20 Best Travel Items For Toddlers (2023 Updated)

We really like the suitcase! Use it for my 2 yo. Depending on how far you have to go at the airport and the age of your kid, it may not suffice as a means of transportation, which means you’ll also have their stroller or carseat cart, plus need to pull/carry this suitcase.

Still worthwhile for long flights, but I just recommend planning ahead to make sure you can physically carry/pull all the necessary bags! Also check to make sure your airline allows this suitcase (most major ones do), and note that it is only allowed to be unfolded when the seatbelt sign is OFF, so on a bumpy flight, you might not get to use it as much as you’d like.

For us, it is worth it on long flights and not worth it on <2 hr flights.

I was really nervous about our cross country flights and red eyes, etc. and came across this product. I’m so glad I did. Our 2 yo son not only loved wheeling this around the airport and beyond, but it came in SO handy during the flight and added more space for him to comfortably play and rest.

We could fit everything he needed for the flight, including diapers, change of clothes, toys and snacks. It was a game changer for us and it looks so cute, too.

First of all i have to say that i love some of the stokke products, i have 2 high chairs plus one bathtub. So i was pretty confident when i bought the stroller, but i was so disappointed it is made by cheap plastic that does not fit very well it do not close properly and turning to a bed is a nightmare, everything seems to fall apart, nothing stays where it supposed to.

The “bed” piece was falling all the time. Totally worthless i would never ever buy this again, i wont want it even for free, actually we just gave it away.

This little suitcase has several nice features. The extending handle, wheels, and extra pockets are great. My only concern is how long it will last, especially for $52. I feel that was more expensive than it should have been.

It’s very lightweight, but feels a bit flimsy. The extending handle is thin and doesn’t lock into place. It looks great and has everything you would need. I will try to update later on when we see how well it performs.

I bought this for my great grandson?s birthday. I can?t wait to give it to him. This luggage is very well made to last a long time. I love that it has side pockets for small things like socks, etc. It looks even better in person.

His name turned out great. I just wish that I could have had a choice on the color done on his name. I believe white would have shown up better. But I still love it!.

When I saw this little pull-around dinosaur “suitcase” in bright colors, I thought it was the perfect Christmas gift for our 3-year-old nephew. It has several zipper compartments to hold small toys and opens up to hold even more treasures.

It’s sturdy, well-designed and rolls easily. Consider it this Christmas. We’re filling the little zippered compartments with other small toys. It’s a great gift for any young child.

I bought this because we were flying cross-country for a wedding. I wanted my toddler to be able to walk through the airport, but I’m just a teensy bit paranoid and really didn’t want to risk losing track of her.

We had no issues with the design of the leash, and she didn’t mind it either. Plus she was able to carry her own toys/snacks for the trip. My ONLY complaint is that I wish the bottle pocket on the side was bigger or had more stretch… her water bottle (a kids camelbak eddy) doesn’t really fit.

But one of her little stuffed animals could fit there, so not totally useless for us. We haven’t had it for very long, but it’s definitely gotten plenty of use already, and it still looks brand new.

My 15-month old daughter immediately grabbed this backpack at the store and asked to have it on. We let her wear it around the store and she wouldn’t let us take it off. We purchased it and have used it almost every day since.

It’s very lightweight, so adding items doesn’t make it super heavy (depending on the item). She is of average height and weight for a 15-month old and the backpack is the perfect size.

I bought this for my 3 yearold son to start head start. A backpack is not required but with him having a gbutton, I figured it was a perfect size to keep extra bandages and an extra button inside with some wipes and pullups.

Its the perfect size for a child to start wearing a backpack. Love the straps in front to keep it on. Unfortunately due to covid, the school has already been shut down and we are not planning on sending him this year now.

But we will be packing around this little fox to keep a few necessities in.

The backpack is very cute. The size is perfect for my toddler. I was really disappointed one of the plastic strap holders broke after only a few months of use and part of the stitching also came apart on the strap.

Since I’m the one who handles my toddlers bag, it makes me more disappointed especially since this backpack was not cheap!.

