Comments on: The reality of traveling with a toddler, is it worth it?

By: Claire at Tin Box Traveller

Claire at Tin Box Traveller — Wed, 13 Sep 2017 11:58:58 +0000

I totally agree that if you want to travel when your kids are young you should do it! There’s not enough time to see the world as it is! Trying to stick to a routine has really helped us too, as has slowing things down and only trying to achieve one things each day. Great article! Thanks for sharing it with #MondayEscapes

By: Lisa

Lisa — Mon, 07 Aug 2017 06:18:44 +0000

In reply to Cath – B.

I couldn’t agree more, no need to put your life on hold for a child. They’re more happy when their parents are happy anyway, I believe. Time difference can be a bit of a challenge. We always tried to find a long stopover about half way so we could adjust gradually, but that won’t work for long crossings. Make sure you’re well rested before the trip, so you can handle a few sleepless nights while you transition to a new routine! Happy & safe travels!

By: Lisa

Lisa — Mon, 07 Aug 2017 06:11:47 +0000

In reply to Ariana. Thanks Ariana! In hindsight I should have slept wayyyy more when I had the chance ;-)

By: Lisa

Lisa — Mon, 07 Aug 2017 06:08:26 +0000

In reply to TraveLynn Family – Jenny.

Yes, exactly! We did a 2-week city trip to Vienna, Prague and Berlin last year and even though our little one stopped napping well before that, he started doing naps in the stroller or carrier again. He loves the new impressions, but it can be tiring too. And although at home I prefer for him to be in bed in time so I have a bit of evening left to work, it’s nice if he can stay up a bit later when we travel and isn’t grumpy for dinner 😉

By: Lisa

Lisa — Mon, 07 Aug 2017 05:54:49 +0000

In reply to Baby Loves Travel. Yes, it's amazing to have so much quality time together as a family!

By: Lisa

Lisa — Mon, 07 Aug 2017 05:52:27 +0000

In reply to Corey with fifi + hop. Thanks for the comment Corey! We do a lot of short trips with our son now, even just day trips and it's great fun for all three of us.

By: Cath - B

Cath - B — Sun, 06 Aug 2017 10:18:14 +0000

Great advice. We decided before our son was born that we would continue to travel and do holidays that we wanted even with him in tow. Why put your lives on hold just because you have a child. It not only strengths your family bond but broadens their horizons too. We too adjusted our travels to fit around our son which makes travelling for us quite easy. Naps and bedtime were kept as close to home time as possible and he adapts quite quickly. Although we are a bit apprehensive about a 9-hour time difference when we head to the Pacific North West later this month with our 3 year old. But we’ll adapt as best we can! #fearlessfamtrav

By: Ariana

Ariana — Sat, 05 Aug 2017 13:34:45 +0000

Excellent post, well written and comprehensive. We always have tried hard to keep to the routine of a midday sleep. We found that often we would all sleep, not just the toddler… Coming from #fearlessfamtrav

By: TraveLynn Family - Jenny

TraveLynn Family - Jenny — Sat, 05 Aug 2017 01:18:58 +0000

Great post and couldn’t agree more. We still adhere to the routine with our 2yo and 3yo and like to head back to the room for naps. They seem to need the longer nap (including our 3yo!) when travelling and also means we can stay up a bit later in the evenings. #fearlessfamtrav

By: Baby Loves Travel

Baby Loves Travel — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 16:52:57 +0000

I think this type of long term travel with little ones is a great idea. You get to spend so much more time together as a family than you would do at home. #fearlessfamtrav

By: Corey with fifi + hop

Corey with fifi + hop — Tue, 01 Aug 2017 21:36:19 +0000

I totally agree that not only should you travel for the kids, but for yourselves too. You only live once. We didn’t do the kind of long-term traveling you’ve done when our kids were babies, but we still went on the trips we did prior to having kids. And like you, nap time was always in the crib! We all need that break. #fearlessfamtrav

By: Wandermust Mummy

Wandermust Mummy — Tue, 01 Aug 2017 19:50:45 +0000

I agree with you so much about how worthwhile family travel is

#fearlessfamtrav