Teach Middle East Magazine Apr-Jun 2022 Issue 3 Volume 9 | Page 51

Travel intended to be worn during the trip . This is best for long flights in case of an accident , drink spillage , illness , or loss of luggage .
You would also want to consider taking many comfort items if you have much younger kids . Spending hours on a flight can become frustrating for anyone . To make your trip bearable for your little ones , you need items like a blanket , a favourite toy or a stuffed pet .
MEDICAL KIT
A medical kit is one of the most important things to bring along on your family ’ s summer getaway . While you may have booked a safe place for adventure because of your kids , accidents are still likely to happen , and they could even be during flight .
You can save your trip from chaos by bringing a small first aid kit that you can easily carry around . Your kit should contain items such as :
5 Bandages , 5 Plaster ,
5 Disinfectants , 5 Sterile water , 5 Antibiotics , 5 Anti-diarrhoea drugs e . t . c .
Depending on the condition of the area , you should also consider bringing a mosquito repellent with you on your trip .
CLEANING AGENTS
Now , you may wonder why you need to bring your cleaning agent when the hotel or Airbnb must have everything you need . While this is true , you should still consider getting certain cleaning materials or agents when travelling with a baby . This will prevent you from being stranded or cleaning your baby ’ s essentials with foreign materials . These materials include a bottle cleaning brush , wipes , and dishwashing detergent .
BEACH ESSENTIALS
No matter where you decide to spend the summer , nothing beats a trip to the beach . When going to the beach with kids , there are some essentials you should have in your bag . These essentials include :
5 Sunscreen ,
5 Sunproof outerwear like a cute kidsized sun hat ,
5 Mats , 5 Snorkels , 5 Snacks , 5 Swimwear .
If you have a baby , consider adding baby sunglasses to the list where some brands offer UVA / UVB protection .
CONCLUSION
Do remember that you are also on holiday . You should not leave yourself out of the equation as you try to make your summer vacation memorable and comfortable for your little ones . While making plans to keep your kids preoccupied during the trip , you should not hesitate to engage in some fun activities that will make your trip worthwhile !
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