This brand has very nice prints which are colorful and fun. The small size is great for toddlers so they don’t carry too much. Matching lunch boxes are a great bonus. Looking forward to see how this holds up during the school year.

I planned to wear my baby way before he arrived and researched all types and brands of wraps and carriers extensively! I landed on Lillebaby because of all the features. Loved all the different ways to carry and the longevity of use.

Decided on the all seasons complete because of the zip down mesh back panel and sun/rain cover because I live in Florida and the weather is unpredictable. No one pulled this off my baby registry so after my son was born, I changed my mind and went with the Complete airflow because I read multiple reviews from users in FL and TX that advised the all over mesh was better than the original for hot weather.

It arrived and I was literally having to carry my son to pick this off the porch and open it immediately. My son currently hates to be anywhere but our arms and I can’t get anything done. One hour with this and I felt confident to take on lunch, laundry, even get dressed and sort some items around the house.

It’s not going to allow you to get everything done. No climbing ladders or constant bending over but just walking about with more than what I can grasp with one hand and make fewer trips between rooms.

I absolutely love the structure – everything is easy to adjust and fit to me. It does feel bulky now but my son is only 8 lbs now and I expect this will be strong enough once he’s larger. This was the only carrier I found that had safety straps in case the clips come undone – one of my favorite features and really the deciding factor once I was ready to choose a carrier.

Watched lots of videos before trying it on to ensure I was wearing it properly and knew how to keep my son safe and comfortable. The color is beautiful! Can’t imagine I’ll need another carrier besides this one but if I do (perhaps a backup for wash day) than I will stick with this brand for sure!.

I bought that this about a month ago for our newborn who is now 3 months. For a product that advertised airflow/ventilation in a carrier, it still gets very warm. It doesn’t keep you and baby as cool as I expected.

Also the buckle straps are difficult to use, the one around the waste is super tight, and I have to put a lot of extra effort into tugging it to tighten it. Also the side buckles and straps are not so convenient to tighten or buckle when you’re wearing it with baby in front, it’s always a bit of an awkward struggle to get situated.

Also we are not confident what we are supposed to do with his feet as a newborn, we didn’t find useful instruction about carrying him with his feet in the pocket. I do think as he gets a little bigger his legs will be able to be spread open more to match the carrier, but right now it’s pretty awkward.

This is all comparing to another carrier we bought for $35 on Amazon. However, we do like that the LILLEbaby carrier appears to be significantly more comfortable for baby than the other carrier we used.

For the price, I expected it to be a lot more easy to use.

It’s falls between a midrange external pack(think Kelty) and my High end alpine Eddie Bauer internal frame. Very adjustable including trunk length, at 6’ I can make the torso to long for me. Buckles, webbing, zippers and accents all high end and functional.

The stirrups work great. Sometimes a little slippery when the little guy wears a snowsuit. The main harness takes a few runs to get the hang of but really holds in a secure and comfortable way. Washable drool pad is very soft and make a soft place for a little head to nap.

The hip belt works amazing with the reversed pull to tighten. It has great padding and works well on narrow and wider hips. Shoulder straps are decent. The sun shade which was a big reason for purchase works ok.

It doesn’t have a frame so it packs away nice (great for fall and winter hikes) full zipper. However you can’t deploy the shade on your own if it’s zipped in. The lack of frame also does not hold the sun shade out it has to be clipped to the shoulder straps with short stabilizer straps.

The sunshade then just bumps the back of my head when I look up and or take big steps. Can be adjusted to compensate but he feels less secure as I have him a little loose on my back to make space. So with three hand me down carriers falling apart under our use we decided to buy top of the line.

With all outdoors gear there are compromises. If your going to hike every weekend use it for trips to the city, or you are the kind of family that has the carrier in your rig just in case you find an inviting trail head.

This is your baby carrier. If you buy the best of the best. This is you baby carrier. If you plan on doing a couple hikes a summer the cost may not justify this particular carrier. If you are still carrying a canvas rucksack, or your hiking boots have been your go to for over a decade you might be lost? And that’s the weakest point of this carrier, the price.

However if you spend time in the outdoors especially if your going to do some serious hiking, the sage “you get what you pay for. ” Sums up this carrier very well.

