How to make flying more comfortable when traveling with kids?

Written By إسماعيل قاسمي on 2016/04/10

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.

<p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr">Arabiaweather.com- Ismail Ghasmi- With the summer holidays approaching and family trips to a new destination starting to be planned, you must be dreading the daunting task of keeping your kids comfortable between cramped seats for a long time, but there are some <strong>basic steps</strong> <strong>to make flying more comfortable when you&#39;re on the go. Traveling with children.</strong></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> We rounded up tips and tricks from Paolo De Renzies, Head of Sales Middle East, Africa and Central Asia for British Airways, who flew with his three children and says that traveling with children can be stress-free.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Here are some of his suggestions:</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> - A happy plane trip starts from the Internet before booking and before you leave for the airport. Most airlines have comprehensive information about the papers required to travel with minors. You can also request special meals for children and special equipment such as baby strollers and infant beds.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Families of children often have priority when boarding a plane.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> - Learn how to deal with air pressure, as the increase in pressure in passenger planes is likely to be the main source of your child&#39;s discomfort, and it is best during ups and downs to give the child appropriate food or drink that leads to continued swallowing, and thus usually helps them adjust the resulting pressure on their ears .</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> - Always avoid foods that cause children to get angry quickly and excessively, and know that chewy snacks such as dried fruits help put pressure on their ears while at the same time reducing the rise in blood sugar that can lead to hyperactivity and tantrums.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> - While it is good to keep the baby hydrated while flying, do not overdo it as it can lead to constant going to the toilet.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Pack your favorite and familiar snacks for children to complement the meals served on the plane.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Occupy your child throughout the trip, as this is very important when he is awake, and perhaps introducing new toys when the child feels bored is very important, so trips may be a good time to buy new toys and try them out during the trip.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> - Not to mention the traditional games, today tablets and mobile phones have become an important means that occupy the child for hours thanks to cartoons, applications and games.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> - It is better not to place children in the seats on the aisle, because they will be exposed to strollers that often have sharp edges, hot water and other things.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> - Do not overpack the luggage and things that you carry in the handbag. You will need the basics such as napkins, diapers, hand sanitizers, etc., but if your child is young, you will need to carry them as well.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p>

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.


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