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Up, up and away! Flying with young children can be stressful, but here Binky tells us how to make it that little bit easier.

At Binky, we believe holidays start with the journey, so why not make the journey as fun as possible for you, your kids and your fellow travellers? Here are some Binky tips to start your holiday on the best foot. Pack well to keep kids entertained, comforted and calm on your journey.

1. Pack light for the flight

It eases your route through the airport and ensures less stress all round. For your flight take a small toy bag, keeping all your travel toys in one place– a Binky bag is perfect for this.

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Pack a new cuddly toy, a little one like their favourite Travelling for little ones is stressful so someone to comfort them will really help. Plus, this avoids the risk of losing their favourite friend. Fred bear is an ideal travel partner, both super small and cute.

3. Pack a story book

It’s so comforting to be read to and will break up the time. It’s a great idea to choose a favourite character or holiday theme.

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Not all kids will sit and watch a film so keeping little hands busy and minds entertained is a must

A collection of new toys such as penny toys are perfect. Gift them through the journey; giving kids target points helps avoid boredom.

5. Focus on creative play, like sticker sheets

Our Poppik first sticker cards are ideal or colouring sets like these colouring pockets are fantastic. Take crayons or pencils; a marker wheedling toddler in a confined space is no one’s friend! Likewise steer clear of slime or putty.

6. If old enough, try to take a small travel game

Even Tic Tac Toe can fill an hour or so. For older kids a magnetic game compendium is a perfect travel partner.

7. Try to avoid models and puzzles; losing ‘that’ piece on a plane can spell disaster: We learned the hard way…

8. To squeak or not to squeak?

Not to squeak is the answer. Be kind to your nerves and choose quiet toys, go battery free. Enjoy a quiet moment if you can and take a minute or two for you.

Taking time for everyone on holiday is important so ensure to pack activities for when you arrive. Creative paper and art sets are great, such as this fabulous mini doll house or dinosaur set – both something to create and then to play with. Card play sets are perfect because they pack flat, save space and are light, plus they don’t have to travel home while not adding to more plastic waste. For our curious creatives, these painting sets are terrific, with no need for separate paints. For those sporty kids who can’t be too far from a ball, we’ve got your back too. This Foooty is ideal as it folds flat and can also be made into a rocket.

Beach time is the best, but be kind to the environment by taking a set with you. Our silicone sets pack away so well plus they’re plastic free. Then, if you have space, take a game everyone can play such as this skittle set – it’s fun, lightweight and perfect for the beach.

So, at a time when all parents of young kids are asking the question, ‘Too many toys or just a few?’, we at Binky say pack the right ones and you’ll have a fabulous break. Head over to Binky for some inspiration in our holiday collection.

Binky has a selection of beautiful gifts for children. Its wish is for kids to ‘binky’ when opening a gift from the online shop. For more information visit: Binkshop.co.uk

Beautifully curated gifts and toys for inquisitive and creative kids with a focus on play.

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