36 tips for long-haul flights with babies and children
I remember having the most blissful flight with my daughter who was on her first long-haul flight from Europe to Australia at seven months of age, only to return four weeks later with a completely different infant who was awake and ready to party! Need I say it was a very long flight! Flying with […]
How to get baby back into routine after a holiday
There’s nothing more exciting than a much-needed break away. So much prep goes into creating the perfect family holiday but then comes the often-dreaded and exhausting issue of dealing with sleep problems, during and well after the fun is over. There is no doubt that it is extremely common for sleep problems to develop either […]
Hands-on family fun at Phillip Island’s new Antarctic Journey!
Are you looking for some fun new activities to enjoy with the kids? Introducing the new ‘Antarctic Journey’ at the Nobbies Centre on Phillip Island, a joint venture between Phillip Island Nature Parks and WWF-Australia. The whole family can enjoy a virtual journey into the wonderful world of the Southern Ocean and Antarctica and engage […]
10 games to play in the car on a family road trip
Remember your own childhood family road trips? Instead of watching DVDs you watched the road go by. Instead of playing with an iPad you played games with your family – games like I Spy and Car Cricket! You listened to your dad’s music and every time you saw a Volkswagon Beetle you hit your brother […]
Family ski trip packing checklist
Ever been to the snow? It’s an awesome experience – especially for little kids. Going on a ski trip can be a lot of fun for families, especially when you live somewhere as hot as Australia. Wherever you are going – any day of the week – it is all-important that you have everything you […]
Family beach trip packing checklist
Remember when you used to head to the beach … pre-kids? You took a towel, your bathers, a hat, your sunnies and some coins for an ice-cream (all of which you’d hide in your shoes when you went for a swim). Unfortunately, post-kids, a trip to the beach is a good deal less casual. If […]
Family camping trip packing checklist
Going camping is a quintessential holiday for Australian families but it is important to make sure you have everything you need. Use our handy checklist to when you’re packing …
Ballarat is great for families!
If you’re looking for a quick and easy getaway, Ballarat is only a little more than an hour from Melbourne CBD and so full of things to do and see.
Babyhood cartoons – travelling with a baby
Travelling with a baby can be hell. We’ve all been there. Babyhood cartoonist Paul Woods takes a look at the funny side of travelling with little ones.
Always pack the red spoon – a guide to long-haul flights with toddlers
Now, after doing various flights with children of varying ages, I’m much more seasoned… here are my top tips for long-haul flights with children