Documents (per person)
- Passport with 6+ months validity
- Visa printouts if required
- Notarized consent letter if traveling without both parents
- Insurance certificates and emergency numbers card
Kids' bag essentials
- A change of clothes per child in your carry-on
- Snacks for double the flight time
- One familiar comfort object per child
- Tablet with pre-downloaded content and headphones
- Small activity bag for delays
Health & safety
- Pediatric acetaminophen and ibuprofen
- Any prescription medications, doubled
- Motion-sickness remedies
- A printed list of allergies in the local language
Logistics
- Confirm crib/highchair with accommodation in writing
- Pre-book car seats with ground transport
- Plan the first meal (do not wing it after landing)
- Note nearest pediatric clinic to your accommodation