I’ve been using this carrier for a year now and I love the freedom it gives me to take my girl on adventures! I have used it mainly solo hiking with her and, while it requires a certain amount of strength to squat up from the ground with the kid, I’m able to do it comfortably.

Even with snowshoes on! I am able to pull the stand back in by myself, but if you are on the shorter end, that might be quite challenging for you. It took me a few trips to figure out the adjustments for my body.

I feel like the torso adjustment could go one more notch(I’m at the end of it) shorter on me and it would be more comfortable. I’m 5’6 and maybe have a short torso? The separate sun shade is a must and I feel as though this should not be sold without that.

My girl is almost 3 and she seems really comfortable in the pack, she often falls asleep! There is a rather large pocket on the back that fits my platypus bladder and a small lunchbox with another mesh pocket for smaller flatter things (books, baby mittens, hats, emergency blankets).

I wish there were one more hip pocket. I mainly value this pack because it allows me to do short solo hikes with my daughter comfortably enough. My daughter is about 35lbs, so I don’t exactly expect carrying her on my back to be comfortable and i can do about 2-3 mi with her without being in pain.

I will not lie and say that it is a breeze.

I purchased this cot inside my local Walmart for $24. 88 in hopes to help break my daughter from sleeping with me (the thought being to place it beside my bed providing closeness but still some independence).

She was with me on the shopping trip and was very excited to try it out. The product was packaged well in a sturdy box, taped well with a wide clear tape, and included cot, cot cover, and bag for cot all the color of blue with the exception of the black metal legs and supports.

(I feel the need to add at this time, I have since viewed the cot in pink, however, my local Walmart did not offer this color. ) The cot was easy to set up just unfolding and pushing down around the edges until it layed out.

It also came with a washable sheet like covering, which was easy to attach in the same way as a fitted sheet. My 60 pound child found the cot comfortable when she first lay, yet a tad short, being very tall for her age of 5 yrs.

Unfortunately by the morning of the first night of use one side of the cot had sank to the floor, the problem being the metal bars where they crossed somehow slid past the point at which they were supposed to stop.

After inspection, I saw that on the opposite side metal pegs had been welded to prevent this problem. I feel that if they had done this on both sides that would have taken care of the issue and can not fathom why they would not.

The weight limit on this cot is 75 pounds and my daughter is 60 pounds. I feel like this product would possibly hold up to 40 pounds but any weight above that would have the same problem. I may have been able to resolve this issue myself with some creative engineering, maybe adding some bolts where pegs were on the other side but do not want to have to “fix” a problem with the design of a product I buy, therefore I will be returning this product.

This was an impulse buy and I feel in spending about the same amount of money to buy an adult cot I will get better quality and get a longer term of usage out of the product.

Easy to fold. Does not come with carrying bag or any way to keep item folded though. When folded it is a little larger than a folded camping chair. Incided sheet is thin and scratchy – not enough to sleep on.

Low to ground, so good for toddlers. However, not good at all for a taller child or one who stretches out while sleeping. The cot we received was defective – all feet wouldn’t stay flat on the floor and one corner of the actual cot fabric kept coming off the peg so it was returned.

This is a nice cot, but only for older kids who listen well and would not try to fold it up on their own. There are multiple warnings on this cot stating not to leave children alone with it. But if it is designed for travel, kids would be left alone to sleep or in another room when traveling and staying at other people’s homes.

My child (2 years old) could fold and unfold this cot easily and could have hurt himself badly if we weren’t standing right there. I am returning this item because there is no locking mechanism on it to prevent an injury.

We previously owned the Ergo when our child was an infant but he eventually got big. We eventually decided to upgrade to the Clevr cross country Baby carrier which supports our kid as he is getting older.

Our son enjoys it more than the Ergo given his size. It was a lot better than we expected. Lot of pockets to carry diapers, snacks, bottles, etc. Durable material and build. We highly recommend to others.

First of all, – my cost to return this to California by US Post Office from KY was $27 (UPS was going to run $60). Why I did not like the carrier: (1) No foot rest for child – which means child cannot adjust themselves when in it.

