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Travelling to, and flying from, Manchester Airport can be a big worry for parents when they are taking their young children, toddler and babies. This guide helps take away some of that worry by answering common queries and giving valuable help and advice. |
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Travelling with young children, babies and toddlers ... |
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Flying on a plane with young children, toddlers and babies can be quite stressful. And it's not just the flying - have you packed everything in your hand luggage that they, and you, will need? That's why we've put together this useful guide to help you get through and be able to enjoy your holiday.
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Seat Allocation for young children ... |
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Check with your airline what their policy is regarding seating for young children, toddlers and babies. By checking in advance you are prepared and forewarned.
Commonly, airlines offer their bulkhead seats - at the front of each cabin section - to families with small children. It may be that this seating needs to be pre-booked so do check with your airline. Others operate a first come, first served basis so it does you well to arrive at the airport in good time. |
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Check-in with young children ... |
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Another important rule of thumb when travelling with infants or toddlers is to ensure you leave yourself plenty of time to get to the airport and check in allowing for any last minute nappy changes or demands from your toddler.
Try to prevent yourself from getting into a panic. This will help to influence the mood of your child, putting everyone at ease.
To help you get to the airport in time, make sure you plan exactly what time you need to leave your house to get to the airport and aim to be ready at least half an hour to an hour before.
Ensure you have checked out your route to the airport so that you don’t get lost, and try to find out if there could be any road works or delays that you would need to take into account.
To find out more about getting to the airport click here |
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Stress-free flying with children ... |
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So you don't have to unload your family - plus all that baggage - straight out of the car and then onto a bus, only to have to unload it off the bus again, pre-book your airport parking.
Alternatively, for the very ultimate in convenience, and therefore stress-free, book you and your family a
meet and greet parking service so you don't have to cope with getting your family on and off buses - particularly good if you are travelling very early morning when everyone is tired, or in the middle of the night when it is dark.
It really is the easiest way of getting swiftly to check-in when arriving by car. Simply drive up to the airport terminal, meet your meet and greet rep. Your luggage is unloaded, you go straight to check-in. Your car is taken to a secure car park for the duration of your holiday. Then, when you return back to Manchester Airport, you walk out of the terminal building and your car is there, ready and waiting for you.
It might be that the plane you are travelling on is not full. Ask. If it's not full then see if you can have seating near some empty seats. These empty seats will come in handy when your children want to stretch out and go to sleep.
Once you have arrived at the boarding gate don't make yourself too comfortable - be ready to board as soon as you are called. When travelling with young children you are normally called for first. This way the cabin crew can spend a bit more time helping you and your family get seated.
Needless to say, the most important thing when travelling with small children is to be prepared and organised. Do as much as you can in advance. Arrive to the airport in good time. By doing these simple things you should arrive safely and stress-free! |
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Information - baby milk, water, nappies ... |
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Buying baby milk, water and nappies
If you are holidaying with your family, and that includes young children or babies then take a few moments to read this section of the site on how you can buy your essential baby foods, milk, nappies and safe drinking water. Always, to be on the safe side, pack a selection of nappies and wipes in your cases. But what's really important is including a box of formula milk and if you can, pack a carton or two of the instant milk. This way you can arrive at your destination and not have to worry about finding a shop - that's open - that sells the baby essentials you need.
Drinking Water For Babies
You need to give your baby bottled water when abroad - not from the tap.
When buying bottled water you need to find one that contains less than 30 Na of sodium. If you’re travelling to Spain many of their pharmacies sell specially distilled water for babies which you might want to consider buying.
Baby Milk
Formula milk for babies is readily available in most of Europe but you need to go to a pharmacy to buy it. The familiar brands we're used to in the UK carry a different name, Cow & Gate in Spain for instance is called Almiron. For more unofficial information about buying your particular brand of milk overseas you should call the telephone advice line on the pack of your milk packet.
Baby Foods
You'll find it easy to buy jarred baby food. Hero is a common baby food brand in Spain and across Europe. Hipp is also readily available and so too are products from Nestle. Local supermarkets, although if you are somewhere remote then try a larger main supermarket, should all stock a good selection of baby foods and snacks. As will most pharmacies.
Buying Nappies
Nappies are easy to find. Just try your local supermarket where both main brands such as Huggies and Pampers are available. Do note thought, that most European Countries don't use cotton nappies so should you normally use re-useable nappies then you may need to consider using disposables whilst you are away. |
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