Flying high

WE’VE all seen stressed parents at the security checkpoint, unloading babies from buggies, folding buggies the size of small excavators, with a baby in one arm and a screaming toddler at their feet. Next they are asked to open all of the pre-made baby’s bottles, then to remove their shoes and belts while still holding the children who are both screaming at this stage. Not a pretty sight but that’s the price of security these days.

Long airport delays are frustrating for any traveller, but for those with children they are a nightmare. Waiting facilities in airports are not exciting places for small children so come prepared. As a mum of two young children, it’s a lesson I’ve learnt from hard-won experience.

First and foremost, book in online — if there is one queue you can avoid these days it’s check-in. Check and double check before you leave the house that you have everybody’s passport and everyone’s check-in details to avoid a drama at baggage check-in.