(2) bulky carrier that is hard to load child, put on / take off by yourself. (3) I bought this for a 6’1″ male, 170# to carry an 8 month old. He did not like the time it took to strap the child in and the way it felt on — too much weight on his shoulders instead of his hips even after trying several different adjustments.

I really like all the extra pockets and ability to adjust everything. I would like it if the actual seat the baby sits in had more padding around the leg holes. Also the waist strap doesn’t expand really far so if your bigger than 2x it probably won’t work for you.

This is a good backpack, slightly larger than the first one I purchased for my younger toddler. It’s constructed better than most backpacks you would purchase at a big box store. And my 6 year old LOVES it.

That said, the last Wildkin backpack I bought lasted 4 years! For an active toddler! With virtually no wear and tear showing, other than dirt – I even sent it through the clothes washer a couple of times.

It was amazing! This one will not be so durable – the zipper is a cheaper construction and already shows signs of catching. I think it will get us through the year, with care, but can’t say I’m not disappointed a bit.

The horses are adorable. The horses are beautiful. I dont know about durability, as my daughter wont be using it until school starts in the fall, but I do love the look of it, and it appears to be well constructed.

I will say she used a backpack of the same brand last school year and it held up very well.

The fabric was cute. The luggage wasn’t what I thought. It’s a backpack with wheels. That would be good for school. I believe it’s way overpriced.

I cant wait to see our grandsons reaction on Christmas morning when he sees this darling rolling tote. It will be just perfect for his overnights with Pop-pop and Gaga. It is light enough for a small child to pull but I would not recommend this for serious air travel unless it is carefully looked after.

He is into all sorts of trucks so the print is absolutely perfect! I also ordered the matching sleeping bag and hope it will come in very handy, too.

I was so happy to find this wonderful luggage at buybubBaby. com! My great nephew is going on a vacation, on a airplane, and this, with its great “transportation” print, the roominess and ease of use, he will be in his glory at the airport, to and from! I can see it also being used as a overnight bag going to Grandmom’s home.

A very wonderful, useful purchase that can be useful for years to come, and maybe passed on to a little brother!.

This is my third purchase of an American Tourister Kids 18′ Upright! My three granddaughters in Vermont use it religiously for sleepovers, trips to Boston, camping and for anything they choose! They are ages 3 to 8 years and this is the absolutely perfect fit for all of them.

In fact, our 3 year old’s birthday is July 29th and she will be gifted with her very own Upright! Thank you, American Tourister for a quality item at a reasonable price which will carry the girls, hopefully, through school into college! They love the Disney characters so I’m sure this item will endure into their young adulthood!.

Our daughter is in heaven! She rolls it around the house saying “I’m leaving on a trip!” We purchased a different one for our other daughter so were well aware of the layout of the luggage and we really like the separate sections.

Easy for the kids to wheel through the airport/into/out of a hotel. Shockingly you can fit quite a bit in the luggage too. Highly recommend.

With an upcoming trip to Disney World my 4 year old needed a suitcase to travel with. Her older brother has the same version of this suitcase but with the Star Wars theme that we bought 3-4 years ago that is still in great condition.

Perfect size for kids. Handle is a good height. And we know that this will last through the years.

Very cute luggage set that my 6 year old daughter loves, however on our first trip the straps on the backpack begin to tear. I plan to return the set. I purchased a similar set for my son for nearly $20 more on another site that seems much more sturdy and better quality material.

I stalked this set from the moment my grand-star was born, but didn’t want to pay full price. It’s FINALLY!!!! On Sale! Can’t wait to take my baby on vacation, so she can style like her Yai-Yai

This is the cutest kids luggage I’ve ever seen!!! Even better than the picture! We will see over time how it holds up while traveling! The price was great and they shipped it quickly! I’m so excited to give this to my granddaughter for Christmas!!!!!.

Absolutely awesome backpack! Perfect size for a toddler, and expands! Comes with a seat pad so they don’t have to sit on the floor. I adore the quirky details like the captain stripes and the plane buckle fastener! Even the fine details like the free upgrade text when the bag expands.

