In the past the travel and hotel industry seemed to cater to honeymooners and business travelers. However with the demand for more family friendly services the industry has been changing. Hotels and travel can be fun and less stressful.

When planning to travel by air, try to use an airline that will allow you to choose the seats in advance. Most airlines do not charge for a two year old, but you may want to purchase the extra seat and take the car seat for the child to use. Make sure their car seat is is FAA approved or you will not be allowed to take it on board. Also find out if pre-boarding is offered for families with babies or small children.

Bring more diapers than you think you will need. Also take extra cloths for the children and yourself. Another item to take are zip-lock bags, lots of them. They will come in handy for soiled cloths or uneaten food.

If baby is on a bottle, take the ready-made formula or powdered formula. Formula, breast milk and juice can be brought through security if you are with a baby. If you are using powdered formula, you will have to purchase the water after passing through the security gates.

Take lots of snacks and purchase something they can drink before boarding. It might be some time before the flight attendant can bring your child a drink or snack, so have them handy. Also, if traveling with a baby, you are allowed to bring baby food in cans or jars.

Car trips may be a little easier than flying because there will be no crowds to deal with and no airport security. However, you will still need to keep them amused. Taking balls they can play with at rest stops will allow them play and give them an opportunity to stretch. Smaller children love to play with empty containers, crayons and coloring books. A DVD player can also be helpful by keeping them interested in a movie. There are many games you can play with your children during the drive that will keep them amused. Plan ahead and be prepared.

When choosing a hotel at your destination there are a few things to find out ahead of time that can help make the stay more comfortable for you and the family. If traveling with an infant or toddler, it will help to know if they have ramps for pushing strollers at the entrance. Parents will also want to know if they offer cribs and bedding.

If the children are older, you will still want to know if the room has a roll away bed. Is there a charge for the extra bedding? Also ask if children under the age of 18 stay for free.

No matter what the age of the children, a good idea is to get a room with a kitchenette. It allows you to prepare meals in room. There may not be a restaurant nearby that is child friendly or you may not want to feed your family fast food. If you have infants, you will be able to store baby food and milk in the refrigerator.

Traveling with the family can be a time for making memories. Do some research regarding your travel plans. Also, a few phone calls to hotels will help you find one that will suit you and your family.

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