Travel Packing Planner:
In addition to your ordinary packing, use this as a reference of last-minute,
sometimes, forgotten items.
While the idea is not to weigh down your luggage or take an extra carry-on,
do keep in mind that if you pack one bag or an area of one bag with your "emergency
stash", it will make unpacking a little easier! This reminder packing
list suggests products for families with children. Consider your destination,
the weather, the time you will be away from home and if you can purchase any
of these products at your destination.
Infants- traveling at age 4 months- 1 year
car seat (with shell)
digital thermometer
sun repellant clothing and hat (it is not recommended to put sun replellant
on a child less than 1 year old)
pediatrician phone number and after hours contact information
disposable bottles and formula
stroller accessory: baby shade and rain protector cover
antibacterial wipes
swimming aids
stain wipes
inflatable bath tub
car seat with base
travel swing
travel bouncy seat
teething gel
baby wash
medicine bag
diaper changing pad for public restrooms
laundry soap (Purex makes detergent tablets)
bottled water
bottle warmer (plug-in) for hotel stays and/or (car plug-in for outings)
one extra day of diapers
extra baby blankets
cold weather lined stroller bag (if needed)
lightweight or heavy weight stroller blanket (weather dependent)
Toddlers- traveling 1-2 years
car seat or booster seat (depending on the child)
backpack instead of a diaper bag
disposable utensils and cups
insect repellant (not DEET) * it is not recommended to use insect repellant
on children under age 2. Instead, consider insect repellant coils if your hotel
room has a balcony.
water shoes
travel toys- for ideas, visit: www.toytips.com
antibacterial wipes
travel booster seat
swimming aids
tear-free shampoo
disposable shopping cart liners
toothbrush and child toothpaste
bandages
medicine bag
if potty training: disposable potty seat toppers, piddle pads for the car seat
and extra supplies
snacks
Preschoolers -traveling 3-5 years
antibacterial wipes or ointment
swimming aids
sunscreen
car booster seat
School Age- traveling 5-12 years
walkie talkies to communicate with mom and dad, if they are old enough to be
alone
camera to make a vacation scrapbook
underwater camera
sunscreen
snacks for hungry kids
*homework, if required
Expectant Moms:
digital thermometer
OB/GYN phone number and after hours contact information
pregnancy journal (if you are keeping one)
comfortable shoes
body oil or cream
bottled water
snacks
Consider this checklist for family vacation destinations:
What kind of activities are there for kids to do. Check by ages.
Are there special child-friendly restauratns in the area or hotel menus with
choices your child likes.
How far is your destination from the local airport?
If traveling by car, is your car in good shape, are the tires filled?
Are there shuttles to/from your hotel?
How far will you be from historic or recreation sites?
If staying in a hotel, are there special units, rooms or decor for families?
Is there a refrigerator in your hotel room for snacks and cold milk for kids?
Are there any special amenities for families or children?
Is there at least one dining facility on-site?
Does the hotel provide a safe crib- ask for the brand name and then check recalls.gov
to check current recalls before you leave
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