Fairytale Travel Guide

NAVIGATING SOLO TRAVEL WITH KIDS

A boy and girl stand side by side on the padded ledge of a large porthole window aboard the Disney Dream, gazing out over the calm water as the ship remains docked. A quiet moment of wonder during their cruise adventure.

Plan. Pack. Go.

Welcome to Fairytale Travel Guide: Your Guide to Solo Travel With Kids

Whether you’re planning your first trip or looking to make solo travel with kids easier, this guide covers the three core areas that will help you succeed: choosing destinations, navigating travel as the only adult, and finding gear that actually works.

Destinations + Attractions

Real-world guides to places that actually work for solo travel with kids. From Disney to the Americas to Europe and beyond, these are the trips we’ve done and what you need to know to do them too.

Solo Parent Travel Tips + Hacks

Confidence-boosting advice and solo parent strategies for traveling alone with your kids. Get practical help for everything from survival tips to flying, cruising, and everything in between.

Travel Gear + Reviews

Honest reviews of the gear that makes solo travel with kids easier. From strollers to suitcases and beyond, this is what I’ve tested on real trips as the only adult traveling with two little ones.

New here? Start With These Favorites

A soft blush-pink Deego backpack sits next to a black Samsonite hard-shell suitcase, both fully packed and ready for toddler travel.

Carry-On with Toddlers: What I Pack When Flying Solo

Packing light is key when you’re the only adult and this post shows exactly what I bring in our carry-on backpack. From toddler must-haves to smart travel gear, here’s what earns a spot (and what doesn’t) when we fly.

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Zoe Twin+ V1 Review: The Best Double Stroller for Traveling With Toddlers

After trying everything, the Zoe Twin+ V1 became my go-to for solo parent travel. Lightweight, compact, and surprisingly tough, it’s handled airports, cobblestones, cruises, and Disney, all without ever slowing me down.

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Two toddlers sit in a double stroller on the pier with Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas docked behind them at the Nassau cruise port, capturing a bright, sunny arrival scene in the Bahamas.

Two young smiling children sit inside a dumbo the flying elephant ride vehicle. There is a backdrop painted to look like they are inside of a circus.

How to Save Money on a Disney Vacation: 10 Real Tips That Work

From free park admission for toddlers to deluxe resort stays at a fraction of the price, these are the real strategies I’ve used—over and over—to save big on Disney trips. Whether you’re heading to Disney World or Disneyland, here’s how to stretch your budget without losing the magic.

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A woman kneels between two children holding colorful ribbon wands in a tiled courtyard with traditional Portuguese azulejos in Cascais, Portugal, showcasing local heritage and family-friendly cultural sites.

Because you don’t have to do it alone

Meet Kristi

Mom of two, world traveler, and commercial pilot spouse.

Welcome to Fairytale Travel Guide: Navigating Solo Travel with Kids. Because of my husband’s profession, I often find myself traveling alone with our two young kids. Over time, I’ve picked up countless tips and strategies for navigating the world as a solo parent. I created this blog to share those lessons and to empower other parents—especially those traveling solo with kids—to feel confident and excited about exploring the world with their children.

I’m so glad you’re here!

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Solo Parent Travel Documents Checklist

Traveling solo with kids? This checklist covers every document you actually need—including a few that most parents don’t realize are essential.

It’s the same list I use every time I fly alone with my toddlers, and it’s helped hundreds of other solo parents feel confident and prepared at check-in, security, and boarding.

No second-guessing. No airport surprises. Just smooth travel—starting now.

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