Monday, July 23, 2012

Great tips for flying with children

Flying can sometimes be stressful enough on it's own, try adding a baby and a toddler to that equation! Do not worry, it is not impossible, with some helpful planning and (a lot!) of patience it can be done.

We've compiled a few of the best and must-have tips out there to share with you.

Allow Yourself Time
This is probably the most important tip, give yourself time.  Arrive early, this will give the kids plenty of time for snacks, bathroom breaks, etc and it will save you stress! Read more here on this great post by DeliciousBaby.com

Choose Wisely
Nothing will make you loose your mind more than an airport packed with people, flight delays, lines to check in, and not to mention the security process!  Check ahead on when peak times are and if possible try to avoid those.  Less crowds, less stress! 

Give Them Something To Do
Pack activities: coloring books, story books, puzzles.  Give in to technology, you will never appreciate a portable DVD player or game system more but make sure to charge the batteries the night before!

These tips and more can be found on OneStepAhead.com.  Read more here

Know The Rules
Do you research, every airline has different regulations as far age and car seats.  Did you know that there are risk-based procedures for children 12 and under? For example, a child under 12 does not have to remove shoes.  Knowing this will save you time and stress as you get through security.  Also, know the regulations in regards to formula/milk if travelling with an infant, you are allowed to bring it on your carry on and on board but are encouraged to only carry the least amount necessary.

Find more information on TSA.gov they have great videos you can check out as well.

We hope this information was as helpful to you as we found it to be, do not stress or worry about travelling with small children, with a bit of planning, it can be a breeze.

Planning a vacation to Orlando/Disney? The last tip we can offer is to rent a vacation rental over a hotel room.  Not only do vacation rentals offer more room/space, but fully equipped kitchens, washer and dryer and in some instances a private pool.  Prices are reasonable and sometimes even considerably less than what you would pay for a hotel room.  For more information, visit our website www.AmericanHomesAVH.com. 


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