We were so grateful for the air steward’s unorthodox way of calming our screaming baby we thought it might make these plane TUI tips for flying toddlers.
You know, putting lukewarm teabags over your kiddie’s lugs to curb air pressure.
All of which meant we and the Son and Heir hit the ground running on that TUI trip.
Treat them to a new toy
And also make sure you pack some of their existing toys (ours was Lego).
It’s even worth investing in a couple of new toys if you have a longer flight.
This tip alone can help to keep your little one entertained throughout the entire flight.
Let them watch out the window
We can all remember feeling like we’re floating on a cloud.
On those first giddy flights as children.
Which is why we should treat our kids to a window seat.
And let them follow too the world map on the sensor to help your child identify where you are.
That’s entertainment
Dig your old colouring books out of the attic or garage.
While sticker books are always reliable and try theming it with your holiday.
Read them a book
Taking a flight with your child gives you a great opportunity to bond.
For the Son and Heir a memorable trip to Turkey saw him holding his place in his Harry Potter book as he walked through market.
In-flight entertainment
Not that we’re against modern technology.
Where there aren’t screens for films, you can download movies to a device they can watch.
Keep them refuelled
So let’s start at the very beginning with babies.
It’s definitely worth taking a bottle of milk for the flight or breastfeeding on take-off and landing.
The sucking motion can help to stop their ears from popping.
You can carry more than 100ml through security and the cabin crew can heat it up for you on the plane.
If your child is older, try giving them a drink or something to eat instead.
So seeing that TUI has us covered on their planes let’s jump on this sample Turkey offer with a free child place.
Deal us in
And because Turkey is the ideal destination for kids and big kids here’s what’s on the radar.
Seven nights self-catering at the Club Candan on August 21 from €1,849 (2+1), €2,439 (2+2).
