I can’t begin to tell you how much fun we had on our vacation to London. I think it was one of my favorite vacations ever. I can’t believe I almost didn’t go. All of the money we spent to super-duper expedite Bella’s passport was totally worth it.
I was pretty good about writing while away, but it’s mostly stream of consciousness stuff. I’m hoping to convert most of it to blog entries in the next few days. After I get over my jet lag, which so far hasn’t been all that bad, and after I download all of our pictures from T’s laptop. A few random thoughts:
Things I missed while on vacation:
Things I didn’t miss while on vacation:
Other random thoughts:
A final note:
This is more for those who are thinking of having a baby or who are already pregnant. Many people may tell you that your life is about to change forever. Most will say this in an ominous tone. Some will tell you to enjoy all of your favorite “couple” things before the baby comes because you won’t be able to do them anymore. Others will tell you that you won’t be able to jet off for a last minute vacation like you used to do.
I am telling you that yes, your life is about to change forever, but not like they imply. Life is about to get more fun and exciting than ever before. You can do pretty much anything with a child that you want to do, and it will probably be more fun than anything you ever did as “just a couple.” In an entire week there was only one thing that we couldn’t do because of Bella: watch F1 in a pub in Brighton. (Pubs in Brighton are “gay and straight friendly” but “child free zones.” We watched it in our hotel bar instead.) That’s not bad for a week-long european vacation!
Welcome back, Julie, T, and Bella!!! We are thrilled to hear that your trip was a smashing success!!! We can’t wait to hear more and to pics, too!!!
Welcome, home!
Love,
Ter
It was fantastic to meet you all , thanks for letting me show my town off and I love all the bits in my package
What a good baby! It sounds like your trip was “over the moon!”
We are so glad that all went so brilliantly for you!
Love.
I think it really depends on the child. Mine on a trip? Forget it.
Wow, I’ve finally found what I’ve been looking for! I’m a total stranger to you, but I have been searching online all day about traveling with a little one to Europe.
I’m glad you and your family had a great trip! My husband, myself, and our 9 mo. old are actually taking a trip (last minute) to Spain in about three weeks and I have been stressing about the whole car seat issue. I read in your post you had to expedite your baby’s passport. We’re in the same boat :)
Anyhow, I’m wondering if you could offer some advice. I think I have the whole “airplane/carseat thing” worked out, but what about once you arrive? We plan on taking public transportation…I’ve read people take their carseats on taxis, etc. but my BIG question is: once you arrive at your destination via taxi, what the heck do you do with your carseat? Carry it all over town with you? I am TOTALLY puzzled. I’m wondering if taking a carseat is totally necessary. What was your experience?
I hate to bug you, but any advice you could offer would be lovely!
Thank you so much,
Christina
We didn’t really take taxis. We rented a car and left the car seat in the car. During the day, we walked pretty much everywhere and took M in the stroller. Do you have one that folds up easily and is light to carry? We have the Peg Perego Pliko 3 and it was worth every penny we paid for it. It was so easy to travel with! I didn’t take the stroller on the subway or the bus, but a friend of mine acted like it would be no big deal to take it on the bus. Lots of people use public transportation in Europe and strollers are everywhere.
I also used a sling A LOT! I have one from hotslings.com and goo-ga.com and both were very similar. This was especially good for getting through airport security.