Carry On Only with 3 Kids? Packing Hacks and General Travel Tips for Every Parent

Think packing for a family holiday is stressful? Try doing it with three kids and carry-on luggage only.Returning guest Bianca from Travel With My 3 Kids is back on Snacks and Suitcases. After sharing her Bali expertise in her first appearance, this time she's revealing the packing hacks, travel tips and mindset shifts that make family travel easier.We chat about the reality of travelling with kids, why carry-on only can actually reduce stress, and the items Bianca never leaves home without.Plus, we catch up on the latest from Bali, including the island's waste challenges and how travellers can make a positive difference.In this episode:• Why Bianca chooses carry-on only for a family of five • The packing hacks that save time, money and sanity • What she never packs anymore • How to entertain toddlers and kids on flights • Flying with babies, toddlers and neurodivergent children • The travel gear she actually recommends • The surprising item she always packs for hotel rooms • Bali's waste crisis and what tourists need to know • Airport transfer tips that make family travel easier • Budget travel strategies for families • Why low expectations can make travel more enjoyableFollow Bianca at https://www.travelwithmy3kids.com/https://www.instagram.com/travel.with.my.3.kids/Chapters00:00 Packing for Family Travel: The Challenge02:59 Traveling with Kids: Real-Life Experiences05:50 Bali's Waste Crisis: A Tourist's Responsibility09:10 First Flights with Kids: The Reality11:56 Surviving Long Flights: Tips and Tricks15:02 The Art of Carry-On Only Packing18:01 Non-Negotiables for Family Travel20:56 Entertainment Strategies for Kids on Flights24:08 Adapting to Travel with Young Children31:30 Engaging Kids During Travel36:39 Managing Expectations on Travel Days37:26 Health and Safety Essentials for Kids40:08 Packing Strategies for Family Travel46:09 Handling Airport Challenges51:21 Travel Hacks for Parents57:33 Final Thoughts and Reflections ConnectThank you so much for listening.Please feel free to reach out with any questions via@snacksandsuitcasespodcast@sallynanamisSnacks and Suitcases Facebook PageEmail: snacksandsuitcasespodcast@gmail.com If you’re loving the show, make sure you’re following so you never miss an episode especially if you’ve got a family trip or road trip coming up.AND... Don't forget the snacks.