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Expect to be busy as you entertain your child(ren) on a plane journey.

They will find all the new sounds and sensations interesting, all the new people fascinating - for about 10 minutes! After that, it's over to you!

TIP:
The main form of entertainment suitable for babies and toddlers on a long haul flight is YOU!

Make your preparations well in advance and follow the tips below.

  • Prepare to be self sufficient - don't expect airline kid's packs to contain enough entertainment for a busy toddler on a long haul flight

  • Get older children to carry their own special tote with basic entertainment contents - stickers, colouring book, reading books, cassette tapes, dolls or cars etc. KidsTravelHappy.com sell a great travel toy tote that's good for this and also fits neatly under the seat in front for take-off and landing!

  • Take some old favourites and some new surprises

  • Hide away a couple of favourite toys a week or two before the trip - 're-find' them on the plane!

  • Wrap old and new toys as parcels to add to their entertainment value

  • Take a small photo album with pictures of the relatives and friends you plan to visit. That way your toddler will be familiar with their faces and names before you arrive.

  • Think about resources for the return trip as well as the outward one

  • Don't pack noisy toys or games - you want your neighbours to love your kids

  • Do pack a favourite cuddly in an easily accessible place

  • Put a balloon in your pocket for inflation in transit lounges - pop it before you re-board

  • Don't expect to have a break until you land - you are the entertainment...

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