Is Italy a good holiday with toddlers?

Italy is a wonderful place to travel with babies and young children. How do I know? I've lived and traveled extensively in Italy with my babies and toddlers. I've also guided family cycling, hiking and cultural trips throughout Italy, and I've planned countless family vacations here.



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The Best Places to Visit in Italy with A Baby or Toddler
  • Tuscany with a Baby or Toddler. ...
  • Florence with a Baby or Toddler. ...
  • Puglia with a Baby or Toddler. ...
  • Sardinia with a Baby or Toddler. ...
  • Dolomites with a Baby or Toddler. ...
  • Rome with a Baby or Toddler. ...
  • Lake Garda with a Baby or Toddler. ...
  • Sicily with a Baby or Toddler.


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Since the rise of the Roman Empire, Italian art, architecture, and culture have had an influence around the world. Famed Italian painters include Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. Italy is also at the heart of the Catholic Church, which is governed from Vatican City, a city-state surrounded by Rome.

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The first flight with a baby can be daunting, so many parents wait till their little baby becomes a toddler. It's a mistake if you ask me. I'm yet to meet anyone who thought that flying with a baby was harder than flying with a toddler. 12 to 20 months is THE most difficult age to travel with kids.

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12-18 Months Old Once your child starts walking, all bets will probably be off unless you are blessed with the chillest of children. One year olds are often highly mobile yet totally uncontrollable, making for a potentially dangerous travel combination.

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Is Italy cheap or expensive? Italy is generally considered to be an expensive destination for travelers. Bigger cities, such as Rome and Milan, can be especially costly in comparison to other areas of Europe. Staying in budget hotels can be costly, with nightly rates often starting at €60 or more.

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If your child is traveling alone, with only one parent, or with a non-legal guardian, they will require a Child Travel Consent signed by both parents or legal guardians. A Child Travel Consent is sometimes called a letter of permission to travel.

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They can throw serious tantrums when things don't go their way. Once your child is fully mobile and can walk (somewhere around 10-18 months old for most kids), all bets of containing them are off. In short, they are just more likely to need the extra space of another seat.

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Tips for Airplane Lap Toddler Success
  1. Pick the right flight and time. ...
  2. Maximize your chances of getting an extra seat. ...
  3. Electronics are a must. ...
  4. Bring non-electronic entertainment to keep little fingers busy. ...
  5. Bring a wide variety of snacks. ...
  6. Walk the aisle. ...
  7. Pack a baby carrier. ...
  8. Don't stress the nap.


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Try and stick to flights during the day to make life a little easier for yourself. She explains: Everyone has a different opinion on this one, but I have always found flying during the day is best with toddlers and young children.

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