Sunday, December 16, 2007

Tips for Travel with Young Children

Stay near the action
If your hotel is right in the middle of things, a stop to rest won't mean the end of your day. Avoid hotels where you must taxi to reach the majority of your destinations.


Stay somewhere pleasant and entertaining
Dealing with naptimes and children's bedtimes may force you to wile away hours at your hotel; plus, sometimes kids need a breather and a day at the pool or walking the grounds is well spent.


Don't sacrifice naptime
You may be able to move it, scrunch it, or bring it along; but you must plan for it or you will regret skipping it.


Pack the necessities
Diapers, wipes, formula, butt paste. Even if the book says they're easily available; you may not want to spend the time seeking them out.


Always carry snacks and water
Two things will certainly derail a young child: hunger and lack of sleep. Carry things like crackers and oranges, and at least you avoid the one.

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