I guess I am going to be the bad guy. Please reconsider getting a DVD, and stock up on books, music, and tactile toys instead. There is such a wealth of evidence on the negative effects of watching DVDs, TV, etc. especially for young children. Some of the more recent studies show that children who watch electronic media before age 2 are more likely to develop attention-deficit disorders.
And from the Center on Media and Child Health, Childrens Hospital, Boston:
"Since 1999 the American Academy of Pediatrics has specifically recommended that parents avoid all screen media exposure for children under the age of 2."
"An infant's brain triples in volume in the first two years of life. In order for children's brains to develop in the best possible way, parents should focus on encouraging these ...activities:
Interacting with people - This includes activities like talking, playing, singing, and reading with parents, siblings, and other children. "
"television viewing before age two may be harmful to children’s development..."
"In other studies, the amount of television children watched at home predicted lower IQ scores and reduced language skills. "
No, I'm not anti-TV/videos for kids. I just think they start way too young and watch way too much.
So enjoy this trip with your little one- sing songs, point out things along the way, and interact with each other.