Read our family travel tips to ensure your next vacation with kids is nothing short of unforgettable! Every parent knows an incredible family adventure doesn’t happen overnight. Equally as important as planning your itinerary with kids is ironing out logistics on how to actually travel with children. Need to keep children occupied for the long-haul? Find family travel tips on getting them excited, prepared for the trip, and also tips on maintaining your sanity during the journey! Families traveling far distances will also rejoice at our suggestions on how to adjust to new cultures. Browse tips on how to maximize your vacation time by being ever-prepared for jetlag and other minor setbacks.

Most of all, no matter where you’re traveling, don’t forget to pack the most effective kid-friendly bug repellant! Or, if you’re flying with a baby for the first time, we’ve also got a treasure trove of tips for new parents. Find out if you should take a car seat or babywear, two important factors to consider prior to traveling. Then, discover how to handle air pressure changes, and most of all, what essentials to pack! If you’re going on a cruise with kids, our family travel tips will definitely help your process too! Learn secrets to keeping young kids well-fed and happy throughout the trip to ensure the entire family is content. No matter where you book your next family vacation, you’re guaranteed to have a smooth journey thanks to all this great advice!

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Family Road Trip Games Everyone Will Love!

It’s not an exciting vacation with kids until you play some family road trip games! To help your family overcome this hurdle, we’ve collected the best family road trip games alongside a Families Love Travel printable packet.

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13 Best Road Trip Planning Apps For Camping and RVs

What are the best road trip planning apps for camping and RVs? You’ll be surprised to discover just how many options exist! Take a look at these options we’ve gathered using contributor tips to start downloading.

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6+ Tips for Keeping Kids Entertained on a Family Trip

Keeping kids entertained on a family trip can be a full-time job! I’ve come to understand that one of the “scariest” things about traveling with kids is how to avoid meltdowns and not disturb their routines. To help you stay at ease during a future trip with your little ones, here are a few lessons I’ve learned for keeping kids entertained on a family trip!

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9 Best Bug Sprays And Lotions For Kids

Choosing the correct bug repellents for kids can make or break your summer! Who wants to be constantly swatting the bugs away while trying to play? To help you better enjoy your outdoor family adventures, we’ve rounded up a list of the 9 Best Bug Repellents For Kids!

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7 Tips For Staying Sane on Family Road Trips

Avid family travelers often dream of taking a long road trip to really immerse their children in a different culture. But how to stay sane? Next time you’re looking to plan a vacation with kids, check out our 7 Tips For Staying Sane On Family Road Trips!

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6 Best Travel Toys for Toddlers on a Road Trip

What are the best travel toys for toddlers? With help from our Facebook community, Families Love Travel shares our recommendations for the best travel toys for toddlers. Find our top 6 recommendations for little ones here!

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18 Exciting Travel Toys For Young Kids That Will Keep Them Entertained The Whole Trip

When you’re planning a family vacation, it’s important to pack travel toys that will keep your young kids entertained throughout the trip. This can help make your family vacation more exciting, especially if you choose travel toys that are new and different from what your child is used to at home. From coloring books to busy boards, we’ve divided this list into toddlers, kids between ages 3-5, and kids between ages 6-8. Stay tuned to learn more!

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Use These 10 Tips For Your Baby’s First Flight

Families Who Love To Travel contributor Meghan Oaks provides her 10 best tips for your first airplane flight with a baby in tow.

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