Essential Christmas Packing List & Travel Tips for Families with Small Children
- Pink Diamond
- Oct 17
- 3 min read
🎄 The Ultimate Christmas Packing List & Travel Tips for Families with Small Children
Travelling with little ones at Christmas is full of excitement — twinkling lights, festive music, and quality family time. But between packing, planning, and keeping everyone happy on the go, it can also feel a little overwhelming.
At Little Essentials Hire, we’re here to make your festive travels easier. Whether you’re visiting family, staying in a holiday rental, or heading abroad, hiring baby and toddler essentials saves space, reduces stress, and helps you travel lighter this Christmas.
🧳 What to Pack (and What to Hire!)
👶 Baby & Toddler Travel Essentials
Here’s what to bring along — and what you can hire from Little Essentials Hire when you arrive:
Bring With You
Nappies, wipes &
comfort items
Favourite toys or blanket
Snacks, bottles & bibs
A change of clothes in hand luggage
Small travel bag of essentials
Hire
High chair
Car seat
Pram or stroller
Small travel bag of essentials
Baby bath
💡 Tip: Hiring bulky items means more room in your car — and less hassle at airport check-in.
🧣 Cosy Christmas Clothing
Pack plenty of warm, layered clothing for those chilly festive mornings:
Coats, hats, scarves, and gloves
Christmas pyjamas and jumpers for family photos
Waterproof boots for outdoor adventures
Keep a small laundry bag handy so you can wash and re-wear clothes instead of overpacking.
🎁 Festive Touches for the Trip
Make your Christmas away from home magical:
Small stockings and travel-sized decorations
A few wrapped gifts for Christmas morning
Storybooks and travel-friendly games for downtime
Little touches like these help children feel festive, even when you’re away from home.
✈️ Family Travel Tips for a Smooth Christmas Journey
1.
Travel Around Nap Times
If possible, plan journeys when your child is likely to nap. It can make the trip calmer for everyone.
2.
Keep a “Just in Case” Bag Handy
Pack nappies, wipes, snacks, a change of clothes, and small toys where you can reach them easily.
3.
Hire Local Equipment
Instead of struggling with bulky gear, hire your baby essentials through Little Essentials Hire. We deliver directly to your accommodation, so everything’s ready when you arrive.
4.
Stick to Familiar Routines
Bring comfort items and try to keep to regular meal or nap times — it helps little ones settle more easily in a new place.
5.
Download Entertainment in Advance
Wi-Fi can be unreliable on the go. Pre-load your child’s favourite shows, music, or stories before travelling.
6.
Stay Flexible and Festive
Delays happen. Keep a sense of humour and remember — the journey is part of the adventure.
🎄 Travel Light, Stress Less with Little Essentials Hire
Make your Christmas trip truly carefree with Little Essentials Hire — the convenient way to travel with babies and toddlers.
We offer high-quality baby equipment hire including:
✅ Travel cots & bassinets
✅ Car seats & strollers
✅ High chairs & safety gates
✅ Sterilisers, baths, and more
Whether you’re staying with family, booking a holiday rental, or travelling across the country, we’ll deliver, set up, and collect everything you need — so you can focus on festive fun, not logistics.
✨ This Christmas, pack light, travel easy, and make magical memories with Little Essentials Hire.
Skip the packing stress this Christmas — hire instead! From travel cots to strollers, Little Essentials Hire delivers everything you need straight to your door or holiday accommodation.
✨ Reserve your Christmas Essentials now ✨
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