I’ve been getting so many DMs asking about my travel essentials for my kids and how I keep the kids entertained on long travel days, so after our family trip to Hawaii I had to share. Below are all the things that have actually been working for us lately (and honestly, thank god for screen time when all else fails).
Snacks & treats: When we’re traveling, I let all the rules go – it’s survival mode. I always bring a few treats that I know Walker will die for and pull them out when shit’s hitting the fan. I like bringing these snack packs with different options, and I also love to fill these containers with all different things. These motion-sickness lollipops are also genius.
New toys: Similar to snacks, I find it helpful to choose a few new toys for the kids whenever we travel. I usually let the kids scour Amazon and add a few things to cart (with a budget, obviously). I have most of their favorites on this list, alongside my personal travel essentials here.
Some of Capri’s favorites:
+ Pretty pink fun activity book
+ Super cute things drawing & coloring book
+ Reusable ‘Build Your Own Cupcake’ sticker book
Walker’s picks:
+ What’s Different? activity book
Screens: Honestly not sure how our parents entertained us before tablets! Both of my kids love their tablets, and we use headphones so they don’t drive everyone around us crazy. Before we travel, I have Paul download new games, shows, movies, whatever and always ask the kids to choose a few as well. You can also download books on these if your kids are younger and can’t interact yet. Don’t forget a charger in case the tablet dies because then you’re f*cked.
Travel tray: We’ve used this travel tray for road trips, which has been helpful. It seems like too much to pack for a plane, but if you’re driving, it’s nice for the kids to do art, eat, watch their show, or whatever.