6 Things You Should Do If Your Family Travels A Lot

If you are one of those families who seems to spend more time in an airport lounge than your own living room at home, then there are a few things you might want to do to make your life living out of a suitcase as safe, comfortable, and enjoyable as possible…

1. Get Global Medical Insurance 

If you spend a lot of your time as a family traveling, then it will probably be worth getting global medical insurance that will cover you all no matter where in the world you might be at any given moment. This is really important because kids have a knack of getting hurt whether they’re flailing over ancient cobblestones or benign bit by mosquitos, so knowing they can be treated, and that treatment will be paid for by your insurer, is great for your peae of mind.

2. Pack for All Four Seasons—Every Trip

The weather is unpredictable, and so are your kids’ fashion choices. If you thought packing for one climate was tricky, try multiple. You might find yourself heading from snowy Switzerland to the sunny beaches of Thailand in a single trip. So yes, you need the flip-flops and the snow boots, but more importantly, don’t forget a good sense of humor—you're going to need it when you're lugging around 50 pounds of "just in case" items.

3. Embrace the Art of Traveling Light (Ha! Just Kidding)

You’d think traveling often would make you a minimalist. Nope! With a family, you become the human embodiment of “pack everything and the kitchen sink.” Snacks, chargers, toys, an entire pharmacy of medications—because someone will have a runny nose at 30,000 feet. The trick? Convincing yourself it’s a workout routine.

4. Have a Go-To Travel Snack Stash

The golden rule of traveling with kids? Never—ever—let them get hangry. A well-stocked snack bag is the real MVP of any trip. We're talking protein bars, fruit snacks, crackers, and whatever else will keep the peace until the next meal. Bonus tip: Keep your stash away from your partner, or they might steal it for a "quick snack," leaving the kids to wage war over the last granola bar mid-flight.

5. Develop a Secret Language

Let’s be real, sometimes you just need to communicate covertly—especially when dealing with questionable dining options, negotiating with persistent vendors, or trying to escape yet another museum. Having a secret family code can save you from many a tricky situation. A simple "Plan C" might mean it’s time to bail, while "Operation Snack Attack" could be the cue for a swift exit to the nearest café.

6. Keep Your Cool (Or at Least Pretend To)

No matter how much planning goes into a trip, things will go wrong. Missed flights, lost luggage, meltdowns—you name it. The secret? Channel your inner zen master and accept that travel chaos is inevitable. And when all else fails, there’s always wine.

Here’s to family travel that is fun, safe healthy, and most importantly of all, a great way to bond!