The New Zealand mom was stumped. Of course, no family trip to our shores would be complete without a stop in Orlando. Let's see if we can work up the Perfect Family Itinerary to the United States, based on where you have happily traveled with your family. Make sure to tell me why these proved such good choices, and I'll publish them in an upcoming column. Meanwhile, here are the answers to some other questions you've been sending as you head off with your families far from home.
Bottled water is readily available in European cities as are diapers and baby food.
So what if the baby won't get any educational value out of the trip, as her in-laws keep reminding her. Even better, there's no better icebreaker than a cute baby to spur smiles and conversations with locals. The key to a happy baby on the flight is plenty of food and toys to amuse her. She'll be safer and more comfortable in her car seat. You can purchase a half-price ticket for a baby on most airlines because, while not yet required by law, car seat use is recommended by the FAA, as well as the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Association of Flight Attendants.