General documents and important utensils

There are some things you should never forget when traveling with your family. These include:

  • Identity documents for all family members

  • Cash, EC card & credit card(s)

  • Cell phone & charger

  • Camera & charger and spare batteries

  • Map or navigation device

  • Insurance cards

  • Driver's license

Baby supplies: everything for your baby's perfect comfort

For your baby's best travel comfort, these items should not be missing:

  • Diapers (including swim diapers if necessary)

  • Pacifier (several in case one gets lost)

  • Baby carrier or sling

  • Baby carriage or buggy

  • Sun protection for babies (hat, sun cream)

  • Bibs for meals

  • Baby monitor, if necessary

  • Baby food (including porridge or bottle)

  • Travel cot for safe sleep

  • First-aid kit to be prepared for everything

For on the go: What not to miss during the journey

Whether you're traveling by car, train, bus or plane, these things are important for your baby's comfort and entertainment:

  • Food & snacks for the journey

  • Radio plays and favorite music for entertainment

  • Coloring and toys, children's books

  • Pillows or neck pillows for the journey

  • Waste bags for waste disposal

  • A change of clothes for the baby

  • Change for rest stop toilets

  • Diaper bag with all the essentials

  • Emergency ration of ready-made milk or baby food

  • Cuddly toys for familiar comfort

  • Thermos flask with hot water

  • Sun visors for the child's window

  • Changing mat and wet wipes

Clothing: Well prepared for any weather

Think about the weather conditions and pack a change of clothes. For example, you need swimwear for a beach vacation and weatherproof clothing for a hiking vacation. Don't forget sports accessories such as a cycling helmet or sturdy shoes!

Miscellaneous: Everyday helpers for your vacation

Don't forget these useful things that will make your vacation even more comfortable:

  • Cosmetics & care products

  • Picnic blanket for excursions

  • Daypacks for short hikes

  • Beach towels or blankets

  • Night light or flashlight

  • Nursing pillow for cozy moments

  • Cool box for snacks or drinks

  • Fly screen, insect spray, mosquito net

  • Blackout curtains for the sleeping area

  • Umbrella for unforeseen weather conditions

  • Music box for a pleasant sleeping aid

"Baby perfect" vacation in the Kinderhotels Original Europa

Many member establishments of the Kinderhotels Original Europa have specialized in family vacations with babies. These hotels not only offer excellent baby equipment and service, but also 24-hour medical service. This allows parents to enjoy their time out while babies are well looked after in professional care. In the children's hotels in Austria, Germany, Croatia and Italy, you can expect an all-round service with all-inclusive pampering board, which makes your vacation even more enjoyable.

Conclusion: Start your family vacation well prepared

A vacation with a baby or toddler needs to be well planned - but with the right preparation, it can be a relaxing break for the whole family. A well-thought-out packing list helps to avoid unnecessary stress and ensures that nothing important is missing on the way - from your favorite cuddly toy to the first-aid kit. Kinderhotels Europa also offer ideal conditions for an all-round successful family vacation: loving baby care, comprehensive service, child-friendly facilities and offers that are good for both parents and children. This makes the first vacation with a baby not only wonderful, but unforgettable.

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