We’ve been traveling with our three kids since they were only a couple weeks old. The best gift is not things, but memories! Here’s a good places to start on items that make it easier with kids, from plane toys to packing hacks.
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Packing
Toys
Once you arrive at your destination
Packing
since packing for 5 people(and sometimes are tow dogs) I’ve learned a few tricks and tips that have made it a lot easier.
we use these to pack by day or by activity.
Veken 10/8 Set Travel Packing Cubes & Bags
we love a brightly colored suitcase. our girls are at the age where they want to pack their own carry on and travel bags, and a fun print gets them even more into the adventures.
Travelers Club 5 Piece Kids' Luggage Set, Cars
after many years of traveling, we love carry ons. But this brightly colored set was our go to! perfect size for all of us and we could spot it from a mile away!
Coolife 3-Piece Lightweight Hardshell Luggage
we’ve had this for years, and maybe even over a decade. it fits all five of us when it comes to toothbrushes, toothpaste, shower needs, face wash, face cleansing routine, deodorant,…you name it! 10/10
DD D&D Wanderlust Hanging Travel Toiletry Bag
this is great for traveling aboard and airport delays.
Temdan 3-in-2 USB C Cable for Apple Watch & iPhone 16
Toys
these are my tried and true go to toys when traveling with little kids. they keep them entertained on long flights, through delays, and ever aspect of a travel day. check them out!
our favorite toy for 1yo and below! this has been a lifesaver at times. I would even recommend for a first birthday gift.
Tiyol Montessori Silicone Pull String Toy
great toy for 2yo age range, the 4 pack is great for all of our kids!
Robot Sensory Travel Toys 4Pcs for Kids
we don’t love using our tablet, unless we need to, so these are great for them to use their imagination.
Yoto Mini 2024 + Make Your Own Card - Kids Audio Player
you can add parental locks and we use this for learning games and downloaded movies!
Amazon Fire 7 Kids Tablet 7" Blue, 16GB
I love this, the girls spend a good 30 minutes drawing.
KTEBO 2 Pack 10" LCD Writing Tablet for Kids
different color combos, was a nice way to use our time when our flight was delayed.
12 Color Rainbow Colored Pencils for Kids
perfect size.
CreateOn Crayola Mini Magnetic PIP-Tiles, 24-Piece Set
sensory skills!
Dinosaur Color Sorting Sensory Toy for Toddlers
Once you arrive at your destination
I get these for my kids to use to make their own memories where we travel to. We put them their very own photo albums. It’s an amazing memory for them!
