Useful info, though.
I take alot of the little Pixie books to keep them busy, and crackers for hunger attacks. The Apple puree sold in Migros is great as well, its in a bag, and they can just suck it out, no spoons, no mess, no spills
What is your experience with little ones on the plane? Is there anything I mustn't forget?
I guess the infrastructure in Dubai is quite convenient. The flight back to Zurich is at 2am though.
Good luck.
I'm sure your nipper isn't like that and the trip will be fine, but please take plenty of entertainment for them to keep him/her occupied, make sure they are well hydrated, BUT he/she is like the hellbrats above.... consider drugs.
And before the groans come in yes I have 3 daughter, and they travelled by air.... a lot, and were well behaved as the ex mama G and I ensured they were, but she always had some Calpol her bag.... J.I.C
I am a huge fan of the window seat and always book one, if possible. On long flights, it is recommended that one gets up every couple of hours to stretch and avoid the possible development of blood clots below the knee. On long flights, are people more understanding of this as a necessary part of the flight so when I have to crawl over the middle and aisle passenger are they more likely to give knowing nods or stab me in the leg with their crossword puzzle pencil as I go past? Or do I have to give up my beloved seat location for the aisle seat which I hate--or perish the thought...get that unholy middle seat.....
I have always found it fascinating that the rest of the world (outside USA) travels internationally quite often.
While my family has driven coast to coast several times within America, I got a passport just this last year. I cannot wait to travel to Switzerland, but was wondering if an overnight flight is preferable.
Can anyone offer suggestions?
But, occassionally I have ended up in the window seat. The first time, I stayed sitting for about 9 hours. After getting up, I walked about 4 metres before fainting. I won't ever sit for that long again. I have now found that if others are sleeping, I can generally crouch on my seat, then walk over the other seats, standing on the armrests to get to the aisle, causing minimal disturbance.
Reading pother earlier coments, I still think it is just plain WRONG to drug children on flights just to keep them docile.
I always take the aisle seat so i can get up and stretch, go get water, go to the loo, etc. The only downside to being in the aisle can be that you get bumped by every 'wide load' that goes by. If you're trying to sleep, it's annoying.
Sometimes thinking others can be an alien concept I know, but you wouldn't think twice about meds if your child was travel sick, had a headache, or whatever. Some children are problematic on aircraft because of the pressure, some get stressed... so if they are playing up, what on earth is the matter with a spoonful of Calpol and everyone getting peace?
I think the concern for others includes have some understanding for the parents who are generally trying hard to keep there little ones quiet on flights.
A helpful thing to do, could be to offer to take someones toddler for a little walk along the aisle, to give the parent a little peace. The distraction of a different adult also works at times, to calm a noisy little child. ( that is why cabin crew do thatwhen they have the time.)
Another helpful thing is to offer to help with a child or carrying luggage for a parent trying to disembark with a child or tow, plus all the bags they have on board ( most of those bags being full of stuff necessary for keeping a child quiet enough to not disturb other passengers.)
One of the most enjoyable times I have had going through the Paris airport( actually, the only time I have enjoyed anything at that airport ) was helping a Dad, who had travelled from Basel and was transferring to another flight. He really appreciated the assistance with his two delightful little tots.