Undoubtedly, travel is an important part of life for active, curious and energetic people. Therefore, today many young parents are not going to give up tourism even in the first years of a child's life, to introduce him to an active lifestyle from a young age. How to organize a vacation with children correctly - this article will tell you.
Preparation
At the preparatory stage of organizing a vacation, it is necessary to take into account a number of important nuances, ignoring which can not only ruin the trip, but also force you to abandon it. You need to pay attention to these points:
- if you plan to travel abroad, you will need to visit the OVIR and enter the child in the parent's passport;
- after the child is 6 years old - the law prescribes to paste his photo into the passport (it is better to do this after 4 years);
- if the baby is traveling with one of the parents, he will need the written permission of the second parent (single mothers can present an extract from the registry office that issued the birth certificate;
- for children under one year old, it is imperative to take out medical insurance (they will not be allowed to enter Europe without it at all), while providing for unforeseen expenses for treatment outside of insured events in the budget.
It is recommended to choose countries with a mild climate, close to their native ones, for such trips - most children do not tolerate acclimatization well. It can be a comfortable seaside resort, a hotel in a European country - so that the road is not long and difficult.
Safety
The main thing when traveling with a baby is to observe safety rules so that the rest does not turn into trouble. There are a few rules to remember:
- at a seaside resort, you should not let a child under 3-4 years of age into the water - there may be dangerous viruses;
- experiments with exotic dishes - only for those who are at least 10;
- on the beach, you need to put a panama hat on your child's head - to avoid sunstroke;
- everything else should also be covered with clothing - to avoid insect bites and contact with plants that may be poisonous or allergens;
- in no case should small children be left alone - they should always be in sight;
- it is important to always find out about the age restrictions of those entertainments that are chosen for the little ones.
Before traveling, you should carefully study the hotels and resorts in the country - how much they are adapted for family tourism, whether they have special devices, children's entertainment, whether it is designed for children.
Things that come in handy
In addition to the standard luggage of a little traveler - clothes, food, a first aid kit, toys - it will not be superfluous to grab a few special things on the road that can make life easier for parents on vacation and help out in an unforeseen situation. It is worth setting aside space in your suitcase for the following devices:
- a sling, or a voluminous backpack with a raincoat, in which it is convenient to carry a child;
- for the baby's mother - special nursing clothes, at least two sets;
- antibacterial wipes, cleansing gels;
- travel cloth chair;
- travel pillow that supports the head and neck of the child on the way;
- a soft blanket from home - a familiar thing soothes the baby and gives a feeling of comfort and security;
- for children from 3 years old - a player with fairy tales so that there is something to do on the way.
Also, do not forget about documents, food supplies, clean bottled water, and hygiene products. It is better to take something extra than forget what is important.
In conclusion, we can say that traveling with children is not an easy option, but it is quite acceptable if you plan everything carefully in advance, approach responsibly and without panic, and follow safety rules. In the end, you can make sure everything is going well and just relax, enjoying a holiday free from worry about family members abandoned to grandmothers or nannies.
