TUI flight attendant reveals important pre-plane activity that makes travelling so much easier with kids

A FLIGHT attendant has revealed an important pre-plane activity that makes travelling so much easier with kids.

Flying can be a stressful experience, especially when travelling with children.

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Danielle Halstead, a former air hostess with 16 years of experience at TUI, has shared her top tips for ensuring a smooth journey with children.

The experienced former crew member advised passengers to bring their children’s favourite toys or blankets to help them feel comfortable in a new environment.

Travelling with kids on an overnight flight can be a nightmare if they don't want to sleep.

Danielle also suggested taking them to the park for a bit of a runaround before heading to the airport to tire them out.

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Staying hydrated on board is important, especially for children.

However, many kids are fussy eaters and drinkers and may not want to drink any water on the flight.

The veteran flight attendant suggested giving them either "pineapples, melon, berries or even vegetables like bell peppers or cucumber", as an alternative.

Keeping your child entertained while flying can save parents a lot of headaches.

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Danielle added: "Just remember to carry a fully charged power bank with you."

Families should also pack a variety of toys and activities in their hand luggage to keep the kids happy.

The ex-TUI flight attendant also recommends that parents should bring a change of clothes for their kids, particularly if they're a "messy eater".

It comes after a savvy flight attendant revealed the £1.20 item she always takes with her whenever she boards a plane.

TikTok star Destanie Armstrong has shared the clever way she avoids having to eat unappetising plane food by packing her own quick and easy snack which can be made onboard almost all planes.

The Philadelphia-based flight attendant has racked up 70,000 followers online for her tips and tricks on how to best prepare for a flight.

The seasoned flyer said she always packs two pots of noodles in her hand luggage.

Almost all planes have hot water onboard, according to Destanie, meaning it is a great option to have.

It is even more useful if you either don't want to pay the high price for snacks or don't feel like eating any of the food options available.

Most noodle pots cost around £1 meaning they are a great and cheap option.

Family favourite brand Batchelors Super Noodles can be found in supermarkets for only £1 and come in a whole variety of flavours.

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The iconic pot noodle is just £1.10 on shelves across the UK as well.

A King Pot Noodle is slightly more expensive at £1.35 but does provide 24g of more noodles to be enjoyed.