SAFETY TIPS FOR TRAVELING WITH CHILDREN

There is nothing more enjoyable than exploring new places with your loved ones. However, traveling with your family members, especially if they are children, requires you to consider other kinds of eventualities. Here are a couple of tips for keeping your family travels safe and sound.

• Before you go, make sure you and your children have all the necessary vaccines required for the destination you’re travelling to.

• If your children are old enough, get them to learn important emergency contacts and information in case something happens to you or you can’t find each other.

• Ensure your children are protected with adequate gear (hats, sunscreen, repellents, etc) when participating in outdoor activities. Bring a stock of gear from home.

• Make sure the food your kids consume during your holidays is cooked, fresh and healthy to avoid stomach bugs. Bring snacks from home as children might be fussy eaters in a new place.

• If you’re travelling with small children, pack diapers and other essentials like wet wipes that can last until you arrive at your destination. Research about your destination beforehand to check whether diapers are easily available.

• Have your kids wear contact bracelets with your phone number and other important information in case you lose sight of them.

• Bring a small stash of your usual child medicines (such as paracetamol and motion sickness remedies) from home. Do not assume you will find all that you need abroad. Also, always carry a first-aid kit.