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How to Survive Plane Trips With Small Kids
Practical instructions on snacks, strollers, what to bring on the plane, etc.
Rules for Carry-on Luggage
Get the scoop on the "limited liquid" rules, and what you can carry on the plane: remember, "liquid" includes lotions, gels, salsas, honey, too! On the plus side, exceptions are made for baby formula and baby food.
Air Travel With an Infant
About.com's Guide for Air Travel takes you from the planning stages (- passport, insurance, booking a seat), to At The Airport, On the Plane, use of strollers, and more.
CARES Airplane Seat Harness
Instead of lugging a car-seat on the plane, use this light-weight seat harness to secure your child in the regular airplane seat. For kids who weigh betwee 22 and 44 pounds.
Fear of Flying
Lots of people are afraid to fly, and some of them are kids-- here's advice.
Health Concerns: Dehydration
Planes are very dehydrating, especially for babies. Read tips for easing dehydration.
Stuck at the Airport?
Expedia has details about how to pass time at many major airports: kids' play areas, how to go into town, etc.
Summer Air Travel Tips
Air travel in summer can get nightmarish, with crowded airports and overbooked flights plus summer storms; read survival tips.
Air Travel Tips for the Holiday Season
Tips to reduce the stress of flying during this peak period.
More about Family Air Travel
Including kids flying alone, pregnancy and flying, and air travel for family emergencies.
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