Great gear for travelling families
Mum-to-be reviews the latest travel cara wagstaff products making holidaying with tots a breeze.
Artipoppe Zeitgeist Baby Carrier RRP $480
This baby carrier is a bit of a splurge, but utterly worth it for travelling parents who want to look and feel stylish on the road. Designed in the Netherlands and made from organic cotton and linen, the Artipoppe Zeitgeist Baby Carrier baby carrier keeps your hands free to reach passports and carry-on luggage. The softly structured and mouldable body panel allows for easy adjustment as your baby grows, taking you from newborn up to two years
(3.2 kilograms to 20 kilograms). The ergonomic design caters to inward or front facing, as well as a back carrying option. And you can breastfeed with it on, too. our verdict This is an investment piece, but we love the minimalist design, comfy padded shoulder straps and waistband and that it’s machine washable. shop.artipoppe.com
Arrived Hayes Baby Bag Tote RRP $189
You’ll be able to fit it all in with this chic carry-all. The Australian-born brand Arrived creates stylish and functional bags for modern parents. This unisex tote is fashion-forward on the outside with faux leather in either black or cappuccino, and it’s an organised parent's dream on the inside with two insulated bottle pockets, detachable change mat and secure zip pockets for your phone and credit cards. It’s big enough to fit nappies, snacks, outfit changes… and even a 13-inch laptop for when the little one nods off. our verdict We’re in love with this one. The internal storage and individual pockets make it easy to find what you need with one hand. It’s lightweight – just 1.4 kilograms when empty – so it’s perfect as carry-on luggage. And it looks great, too. arrived.shop
Jetkids™ by Stokke® Bedbox™ RRP $299
This nifty suitcase doubles as a fun ride-on with swivel wheels for pint-sized travellers aged from three to seven, as well as a seat extension to provide extra room on a plane, ferry or bus seat for little ones aged two and up. It may weigh just over three kilos, but it offers enough packing room for young travellers’ essentials, before it converts into a lie-flat bed. Plus, it was voted as one of TIME’S 100 best inventions of 2021! Just remember, if you’re planning on using your Bedbox™ in-flight, check Stokke’s® list of approved airlines before booking. our verdict Can we call genius on this one? We love the Scandinavianchicness and aviation-inspired design. It’s a real winner for kids who want a fun suitcase as well as the ease and comfort of being able to lie down while travelling. stokkeshop.com.au