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Passport Required

Parents flying with children should be prepared for new passport requirements. The United States is now requiring passport identification for travelers entering the country from Canada, