From packing the right things to entertaining toddlers in the airport, parents and guardians know all too well how many things there are to juggle when getting from A to B – so as summer season gets in full swing, Holiday Extras has launched a new tool to help make it hassle free.

The travel brand’s ‘Are We There Yet?’ tool is a free airport survival planner, providing an itinerary for families with a minute-by-minute timeline, packing list, kids’ entertainment toolkit and tips for travel day concerns. Personalised because no two family’s trips are the same, the tool creates a plan bespoke to each family jetting off so that each guide is helpful, and better than generic airport or packing guides.

How it works

Users simply need to add in their flight details and how they will travel to the airport, the ages of the children and their likes or dislikes, and any pre-flight challenges on their mind. Options include challenges security queues, meltdowns, nervous flyers, eating, or nap times, and considers children with SEN needs and families who want to be screen-free.  Once all elements have been completed, the tool will generate the bespoke plan, without having to sign up or input an email if desired.

What it can provide

A tailored minute-by-minute plan: Starting from the time you’re meant to leave the house to when your flight departs, the plan tells you where you should be and when and what you should be doing.
A personalised packing checklist: The checklist is focused on what holidaymakers will need for a smooth journey. From a reminder about easy access passports and boarding passes, to snacks, toys, entertainment and charging equipment.
A kids’ toolkit: This will provide a list of activities and tips matched to each child’s needs and concerns. This can include how to get your child involved in the planning and journey, helping them understand why the wait times might be a little longer than expected.
Airport-specific guidance: The plan will provide guidance on the facilities available at the specific airport you’re travelling from, including quiet zones, accessibility information, and other practical tips to help families navigate a busy airport.

The tool is free to use, requires no registration and is available now at: holidayextras.com/are-we-there-yet.html.