UPDATE: I’m happy to say paper tickets are no longer required for lap infants flying overseas! Much simpler for families flying overseas. You will still need to pay your lap child’s fee (usually 10%) to the airline, and he or she will be noted on your ticket. If you’ll be flying overseas or across international…
In Travels with Baby, I recommend playdough as a great help when traveling with highly active children who need a physical outlet for their energy while trapped in transit. But playdough can also be a great “travel toy” for many toddlers and preschoolers, regardless of their temperaments. Just keep one small ball of playdough in…
One of the nice things about arriving at New York’s JFK airport is knowing that your taxi ride into Manhattan will cost you a well-regulated flat fare of $45 (plus tolls + tax), regardless of the route your driver may choose. But as your family grows, and your numbers of people and suitcases and strollers…
If having a crib, baby swing, child safety gate, or an exersaucer at your destination could make the difference between a happy holiday or a ho-ho-horrible one, don’t chance it. Reserve the gear you need in advance with a local rental agency. While some agencies carry just the basics: portacribs or play yards, strollers, car…
Why should you check your car seat at the gate? Consider for a moment the signs of wear and tear on your well-traveled suitcase, which was built for airport baggage systems. Then take a good look at your child’s car seat. This post may contain affiliate links to help fund this independent website at no…