Whether you’re flying to visit family for the holidays or heading to a peaceful summer vacation spot, traveling with children presents some challenges. Luckily, careful planning and using convenient services like airport shuttles can make your travel days a little less hectic. You can further save time and avoid stress when you set out on your next adventure with these suggestions.

How to Travel With Children

1. Plan for Delays

When you're traveling with kids, leave earlier than you think you need to. It might take longer than expected to get your bags checked, make it through security, and take care of any last-minute needs — such as going to the bathroom or eating a snack — before you board the plane. Arriving two hours before takeoff should give you enough time.

2. Explain the Process

Kids like to understand — that’s why they ask so many questions! If they know what’s going to happen when you take the airport shuttle, walk through the metal detectors, and board the plane, they’ll feel more comfortable and the day will go smoothly.

3. Keep an Eye on Them

There are a lot of new, exciting sights in an airport, and it’s easy for your child to get distracted and wander off. Make a plan to stick together at all times; use the buddy system with older kids or form a hand-holding chain with little ones.

4. Bring Entertainment

When you’re traveling, you may have to wait a few minutes for the airport shuttle to arrive or hours to board the plane and take off. Bring something to keep their minds busy, whether it’s a coloring book, a tablet, or a card game.

5. Pack Wisely

If you need items like shampoo, diapers, or beach towels, you can probably find them at your destination. Don’t overpack and pay unnecessary baggage fees; share suitcases to save some money if possible.

Next time you travel to or from Lincoln or Omaha, NE, contact OMALiNK Airport Shuttle Charter & Town Car Service for reliable transportation. The business is locally owned and managed and has provided airport shuttles to travelers for 15 years. Their team is dedicated to providing safe and comfortable rides for their customers, and they’ll pick you up from home, work, or your hotel any time of day. Call (402) 475-5465 to schedule a pickup and drop-off, or visit them online for more information.