Family holidays are exciting, but packing for children can sometimes feel like a full-time job. Between remembering passports, packing clothes, and ensuring your child has enough entertainment for the journey, it is easy to feel overwhelmed.
At Mamo & Mono, we have created the easiest holiday packing list for your children. Instead of stressing yourself unnecessarily, grab this list and watch your holiday prep worries melt away.
We hope this checklist helps save you time and helps make your holiday prep easier.
IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS:
Keep the passports in an easy-to-access place so there are no panic at the airport!
- Passport
ENTERTAINMENT:
Keeping children entertained while travelling is necessary for a peaceful journey.
- iPad or tablet (please don’t forget the charger)
- Colouring books
- Colouring pens, pencils, crayons
- Travel-sized board games
- Favourite toys
- Storybooks or comics
MEDICAL SUPPLIES:
It is always better to be prepared with children, so don’t forget any important medical supplies!
- Any prescribed medication
- Children’s paracetamol or other basic medicines
TOILETRIES:
Don’t forget toiletries to keep your children fresh and comfortable!
- Toothbrush & toothpaste
- Face cloth
- Towel
- Body cream
- Shower gel/soap
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Hair combs/brushes
- Hair sprays/creams
- Sunscreen
- Hair bonnets/nets
CLOTHES:
Even on holiday weather may vary, therefore, don’t forget to pack lots of versatile outfits!
- Underwear
- Vests
- Socks
- Pyjamas
- Dressing gown
- Tights
- Trousers & shorts
- Jumpsuits
- Jogging bottoms
- T-shirts & jumpers
- Dresses
- Smart evening clothes (for dinners or events)
ACCESSORIES:
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat or cap
OTHER ESSENTIALS:
- Comfort blanket
- Bedtime teddies/soft toys
- Swimwear
- Goggles
- Backpack
- Coat/raincoat
- Umbrella
- Extra plastic bags (for dirty clothes or wet swimwear)
- Trainers
- Flip flops
- Sandals
- Smart shoes
Thank you for reading ‘A Simple Holiday Packing List for School-Aged Children’. We hope this helps make your holiday preparation smooth and stress-free. We hope that this simple checklist will help give you the peace of mind before you jet off to make memories with your children!
Picture credit, Unsplash, Leo Rivas, Nattu Adnan
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