Travelling with a child requires preparation

Travelling with a child is not the same as digital nomadism. It is true that they do have a little something in common. You have to learn to plan far in advance. Because exploring the world is not just about you, it's also about your little one. And they have slightly different habits and abilities.

• It all starts with an examination by a doctor
• It continues with detailed journey planning
• And it brings a lot of unusual

Depending on the specific destination definitely see a paediatrician and make sure your child is healthy and ready to travel to that country. This goes double for longer stays and exotic countries.

Preparation is the basis for success

You must never underestimate the importance of travelling happily with your child. Plan everything carefully from A to Z. To name a few accommodation, transport and meals. Allow extra time for transfers. When packing, also take into account the climatic conditions of the country you are going to. See the table below for many more tips.

Subject	Information
Accommodation	Extra beds for children
Car rental	Think of more space
Medicines	Pack everything you need
Hygiene	Antibacterial wipes

If you're planning to travel with your child, don't be afraid to involve them in the actual preparation. Lots of kids are excited to have a say in the destination, location and accommodation.

What else is involved in travelling with a child?

Depending on the age of your child, prepare enough activities for each day and location in advance. You'll need to keep the children entertained, otherwise they'll turn comfortable family holidays becomes a horror movie. Nowadays, locators are no exception - they have children with them and you can be sure that you won't lose them or find them easily. It is advisable that they carry some contact information for you or other identifiers.

If you want to save some money when travelling with children, you can swap hotels for campsites and tents as part of your adventure. You don't have to use your own car, but public transport. Whatever you do, try to stay on top of things as much as possible. This is the only way to enjoy travelling with children.