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International Traveling (Long Flight) with Young Kids
Asked by Y.M. from Atlanta
on March 3, 2010
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Hi, I am from Japan and going to take my kids there this fall by myself in first time. My daughter will be almost 4 years old and my son will be 22 months old the tim...
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- Hello Y.-san! Hajime mashita! (Hope I spelled that right!) How nice to see a Japanese mom on Mamasource! I spent 6 years living in Tokyo and was just recently repatr...
- I would not buy the ticket. Im sure if there is an extra seat somewhere they will let them sit down. Also i went to a different country and it was an 18 hour flight a...
- My husband travels to Tokyo frequently and says there is hardly ever an empty seat on the plane. So I wouldn't count on lucking into an empty seat beside you. I HIGH...
International Air Travel in April - Book Tickets Now or Later?
Asked by A.H. from Dallas
on December 1, 2008
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I don't know if I should already book the flights now or if I should wait and see if the the prices will go down. Travel experts, what is your advise?
Thanks,
A.
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- Well this will sound weird but we now live out of the country, just moved mid-July, but I still check in and love Mamasource-it keeps me connected to Texas and "norma...
- I have not booked international trips personally but I do a lot of domestic tickets for hubby and our family. I prefer to work directly with the airlines...specific...
- I recommend buying now and reserving your seat. If you delay you're far more likely to end up in the back. Also, many airlines (AA I know for sure) will give you a cre...
International Travel
Asked by H.G. from Dallas
on April 20, 2007
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We are taking my son to Mexico with all the grandparents, cousins, and extended family and meeting at a condo in September, and he will be 9 months old. My son is a g...
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- Yep, definitely need a passport no matter how old they are.
- Yes, as far as I know. My son was 22 months when we went to South Africa late last year and he needed one. Mexico I'm not so sure, but more than likely yes, and I woul...
- I applied for my son's passport last month...the process time is up to three months now...unless you pay extra and can show proof of travel. The cost was around $100...
Traveling with 17 Months Old on Lap on International Trip - Advise Needed Pls!
Asked by H.H. from Portland
on September 2, 2009
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Me and My husband is going to China with our then 17-month-old son this Nov. We are going to be on two flight, one for like 3 hours and the other one for about 15 hour...
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- Most airlines won't let you use the harnesses, so check with your airline before you buy or rent!
- Dear H. I am a frequent flyer about 12 roundtrips a year to Europe and Asia for work. I like children and so I don't mind their crawling around on me and so on. I...
- First up, relax! They are actually easier at that age then say, 4 or 5. I am an Air Force wife and have been over seas for 10 years, so my boys have had many long in...
Extra for a Toddler Sitting in Lap?
Asked by C.G. from Waco
on July 20, 2009
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Okay ladies I need help on this one!!! I have been searching for information on setting up a flight from Texas up North but I notice that it does not give me an optio...
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- I have two kids - a 14 year old and a 15 month old. I have been on several plane rides with both of them and am very familiar with the requirements for traveling with...
- I think at two years of age they have to sit in their own seat for take off and landing for safety. You can bring on your car seat and attach it for his comfort. I h...
- Hi C., I understand that once your baby is 2 he has to pay a ticket and you do not have an option of lap or seat, they will charge a seat for him. Apparently is not...
Want to Plan a Family Cruise for Next Year, Don't Know Where to Start!
Asked by 3.B. from Cleveland
on September 3, 2011
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We want to start planning our vacation for next year. We'd LOVE to take a cruise. We have a teenage boy, then a 3 year old, who will be almost 4 by this vacation and a...
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- Must be the season for cruise questions! There was another one that I answered recently. You might want to do a search, there was a lot of good info on that one. ...
- Call a travel agent. Stick with an expert when THIS much money is involved.
- We looked into a cruise, but we decided against it was so expensive even with little kids. They don't really have "children's rates" instead they charge per headcount...
Should We Take Our 2-Year Old Son on a Cruise?
Asked by N.M. from Charlotte
on September 18, 2006
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Has anybody ever taken a toddler on a cruise? How did it work? Did you have to pay full fare? Do they have cribs? Did you use their babysitting service? Etc etc??...
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- ithink its a horrible idea to take a child that young on a cruise. the so called sitters they provide are complete strangers who do not have legit background checks......
- We are actually taking our 16 month with us on a cruise in December along with our 19 month nephew. We are going thru Carnival. We have several family members going ...
- N., I have been on a Cruise but not with a 2 year old.. I am would be scared about taking him. With all the stuff that has been happening on these cruise ships. But if...
How I Wish I Were a Good Cook!
Asked by M.N. from Dallas
on July 5, 2008
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I'd have to say one of my major desires in life is to be able to cook well for my family. I'm not trying to be a gourmet chef, just very basic tasty food--American and...
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- M., I think you are trying to hard and already have it set in your head that everything will turn out bad. I love to cook and I am planning on opening a resturant soo...
- I love to cook. What kinds of things are you wanting to make? Perhaps if you list some things you would like to make we can come up with some easy recipes....I cook fr...
- I see you have received many responses already. I just wanted to add that I love Angela M advice. Take it slow, and perfect one thing at a time. Also a must have in my...
Travel Info
Asked by C.N. from Dallas
on June 13, 2008
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Hello!
My name is C.. I have a wonderful Mom who would like to go to Barbados on a family vacation. She is older and has been the best Mom, very sacrificial, a...
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- Go through a travel agent; they can get you a deal when you put airlines, hotel and rental car in a package. We were amazed when we took our kids to Disney World. They...
- C., I would need a little information, but would be glad to check rates for you. I have an online travel agency, Your Ticket To The World. Would need to know when ...
- C., Go ahead and look for deals on airfare, however, any international flight is very expensive. An alternative is to take a cruise to Barbados. Would that please...
WellDisney World Insider Tips
Asked by E.B. from Washington DC
on February 28, 2012
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Leaving for Disney World in just over a week (yikes, just now realized it was that close!) and wanted to see if you all had some tips? Our kids are 5 1/2 and 3 1/2, an...
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- I also have a 5 1/2 & a 3 1/2 and you will need a stroller otherwise they just get too tired and you don't want them to fall asleep early. We went this past Sat and i...
- Yes, bring small snacks. I have a medium sized back pack that works for all our families needs. Pack paper cups to fill up at water fountains and split beverages up fo...
- AAA offers a great booklet on Disney World. It has all of the tips, hints and clues to having a successful and extraordinarily fun trip. Their theme parks are not sma...
