Vacation with Baby: What You'll Really Need
The first vacation with baby – exciting and doable!
Many new parents shy away from the first vacation with a baby. With the right preparation, it becomes a wonderful experience.
The ultimate packing list
- Essential: Diapers for 3 days, favorite cuddly toy, sun protection SPF 50+, travel pharmacy, familiar sleeping bag
- Very helpful: Baby carrier or light stroller, travel cot
- Leave at home: Mountains of toys, 20 outfits – babies need less than you think!
Best destinations with baby
Choose destinations with short travel times, mild climate, and good medical care. Perfect: Austria, Lake Garda, Mallorca, Croatia.
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Austria with childrenAustria is the number one family destination for guests from Germany, the Netherlands and Poland – lakes and mountains in summer, ski lessons and toboggan runs in winter. Short drive, safe hiking trails and hotels built around families.
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