Long-distance travel with children

Useful tips for your family trip

Their dreams and desires are as individual as the people themselves. But what unites us is the desire to travel. Long-distance travel in particular usually creates unforgettable memories, impressions and impulses. They leave special traces in our hearts. More and more parents want to go on long-distance trips with their children to get to know the world together.

If you want to travel far away with your children, there are a few things to consider when choosing your dream vacation with a child. There are typical challenges, but you will easily master them with our tips – so your long-distance trip with the family will also be a successful experience!

1. Choose the right countries and activities for long-distance travel with children

What would you like to experience on your trip? On a long-distance trip with children, the focus is more on infrastructure, local medical care and a pleasant climate. In addition, the child’s needs vary according to age. While long-distance trips with animal observation and beach visits are particularly suitable for the smaller children, countries with more active excursions are also suitable for older children and teenagers. For our family travel program, we have selected distant countries that are very suitable for a vacation with children. Good infrastructure and good medical care are ensured here. With our partner agencies on site, you have a reliable contact person available 24 hours a day if you have any questions or need support. In this article we give you an overview of our recommendations.

2. Involve your child in the travel planning

Whether on a holiday within Europe or on long-distance trips: children are happy to be involved in the planning. Show them fascinating photos in advance, tell them about the travel destination and arouse curiosity about the long-distance destination. Perhaps you would like to introduce them to the activities and let your children express a wish when choosing them. Enjoy the anticipation together as a family!

3. Choose your flights cleverly

Book direct night flights where you and your children can sleep to get to your destination in a relaxed manner. When choosing a seat, make sure that you sit as far away from the toilets as possible, so that you remain undisturbed. You are also welcome to book your flights via long-distance travel: we will choose the best seats for you and your children!

4. Provide entertainment

Small children in particular get bored during the flight and on long journeys. That’s why you should pack some entertaining pocket or pixi books, space-saving coloring book sets and travel board games in your hand luggage for long-distance trips with children! Depending on their age, entertaining children’s apps and audio books for mobile phones or tablets are also recommended. Many children are particularly fascinated for hours by the Tiptoi books with the accompanying pen.

5. Don’t take too much luggage with you

Even if it is tempting to travel with children, you should only pack things that you really need. For small children, it is worth taking a light, compact travel buggy with you. A hiking backpack is also very suitable for family trips with children. It often facilitates on-site transport because it allows flexibility and, unlike suitcases, gives you two free hands. Your children’s backpacks can also be used to store your favorite toys and tasty snacks.

6. Book the right accommodation

When choosing your accommodation, we make sure that you and your children are in the same room. A pool invites young and old water rats to refresh and let off steam. A terrace or balcony offers you more space and a cozy retreat in the evening when your children are sleeping. Available WiFi is also a great advantage, for example to use the baby monitor app on your mobile phone.

7. Take your time

Nobody likes stress, especially not on vacation! Therefore, plan small breaks during your activities throughout the day. Long journeys with children can slow you down if you spend several days in the same place.

Would you like to save time in planning and would you like support with the organization? Then we recommend booking a round trip from our family program. We have developed these especially for families with children: All tours are tailored to the needs of families with children and can be individually adapted to personal wishes.

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