What's more, a trip can be very stimulating for them: They discover new landscapes and new cultures and store up a wealth of information. 

To help them rest, adjust, and make the most of this rich experience, schedule regular breaks. 

During these breaks, for example, offer your child a snack or refreshment to help them regain their strength. You can also encourage your child to take a short nap. 

In general, allow your child to withdraw into their own world for a few minutes or hours. Depending on the child's character, this could involve a play session, reading time, or a moment of daydreaming.

5. Think of a First-Aid Kit

With adventure comes risk! 

To ward off sunburns and other injuries, remember to pack a first-aid kit. It could contain diachylons, disinfectant, mosquito repellent... in short, whatever you think is appropriate for your destination. 

For hot, sunny places, don't forget sun cream, a hat or cap, and sunglasses. You can never have too much protection when you're on the move!

Where Is the Best Place to Travel With a Child?

Aside from potentially dangerous areas, any destination can be suitable for your little ones — as long as the planned activities are as much fun for them as they are for you and everyone gets a good night's rest. 

The key to traveling with your little ones is to make sure that your place of residence is relatively child-friendly. 

For example, you could choose a hotel with a kids' club, which will allow your little ones to make friends and give you a few hours' respite too! 

If you're traveling with small children, check that your destination is suitable for them. Overly hilly terrain, for example, won't be great for their little legs, let alone a stroller! 

Finally, don't forget that your children are resilient and strong. So, don't be too afraid to take them out of their comfort zone: They'll get over it! 

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We hope this article has given you confidence for a future trip with your children! If your little ones are still very young, take a look at our article on traveling with babies.