Ultimate Summer Local and International Travel Guide for Moms and Kiddos Must-Have Items

Summer is the ideal season for moms and kids to set off on exciting adventures, whether exploring local attractions or venturing further afield. To make the most of these experiences, having the right essentials on hand is crucial. This ultimate guide covers must-have items for local and domestic travel, ensuring that every trip is smooth, enjoyable, and memorable. From packing tips to essential gear, discover everything you need to create unforgettable summer moments with your little ones. Get ready to travel with confidence and have the best summer ever!

TUPLUS Time Capsule Standard Carry-On Suitcase, Blue Ocean

My son, Shaka loves his Tuplus Time Capsule carry-on he's turning three years old soon and he has outgrown his baby bags now, he has his new travel suitcase. He has traveled domestically and internationally from Atlanta, Georgia, Jamaica, Portugal, and Marrakech. It comes with ocean stickers and ocean-themed design lining. The Tuplus Time Capsule Standard Carry-on Suitcase is perfect for young travelers who love a pop of color, easily gliding  360° spinner wheels and whimsical ocean print.  It is made from environmentally friendly materials, for example, recyclable plastic and antibacterial linings. The rounded corner design for extra resiliency and the central wide handle feature a one-click pop-up design offering two adjustable heights. The inner lining is detachable and washable, TSA-approved combination lock with a press-to-unlock design. The ocean-themed printed design on the interior adds a touch of coastal charm to my son's travel adventures.  It comes with Tuplus's ocean tote bag and a luggage cover as well. It is helpful to have a cover to preserve the quality of the carry-on while traveling and use the Tuplus ocean-printed tote bag for traveling, running errands, or a beach day trip.

Wallaroo Hat Company | Kristy fedora hat

Wallaroo Hats Company beautifully designed hats that protect your skin from harsh sunlight with UPF 50+ fabric which blocks 97.5% of ultraviolet rays, according to the Australian Radiation Protection Agency. The Wallaroo Kristy Fedora Hat has a classic leather belt and structured brim. These hats come in different styles for any lifestyle or well-traveled women, kids, and men. It is made of a 3" brim, so it is packable, the measurements are 58cm, the inner drawstring adjusts fit, 100% polypropylene exclusive of trim, perfectly ready for spot cleaning.

Bellabu Bear Paw Patrol Shirt and underwear set, IF Movie shirt and Comic Hero Pajamas

Bellabu Bear is a cool and creative eco-friendly brand dedicated to producing organically grown bamboo clothing. It was created by a mom, Tamara Kaakani who was on the search for quality over quantity in children's wear. In addition, Bellabu Bear clothing is Oeko-Tex Certified and is free of chemicals. It is her mission to dress every child in a pajama that is safer and more comfortable for bedtime. The soft bamboo fabric comes only from the most reliable source grown organically without the use of pesticides. The fabric is then certified by Oeko-Tex and Eco-Cert to guarantee that our sleepers are safe for infants. My son loves his Bellabu Bear's Paw Patrol Wrecking Ball shirt and Paw Patrol underwear set and the new IF Movie Bamboo Blend Kids T-Shirt movie tee and Comic Hero Bamboo Kids Pajamas. By seeing my son smiling and happy while wearing his Bellabu bear clothing, I can see he enjoys wearing his shirts, underwear, and pajamas due to their amazing quality and soft fabrics built with my kid's favorite characters.

Aquaphor Healing ointment and lip repair balm

Aquaphor is my go-to for all things skin-related for my son because regular baby lotions never worked for his skin. I like to mix Aquaphor with a natural cocoa butter to moisturize his skin. Aquaphor is a skin-protectant ointment with Panthenol and Glycerin to moisturize, nourish, and protect the skin to enhance healing. For baby’s dry, chapped skin and teething and drool rash, protects skin from the drying effects of wind and cold weather, preservative and fragrance-free. It comes in different sizes which are ideal sizes for the whole family. 

Crazy AARON'S Thinking Putty | Enchanting Unicorn

For the road, this Enchanting Unicorn Thinking Putty® is a fun item to play with my son. It charms with a rainbow of neon confetti, shines with golden glitter, and glows a pretty pink in the dark. Crazy Aaron's Thinking Putty® builds hand and finger strength through a tactile play experience unique and works with his sensory skills. Crazy Aaron's Thinking Putty® is non-toxic and won't leave a sticky or slippery residue on my son's fingers, so it's wonderful for stretching, tearing, and playing with my son in between travels.

EEBOO Solar System sketchbook and Jumbo double-sided color pencils

My son loves the Eebo Solar System Sketchbook and his Eeboo double-sided jumbo neon bright-colored pencils. This high-quality sketchbook has 60 matte pages and a durable spiral binding. He can easily grab the jumbo color double-sided pencils to draw with 6 metallic colors and 6 fluorescent colors to add shimmer to the white paper. Art is my son's favorite pastime, so he likes to grab his Eeboo's sketchbook and jumbo color double-sided pencils to scribble and practice making shapes and lines.

Melii BABY 6-piece Animal Ice Pops, Baby Shark Silicone Animal Bowls with Lid and Utensils, Double-Walled Bear Cup and Dinosaur Silicone

My son loves Melii baby products they are so fun and playful, during our travels I always bring their flatware and mealtime containers and bowls because it is easily packable. The Melii Baby 6-piece Animal Ice Pops with Trays molds are made of food-grade silicone (so they’re clean, safe, and non-toxic), and each pop holds about 1 fluid ounce or 30ml. The Melii Baby Shark Silicone Animal Bowls with Lid and Utensils are so durable and my son loves the design of the shark, which makes it fun to use during lunch and dinner time. My toddler drinks his apple juice or water from Double-Walled Bear Cup is easy to hold in my toddler's small hands. My toddler loves dinosaurs, so the Melii Baby's Dinosaur Silicone suction plate is his favorite to eat his snacks and fruits. He made a 'Rawrrr' sound when he saw the dinosaur-shaped plate.  All the Melii baby products are BPA, lead, cadmium, PVC free, and 100% food safe.

KinderMed® Kids' Allergy and KinderMed® Kids’ Cough & Congestion

KinderMed Kids’ Cough & Congestion and Kid's Allergy medicine is a lifesaver in the summertime. Surprisingly in the summer, my son gets a lot of colds and allergies, and his nose gets congested by pollen this medicine helps thin & loosen mucus and temporarily relieves cough and congestion in children. The flavor is very fruity and disguises the medicine taste, my son seems happy to drink it to help relieve his allergies. It's full of natural ingredients organic berry flavor, and it's Non-GMO Project Verified, vegan, gluten-free, kosher, and free from the top 9 major food allergens. The KinderFarms partners give back 1% of the Planet to support the well-being of families worldwide. KinderFarms, the kinder “farmaceutical” company, was founded by parents, Jessica Biel and Jeremy Adams when they couldn’t find health-based products that were both effective and fit with their values then they decided to create their own.