Home Traveling with Kids The Ultimate Packing List for Any Family Vacation by Kate LowethJuly 28, 2022 istock Search more like this kid sizedbaby monitorscar seatschild prooffamily vacationpack n playtraveling with kidsbaby carriersbaby foodear paingrade schoolkid friendlynursing coverphysical strength Advertisement Trending Now Entertainment & Movies Netflix Finally Releases Trailer for Netflix Addams Family Spinoff ‘Wednesday’ News News Anchor Parents ‘Report’ on Their Baby’s Day in Viral TikTok Viral & Trending Texas School District Removes Anne Frank Adaptation from Shelves Recalls 2 Million MamaRoo & RockaRoo Baby Swings Recalled after Infant Death Viral & Trending Scotland Becomes the 1st Country to Make Period Products Free Advertisement If you are like so many other families, you are getting ready to hit the road or head to the skies in the next few months for a family vacation. Packing is one of the chores that pretty much nobody likes but we’re here to make this one thing easier for you. Traveling with a baby? You’ll definitely want a change of clothes for them and a change of clothes for you. Got a toddler along for the ride? It’s all about the snacks. Parents of teens and tweens: their packing list pretty much includes just a device and headphones.Our team of editors has loads of experience traveling with kids of all ages and this is what we recommend you bring along to make your family trip more of a vacation for everyone involved. Just take a screengrab of the lists that fit your kids’ ages and get packing! Packing List for Travel with a BabyIt’s our experience that kids this age don’t need a bunch of toys to keep them occupied on an airplane. Really it’s all about making them as comfortable as possible so that they (fingers crossed!) sleep for as much of the flight as possible. If you need things to keep them busy, plastic cups from the flight attendant will do in a pinch.istockIn your carry-on: an extra outfit for baby and parents (in a Ziploc bag to store the dirties) diapers (more than you think you need), diaper cream, wipes, changing pad more Ziplocs for dirty diaper storage sanitizing wipes feeding supplies like bibs, bottles, formula (more than you think you need), nursing cover/pillow snacks (with a snack catcher) and squeeze pouches of baby food pacifier with clip (bring extra pacifiers!) hand sanitizer soft books/new toys (bring an extra pacifier clip to attach these to baby or the tray) lovey water bottles to fill once you’ve passed security In your suitcase: pjs/sleep sack, daytime outfits, socks, shoes/sandals swimsuit, swim diapers, sunscreen, sun hat sound machine (or use an app) infant acetaminophen/ibuprofen and thermometer diapers/wipes snacks/food paper blackout curtains (because sleep is KEY) baby monitor Other gear to bring (if you have the room):baby car seat stroller (with stroller bag if flying) baby carrier pop-up sunshade if going to the beach pack n’ play with sheet if your destination doesn’t have a crib Packing List for Travel with a ToddlerFlying with kids this age takes both mental fortitude and physical strength (as you might feel like you are wrestling a carp trying to get them to stay in their seat). We feel like the key to traveling with kids this age is snacks. Lots of snacks. Snag one of those weekly pill containers (aka a “snackle box”) and fill each slot up with something your toddler will love. These are kid-proof and you only open one section at a time so you can minimize spills.istockIn your carry-on: an extra outfit for toddler and parents (in a Ziploc bag to store the dirties) diapers (more than you think you need), diaper cream, wipes, changing pad more Ziplocs for dirty diaper storage sanitizing wipes snacks in a kid-proof container lovey new toys/books a device with kid shows on it plus kid-sized headphones lollipop for takeoff and landing to relieve ear pain water bottles to fill once you’ve passed security easy “craft” projects like water wow and window clings In your suitcase: pjs, daytime outfits, socks, shoes/sandals swimsuit, swim diapers, sunscreen, sun hat sound machine (or use an app) children’s acetaminophen/ibuprofen/benadryl and thermometer diapers/wipes snacks/food paper blackout curtains (because sleep is KEY) baby monitor Other gear to bring (if you have the room):car seat stroller (with stroller bag if flying) new toys/beach toys pop-up sunshade if going to the beach tiny potty or toddler toilet seat pack n’ play with sheet if your destination doesn’t have a crib Packing List for Travel with a PreschoolerCongratulations! You’ve finally reached the stage where your little traveler can be entertained with new toys, electronics, and craft projects. It’s a whole new world. istockIn your carry-on: snacks in a “snackle box“ water bottle to fill past security Kindle Fire tablet or other kid-friendly device to download and watch movies kid-sized headphones extra battery and cord for charging devices new toys like these small toys that are perfect for the plane craft projects like water wow and sticker-by-number books In your suitcase: pjs, daytime outfits, socks, shoes/sandals, hoodie/sweatshirt children’s acetaminophen/ibuprofen/Benadryl and thermometer paper blackout curtains (because sleep is KEY) sound machine (or use an app) Packing List for Travel with a Grade School KidFor this age, it’s all about getting kids to carry their own stuff. Talk about a dream! Get them a backpack that’s comfortable for them. We love bringing an e-reader along so kids can cruise through books at their own pace.istockIn your carry-on: snacks in a “snackle box“ water bottle to fill past security Kindle Paperwhite Kids or other device for reading books and watching movies kid-sized headphones In your suitcase: pjs, daytime outfits, socks, shoes/sandals, hoodie/sweatshirt children’s acetaminophen/ibuprofen/Benadryl and thermometer paper blackout curtains (because sleep is KEY) sound machine (or use an app) Packing List for Travel with a Tween/TeenYour older kids are pretty much experienced travelers by now. They have their own suitcase that they take care of themselves (yes, all the parents of littles are jealous). The packing list of this age is pretty easy: a device and snacks. We like to let our tweens and teens pack their own suitcases with a provided list and pick out their own snacks to bring along. That way you aren’t stuck on vacation with outfits they won’t wear.istockIn your carry-on: snacks water bottle to fill past security phone or electronic device to watch movies/play games headphones or earbuds (we like these less-expensive noise-canceling ones) extra battery and cord for charging devices In your suitcase: pjs, daytime outfits, socks, shoes/sandals, hoodie/sweatshirt acetaminophen/ibuprofen/Benadryl and thermometer RELATED STORIESOur Editors’ Top Tips to Make Traveling by Air a Little Easier This Summer28 Genius Air Travel Hacks Every Parent Needs to Know21 Small Toys to Bring on the Airplane (for Under $10)Amazing Packing and Travel Hacks for Your Next TripThe Best Carry-On Suitcases & Luggage for Parents If you buy something from the links in this article, we may earn affiliate commission or compensation. 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