5 top tips for flying with the kids this Christmas

Visiting friends and family during the festive period is as commonplace as Turkey on Christmas Day. For some of us, this involves flying to reach our loved ones and a whole checklist of things to remember. With the little ones in tow this task can increase tenfold. However, a stress-free flight and an enjoyable holiday can be ticked off your wish list this year with these 5 tips for flying with kids.

1. Booking your flight

Selecting the right airline to suit your family’s needs is the first step to a stress-free flight as Airfares and Regulations can vary across service providers. Free travel is sometimes offered to babies and toddlers, so be sure to do your research when choosing your airline. In some cases, children 2-years old or less are able to fly for free whilst other airlines will charge a percentage fee of an adult fare, rather than full price. Where possible, book onto a flight that fits in with your child’s bedtime, this can be a…