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We are a traveling family and love it. Jeremy’s parents live in Arizona so we always try to fly out there at least once a year which means since Jude was born we have been making multiple airplane trips as a family. While we have been doing it now for close to five years I will admit it can be stressful. This year for Easter break, which is pretty much Spring Break for Jude, we are heading to the warm weather in Phoenix! Cannot wait! So how do we Survive Spring Break Travel…with kids? Here are some of my tips that should make your trip easier and stress-free!
Family Spring Break Traveling Tips
Snacks and Drinks! Look people, your flight will probably be delayed when your children decide to lose their minds. This means you need to be prepared! Thankfully, the restrictions for food and snacks are lower now at airport security, the parents thank you TSA!! I always bring a wide variety of snacks because you never know what snack you child will fancy that day and who knows how long you will need to keep those crazies happy! TSA does not allow you to bring liquid so I bring the kid’s water bottles empty and then fill them with water right after we get through security. Also, think convenience when packing snacks – the less messy and easier to eat items are the best! Examples: applesauce pouches, crackers, fruit snacks, raisins, grapes and granola bars.
Be that mom! Yes the mom that has everything; tissue, band-aids, hand sanitizer and wipes. You never know when someone is going to sneeze something terrible or fall and scrape their knee while running through the airport so why not be prepared? Band-aids and tissue can also come in handy if you are doing a lot of sight seeing on your trip. I always carry my little hand sanitizer bottle for those ‘oh my gosh, gross’ moments but when we are in an airport I am even more aware of where my hands and my family’s hands are touching.
Thankfully, I have found a great, portable canister full of PURELL® Hand Sanitizing Wipes that complement my PURELL® Advanced Hand Sanitizer and are proven to reduce the transmission of germs in households and other spaces. The airport is full of germs and sticky situations, all I can think about is protecting my family from finding a cold or virus when on vacation. To ensure that we fight those off as well as we can, we use these wipes before we eat our snacks, after we explore the kid area and after bathroom breaks! Super easy to use during the on the go times of traveling. PURELL® Hand Sanitizing Wipes are safe and effective for cleaning hands and help us keep those little hands nice a clean!
Games and activities! Traveling is hard on everyone but especially for kids. We always surprise the kiddos when we get on the plane with a new small toy or activity book. These Play Pack Grab and Go packs are amazing! I always stock up on them because they make my world easier. The crayons, paper, stickers and activity is all in one special pack! Boom!! Happy kiddos – Happy plane trip! We have also found some fun mini puzzles to do on the tray table during the flight, fun for everyone. Then we pray for a nap! Ha!
Now that you are packed and ready for travel you can also be prepared for your vacation. All of these items that we include in our travel bag help us have a great vacation and visit to our Spring Break location as well. Traveling doesn’t have to be THAT stressful when you are prepared. PURELL® Hand Sanitizing Wipes are perfect for those moments when you need to both clean and sanitize your hands – being prepared!
Think I am kidding? We have all been sick on vacation and it isn’t fun so when I read a study conducted at University of Arizona that showed a significant reduction in risk of infection with use of PURELL® Hand Sanitizing Wipes in the home at least once per day, I was sold! I knew that if that happened in a home, it would also be helpful in a busy airport!
Wipes are a convenient way to both cleanse the hands and reduce transmission of germs with one easy step. Perfect for busy moms with children who may not effectively wash their hands with soap and water or if you are like me, even after a visit to the bathroom at the airport we use a wipe too!
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What are your tips to happy travel for families this Spring Break?
Lots of snacks when traveling with kids and having ideas of where you will have the next meal so you don't end up at a restauratn with an hour wait and hungry hungry kids.
Will definitely be getting some of those wipes!!! I never leave the house without a drink and snack for my toddler; it definitely helps keep the peace!
I laughed at your 'be that mom' tip. I am definitely that mom and my grown kids plaugh at me, but they still come to me if they need something and I'm around. 🙂
These are such great tips. Being prepared is the best way to go.It's also great to know that Purell has wipes you can take with you. I love the tub and the gel
We take a lot of road trips, but the same list applies. We can't go anywhere without snacks, activities are always a good idea, too. And wipes, for all those messes.
It definitely was tough traveling when my kids were small, but now that they are teens it isn't a whole lot easier… they still need all their electronics to keep them busy, and snacks. They ALWAYS need snacks. #client
All we need for a successful trip are snacks. My kids get hangry 🙂
Planning ahead and of course having great Snacks and Activities to keep the kids entertained are great tips
I had no idea Purell made wipes now! I use the gel for my family all the time. I will have to pick some up.
I never thought about the water bottle being filled up after clearing security! I clearly need to travel more.
Lots of snacks when traveling with kids and having ideas of where you will have the next meal so you don't end up at a restauratn with an hour wait and hungry hungry kids.
These are great tips! The water bottles are so cute and the wipes are so awesome! I had no idea Purell made wipes!
Soooo many germs at the airport, on the plane, and even gas stations and rest stops. So glad they came out with the Purell wipes!
Snacks for sure. Even when traveling with a teenager snacks are a must. Plus portable chargers for electronics are always good.
Will definitely be getting some of those wipes!!! I never leave the house without a drink and snack for my toddler; it definitely helps keep the peace!
Great tips. I always have those on hand. It makes life easy at bathrooms and even some restaurants. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
Oh yes, you have to have the tissues, the sanitizer and plenty of wipes. They are essentials!
I think my best tip is to have great music in the car! The Frozen soundtrack is a sure winner for us.
I remember when my kids were little. Travel was a challenge so I had to find ways to make it fun just like you.
I laughed at your 'be that mom' tip. I am definitely that mom and my grown kids plaugh at me, but they still come to me if they need something and I'm around. 🙂
Purell is a great product! I love to use sanitizing wipes myself.
Being a big traveler myself, I can certainly understand where you are coming from. You have some really great ideas here!
I didn't realize some of the things TSA would not allow on their flights. Your ideas here are great!
These are such great tips. Being prepared is the best way to go.It's also great to know that Purell has wipes you can take with you. I love the tub and the gel
The kids and I love to travel!!! Thanks for the tips!
Snacks and activities are good. Wipes are essential.
We take a lot of road trips, but the same list applies. We can't go anywhere without snacks, activities are always a good idea, too. And wipes, for all those messes.
We'll be traveling with kids this summer. These tips will work then too!
Purrell is a must have when the kids are around. I have to have the iPad fully charged.
These are definitely all must have's! You're way braver than I am to take such long trips with little ones.
We have so many of those things in our emergency car kit. Lifesavers!
It definitely was tough traveling when my kids were small, but now that they are teens it isn't a whole lot easier… they still need all their electronics to keep them busy, and snacks. They ALWAYS need snacks. #client
Spring break is my favorite time of year! I totally LOVE that these are so portable and easy to use!