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Travel Tips For Taking Long Flights With Kids

Because you know you’re worried about them crying.

by Samantha Darby

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Long flights are rough even on the best of days, but when you’re traveling with little kids? It gets tricky. You’re going to worry about them crying and stressing everyone out, but these tips can help you all survive and even enjoy the flight.

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Don’t board too early.

I know, they say those with kids can board first. But do you really want to add time to your travel by sitting on the airplane for 45 minutes while everyone else gets situated? Give it a beat and board when you know you won’t struggle.

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