And a front buckle for extra support when carrying items in the bag. A gorgeous bag. Worth the money to know that I’ll be able to spot my little one if she wanders off in the airport.

I was searching for a tot that had the same great travel qualities as a backpack. I haven’t used the attached backpack straps. They remain securely stored in their dedicated pocket. What I Like: colour – the red is pure and amazing interior color – light grey, easy to find things tall enough to carry my extra long clipboard in the laptop pocket water bottle pockets that are big enough to hold serious water bottles durable exterior material – just like my fav pack, I don’t have to baby this wide mouth – great for stuffing in my sweater little sleeve thingy to slip over the handle of a rolling suitcase extra durable bottom What Could be Better: needs a key fob one more interior zipper pocket or dedicated phone pocket pen holders longer tote handles by 2 inches- the tote straps will be a tight fit over a bulky coat a little more give to the material – there is no stretch or expansion wish the overall dimensions were 2 inches shorter and 2 inches wider.

It is really deep and things and I have to dig way down for things. With those few changes, I would buy one in every colour. Recommend! Especially with this great Moosejaw price.

This is overall a really good pack. I think that the positives outweigh the negatives. There is a lot of storage, it folds down really neatly, and the integrated sunshade is good. However it is a bit tough to get the snaps to buckle sometimes, and for a guy with broader shoulders it doesn’t sit too comfortably.

I tried adjusting the height and everything which helps a bit, but it does kind of tend to squish my chest together. It is much more comfortable for my wife who has a smaller frame. That said, we’re not super ambitious about taking our 2 year old on hikes longer than a few miles so it works well for hikes that are only a couple hours long.

I got convinced by the hyped up happy kids in their promo video but this POS luggage is not worth the price tag. It broke before we even made it to the plane from just opening the packaging and trying to carry it.

That loud ripppppp sound you hear? That’s the sound of the flimsy mattress fabric tearing from undoing a button snap, your $200 shredding apart, and your toddler’s precious heart. Okay fine cosmetic defect.

I can still use it. right? Nope! Because as soon as we picked up the EMPTY suitcase, the PLASTIC orange buckle snapped and the strap slid out! Now two sharp jagged pieces point outwards right where my child can grab at or if they want to help pull.

I tied a knot to hide it from her but this thing is being returned. My suggestions are to make the strap holders with metal and reinforce the entry points into the plastic body. Also engineer a pull handle like a regular carryon suitcase along with a shoulder strap into the suitcase so it won’t tip as much when pulling.

I don’t mind paying for quality items but this was not one!.

I have previously purchased the Tot Cot/Zippered Travel Carrier twice and have been extremely satisfied. That is why when it came time to search for a new backpack/lunchbox set, I purchased the Packie and Yummie with zero hesitation.

Unfortunately, I am extremely disappointed in this product. PROS: 1. ) The backpack is very lightweight and seems like it would be easy for my toddler to carry. 2. ) The patterns offered are extremely cute and have lots of options for your child to select from.

The ability to personalize this product is also a great feature 3. ) Urban Infant has excellent customer service and were extremely helpful in assisting me through a separate shipping issue. CONS: 1.

) The Packie is entirely too small and will not hold all the items that I need to send with my child daily. I will now need to purchase another backpack elsewhere that can hold everything I need it to.

2. ) One of the major features that sold me on this backpack/lunchbox combo was that the Yummie attaches to the Packie. While this is a “pro”, especially given the extremely small size of the Packie, the Yummie does not lay flat against the backpack when it is lifted and awkwardly hangs off the front.

3. ) The material is extremely scratchy and much different than what I expected. It is very unpleasant to touch/wipe off for cleaning. I would also generally prefer a backpack that can be put in the washing machine for routine cleaning.

I really wanted to love this set but overall would not recommend either of these products. If it were not for the fact that I had it personalized, I would be returning both the Packie and the Yummie.

Unfortunately, I now need to purchase another backpack/lunchbox combo elsewhere and am stuck with this one that I cannot use mainly due to the very small size of the Packie. If you are looking for something on the smaller side, this product may be for you, but I would pay close attention to the product dimensions vs.

what your daycare/school is requiring to be sent with your child daily before you purchase (especially if you plan to personalize. ).

