Great destinations for a baby's first holiday

Having a baby doesn't mean you must put your travelling on hold!

Baby HolidaysAlthough travelling with a baby on holiday can seem like an intimidating task, especially for first time parents, if you plan well and follow a few basic guidelines, your baby's first holiday abroad can be a wonderful, stress free experience. Within a month or two, new parents will be almost frantic for a holiday, and with a little preparation, travelling with a baby on holiday will be the easiest family holiday you will have for many years!

This is the last time for many years that your family holidays shall not be influenced by the constraints of school holidays, so why not travel slightly off peak, when prices are lower, crowds are dispersed and the midday heat is less intense for your new born to endure. When going on holiday with a baby, your own private space is absolutely priceless. The freedom and space provided by a private holiday rentals means that you can give your baby the attention and care you need, without limitation.


Great Destinations for taking a baby on holiday



Top Five Destinations for Going on Holiday with a Baby

Travelling with a baby on holiday in FranceTravelling with a baby on holiday in France
France is a superb destination for taking a baby on holiday. The close proximity, luxurious gites and fantastic beaches are ideal, and young children are always warmly welcomed by locals. It is only restaurants that may not be wholly welcoming.

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Taking a baby on holiday in EnglandTaking a baby on holiday in England
Taking a relaxing break in England is the easiest option for travelling with a baby on holiday, letting you relax without the worry of going abroad. Travel times are short, and your baby will not have to face much acclimatisation.

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Going on holiday with a baby to SpainGoing on holiday with a baby to Spain
Spain is enormously accommodating towards families and babies. The resorts along the famous sun blessed costas offer a huge variety of clubs for kids and crèche facilities, especially in the south east of the Costa Blanca.

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Travelling with a baby on holiday in GreeceTravelling with a baby on holiday in Greece
Babies will be treated like kings in Greece, perfect if your young ones love attention! Although child care facilities are not provided everywhere, the importance of family in Greece means you can always find willing help if needed.

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Taking a baby on holiday in the USATaking a baby on holiday in the USA
Although the trip to the USA is a long one, upon your arrival, you will not have to worry about a thing. The baby facilities across the USA are exceptional, in restaurants, activity centres and at all the major attractions.

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There are certain things needed for a baby’s first holiday. Recommendations are that babies don’t fly for 6 weeks after birth, which is perfect, as that is roughly how long it will take to get all the things needed for your baby’s first holiday. Babies born after 1998 will need their own passport, and it is strongly advised that you get travel insurance and an E111 (for European travel). If you are worried about travelling with a baby on holiday, visit your GP to ensure you get any immunisations your baby may need as well as gaining important information and advice about things like sun cream factors, feeding and travelling whilst abroad. A list of baby essentials on holiday can be found at HolidayWithBaby.com.

Flying is usually seen as the biggest hurdle when travelling with a baby on holiday, but taking a baby on holiday abroad by air is not nearly as daunting as it may seem. Airlines, including British Airways will take babies after 48 hours of birth, (if you feel up to it), but guidelines recommend waiting for at least 4 weeks. Some airlines are more welcoming of babies, providing the essentials for babies on holiday, especially when the flights are not fully booked. BMI are often considered the best for going on holiday with a baby. If you pack a bag of baby holiday essentials for the flight, there should be few problems, as the sound of the engines usually puts babies to sleep, especially on night flights. Feeding during take off and landing will also help smooth your baby’s experience, helping overcome sensitivity to changes in cabin pressure.

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Murteiras Apartment - Extremely Comfortable & Excellently Equipped
Portugal , Madeira Island , Funchal
Murteiras Apartment is a charming and romantic atmosphere top floor apartment with character, decorated with very good taste and the constant improvement makes this apartment most welcoming. Wide sliding glass doors lead onto the large private ba... [full details of property 7625]

VOLCANIC ROCK constructed Villa with Pool - Sea View
Canary Islands , Fuerteventura , Villaverde
This unique and exclusive family villa, 'Lava Villa', was constructed in 1998 with volcanic rock. Built in the foothills, it is situated on one acre of private land with its own swimming pool. It's in an exclusive area of the island with spectacul... [full details of property 7812]

Brand New 3 bed 3 bath duplex apartment sleeps 6. 50% off Golf
Spain , Murcia - Costa Calida , Cartagena & Mar Menor , La Manga Club , Buena Vista
This beautiful spacious three bedroom apartment is over looking the north course. The apartment has been recently built and is placed over two floors. The living/dining room, kitchen and master bedroom are on the first floor and you go down stairs... [full details of property 99666]

New villa, St Paul-de-Vence, -Riviera, private garden, access pool
France , Cote d'Azur - Riviera , Nice Area , St-Paul-de-Vence
10min from Nice airport/Nice, 10min from the beach and 10min walking to the village St. Paul, which is a beautiful medieval village, situated on a hilltop with stunning views, and home to the famous Colombe d'Or restaurant which displays original ... [full details of property 421266]

Two bedroom apartment with large terrace - 10 mins walk to Beach, Shops etc..
Spain , Murcia - Costa Calida , Cartagena & Mar Menor , Los Alcazares
Ground floor apartment with large terrace, communal pool and gardens, sleeps 4-6, English TV and Air Conditioning. Close to Beach and Town High Season Rate From: £280 per week, Low Season Rate From: £185 per week [full details of property 712535]

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