Hawaii: Britax
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Britax Car Seat? Car Seat for Air Travel?
Asked by L.B. from Fort Wayne
on September 25, 2008
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Hi ladies, we are in the process of looking for a new car seat for one of our cars. I read a request and lots of responses a couple days ago about reviews of convertib...
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- L., NONE of our carseats ever fit in the airplane seats and just proved to be a HUGE hassle trying to tote around the airport. If you can get a carseat when you ar...
- Can't give you much advice on the car seat, but we flew to FL with our little one at 6 months. We checked the car seat as a piece of luggage and just held her on our l...
- I flew to Oregon with my Britax Marathon. It was big, and we had to put in in facing forward. But well worth the long flight. Did you buy a ticket for the baby? If so,...
Flying to Hawaii in a Month and Need Suggestions for Stroller Frame for Carseat
Asked by A.T. from Dallas
on August 22, 2010
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Hello Moms!
We are taking a family vacation to Hawaii in about a month for my sister in law's wedding. I'll be honest, we don't really have the money to take this ...
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- I don't know that this helps, but they make a t-strap that you can buy from amazon.com to attach your car seat to your carry-on. We have used it quite a bit and LOVE i...
- the only "official" car-seat-wheely product I know of is the GoGoKidz Travelmate, but other folks have managed to wheel their car seats through the airport easily with...
- You should check with the airlines and see if they allow you to carry on the car seat. Last time I went on a plane, they made the mother check the carseat.
At What Age Would It Be Good to Bring a Child on an International Trip?
Asked by L.M. from San Francisco
on July 29, 2009
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My in laws would like to go as a family to Italy sometime. What would be a safe/easy age to bring a child on an international vacation?
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- Hi L.- I am not sure about the travelling, but I would think when she is old enough to walk and perhaps enjoy some of it. 3-5 maybe? I am pretty sure you can travel w...
- We took our soon to visit my husband's family in Finland when he was 6 mths. We were just waiting for his second set of shots. I would think that if you're comfortab...
- We took our daughter to South East Asia when she was 1.5 years old. She did well during the long plane ride and enjoyed her time in Asia. We did worry about her gettin...
Need Advice Regarding Gate Check Options
Asked by D.M. from Dallas
on March 2, 2009
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We're going on vacation in a few days and will by flying to our destination. We need to take our son's car seat (Britax Boulevard) and stroller (Maclaren Volo). We hav...
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- I also checked my carseat as luggage once and it did not arrive at my destination. It was the next day before my car seat arrived. I had my own car at the airport, b...
- If he will be on it via gogo kids, check it at the gate and make sure that there is proper ID on it. In big letters place the flight, your id, destination etc. Also...
- This is another vote for the GATE. We flew all the way to Hawaii and back (with connecting flights) and it worked out great! SO CONVENIENT!
Help! Anyone Love Thier Stroller? How Do You Pick?
Asked by D.P. from San Francisco
on May 2, 2008
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And I thought having the baby would be the hard part! I had an easier time picking my last car than a stroller! I am pregnant and overwhelmed! I want something that wi...
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- Try the small Combi strollers (I forget the exact model name). Mine only weighs 8 lbs. and has a strap so I can throw it over my shoulder and carry it if I need to. G...
- I also got the Graco Metrolite Travel System. I like it because it is lightweight (as I am small). It folds up with one hand and does everything it needs to (like recl...
- Hello! I have the Britax Vigour and I love it! It has the Bugaboo look without the insane price. Besides being a good looking stroller it also rides great! You can use...
First Plane Ride for 6 Month Old, Advice?
Asked by J.G. from Sacramento
on February 14, 2008
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Hi, we're going on vacation next month, flying with my 6 month old daughter, and I just want to know if anyone has any advice on what to bring/not to bring, tips, etc....
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- Hi! Congradulations on the birth of your little daughter and your little grandson. My youngest uncle is only 4 months older than I am. I am sure that you are overjoye...
- we have traveled quite a bit with our baby- take the stroller to the gate for sure. the only drawback is that at security, you have to take the baby out, and put the c...
- Hi J. When traveling, try to make sure your bags are not over 50lbs a piece or you will have to pay in addishion to the weight of the bag. Each person can bring on ...
Opinions on Car Seats and Cribs
Asked by I.G. from San Francisco
on January 1, 2009
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Hi Ladies,
My family, myself, hubby, 3yr old son, 10 month old daughter will be flying to Tennessee in 3 weeks. We are renting a car and staying at a timeshare. My ...
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- Bring your own car seat! You don't have to use in on the plane if you don't want. You can check it, and they shouldn't charge you. Call your airline to confirm. Bu...
- My family went to Hawaii over the summer and we used the crib that was provided by the hotel, but I did bring my own sheets and blankets. The crib was much more comfor...
- Hi I., I have done it both ways. If you will be driving a fair amount, it might be worth bringing your own car seats. Just check them through as baggage at the airlin...
Front-facing Car Seat That Is FAA Approved for Planes
Asked by C.M. from Los Angeles
on July 25, 2008
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hi Moms,
In her first year my daughter has already ridden on several plane trips, but never in her own seat. she has just been in my lap each time. She's getting ...
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- I would contact the airline and ask whichever one you most frequently use. I just traveled with my three year old in May, and the flight attendant told me that my son ...
- Most car seats are also approved for airplanes but not all. It will say in the car seat manual or many times, directly on the car seat whether they are approved for a...
- The Britax Roundabout.
Travel to LAX with 2 Yr Old Twins and Infant-flight and Car Seat ?S
Asked by S.Y. from Portland
on August 30, 2009
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We are traveling by air to LA for the 1st time with our 2yr old twins and 8mo old infant (her age in Oct. when we travel). I talked to Alaska Air and they said we can ...
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- I have to second what Megan posted! I traveled last Oct. with a 2 1/2 yr old and a 3 month old along with my hubby of course. I opted to check their car seats, which w...
- Car seats are good because the kids are used to sitting in them, but not a necessity, especially if you have a lot of other stuff to carry around the airport. Call 24...
- Hi S., We just traveled cross country with a 3 yo and 9 month old twins, so I hope I can give you some advice that worked for us! Check the stroller and the car seat...
Air Travel with a Toddler
Asked by H.B. from Dallas
on April 9, 2008
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Hello, ladies. I am flying for the first time since I was a child, next week. I am 6 1/2 mos pregnant and I am taking along my rambuncious 2yr old. I need all the ...
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- It is a grandma here with some ideas... I would cut up from the Parade part of the newspaper or circulars or parenting/childrens magazines junk mail stickers or wh...
- My son (now 4) took his first trip at about 3 months of age. When he was 2 we went to Hawaii -- a 9 hr flight nonstop from DFW -- and he flew wonderfully. Since he's b...
- Will you 13 year old be travelling with you and your 2 1/2 year old? I hope so, because she will be a big help for you. Bring LOTS of snacks (and toys/games/portable ...
