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Backpacking through Europe with kids
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items We are about to embark on another multi-city Europe trip. These are the bags and items I’m making sure I bring even when traveling minimally with only carry on items.
Takes up minimum space, easy to use, and a real game changer when eating out these cup covers are a must have in Europe.
Boon Snug Silicone Sippy Cup Lids & Straws - 3 Pack Green
This backpack has a vacuum compartment that makes packing clothes a breeze.
Large Travel Vacuum Compression Backpack Bag
Cotopaxi are my favorite travel pack for a reason. They are comfortable, durable, and thoughtfully designed for organization.
Allpa 35L Travel Pack - Del Día
Everyone in the family needs their own travel adapter for their devices.
EPICKA Travel Adapter w/ 2 USB-A & 3 USB-C
Don’t rely on the ports available on transportation to be operating at your seat.
Anker 20,000mAh Power Bank w/ USB-C Cable
These wet bags make sure you are prepared in an outfit emergency, they will keep the rest of your suitcase from becoming sticky, musty, or wet from clothes that are not dry or covered in mess.
ALVABABY 2pcs Waterproof Cloth Diaper Bags
Perfect for ripping down seats and tables, toys, anything your little touches while on the go.
Lysol Disinfecting Wipes To-Go, Lemon, 15x2
Always have a few of these on hand for stain emergencies. And it doesn’t count as a liquid, unlike the pens, for those difficult airports (I’m looking at you Heathrow).
Tide To Go Wipes Instant Stain Remover, 20 Ct
While I generally don’t think a bunch of snacks are needed, peanut butter is the exception for my American children. It’s not readily and easily available there and our kids are used to it on toast, with fruit, etc.
Jif To Go Creamy Peanut Butter, 1.1 Ounce (8 Pack)
Often overlooked, a portable clothesline makes doing laundry or drying wet clothes easy from anywhere and takes up minimal space.
Coghlan's Bungee Clothesline
These are helpful for littles who still touch all of the toilet parts when going.
Flushable Toilet Seat Covers 50 Pack XL
You are likely to be using multiple forms of travel, it’s good to have these on hand.
Dramamine Kids Chewable Grape, 8 Ct, 3 Pack
A portable sound machine works wonders in the hotel rooms and private sleeping cars.
SNOOZ Go Portable Sound Machine, Pink
If your kids are not used to all the walking or have not broken in their shoes you need to have these on hand. You can get moleskin or other supplies on site but having these ready to go is key.
Dr. Scholl’s Blister Pain Relief Kit, 8 ct
A must have if you have a little under 5. The cobblestones, sidewalks, and public transportation is not always stroller friendly.
Tushbaby Hip Carrier
These markers don’t have caps to lose so they manage to last longer on trips. Pair with a coloring book for the train and plane rides.
Crayola Clicks Retractable Tip Marker Set 10ct
These toppers mean that vending machine bottles will work for your littles without spilling.
Boon Snug Sip Silicone Bottle Toppers - 4 Pack
A tech organizer is a must have with multiple devices.
Travelon World Travel Essentials Tech Organizer
I saw this hack on a mom group and it’s been a lifesaver. Painters tape is great for a last minute label, games, and will keep the kids busy on transportation or in hotel rooms without damage.
SmaringRobot Blue Painters Tape…