The material is water resistant and stays clean. The submarine pattern is adorable and I love that it’s not the super popular dinosaur, unicorn, or construction themed print that is out there. It’s still fun and fantastical for a kid but different than a lot of the other prints you see elsewhere.

This backpack fits my 22-month-old and holds a lot; a puffy coat, a pack of diapers, wipes, and cups.

We are really happy with our packie backpack! My 4 year old started at an outdoor based daycare, and it’s perfect for all weather conditions. It holds exactly what he needs each day, and it’s easy for him to carry.

I was very disappointed in this produce, especially for the price. On the inside the snaps were visible in back and bottom but there was no lining attached. It was not high quality at all. I took to my local Walmart store to return and was given a credit for $45.

56 but when the actual credit was given by outside party they only gave me a credit of $30. 12 which is not acceptable to me (shipping and restock fee of $15. 44). Save your money and do not order this product.

I purchased this suitcase to give as a Christmas gift. It was well received and liked, because it is very cute, practical and whimsical!

It was a gift to my3 year old great granddaughter. She loves it. She puts her toys in it and wheels it everywhere she goes.

I don’t know if I received defective item or not but this is my feeling about that backpack: Firstly, I was really excited when it came, super cute, that was exactly what I was looking for. Then, I tried to fit on my son, and I realized that it was not balanced on his back even I adjusted 2 straps of backpack.

But it did not work. After looked more detail on its straps, I figured out why it did that way. The position of 2 straps are not correct. The right strap should have to move to right side instead of stays on nearby top.

How much excited am I equal how much disappointed am I, even more than that. I am worried what will happen with the kids when they use the backpack that is not balanced on 2 straps to support their back as well.

Seriously.

Ordering and shipping of this product was great! Came quick. Size of luggage and backpack are perfect for small children. I ordered both the Elephant and Turtle for my children as Christmas presents.

Upon the kids opening them on Christmas morning we realized that the Turtle’s finish had been peeled off on both the front and back of the carry-on. Super disappointing since my son’s luggage looks used and worn even though he opened it from a sealed box.

Wish I could return it but I bought it back in October attempting to get my holiday shopping done early.

Adorable. My 4 year old was thrilled to have her own luggage. Light but sturdy hard plastic held all of her essentials & she felt like a proud big kid. The ‘roller blade’ style wheels are sturdy and easy to pull.

The telescoping handle has two lengths to accommodate kids of most heights. The responsibility for her own luggage got her out of the stroller at the airport. so I was happy too! Impressive product. Buying two more sets for my daughter’a cousins!.

My 4 year old granddaughter was given a trunki for her 2nd birthday and this was for my youngest granddaughter who turned 2 yesterday. When the youngest got her trunki the eldest granddaughter immediately went and got her trunki and both girls scooted up and down the hall, great excitement.

That says it all. On the practical side my daughter-in-law uses the trunki whenever they come to us for the weekend. It holds both girls clothes perfectly with space for the favorite bedtime toy to be squashed in as well.

I did a lot of research before taking my very active 2 year old on her first flight. Almost every website recommended a trunki. It was such a hit. We have the bronco. Bystanders thought she was hilarious and adorable.

She doesn’t use a stroller and she’s too small to keep up but with this she was able to just ride along. I had read a lot of reviews so I was expecting the snaps and hinges to fall apart at any moment but they didn’t.

I was careful not to overfill it but it held all her clothes for the week. Don’t take corners too fast it doesn’t turn well but knowing that going in was helpful. It was the perfect size for my 2. 5 yr old but I really can’t see the older kids riding it.

It was easy to carry over my shoulder when needed and I got it onto the plane as a free carry-on. It fit under the seat in front. So on the upside, it kept kiddo entertained and in one spot, was fun and functional.

The downside is the dimensions were odd so it took creative packing, you cannot overfill it, doesn’t corner well and it may or may not qualify as personal item. I would definitely recommend one for a toddler, I kept saying the whole trip best money ever spent!.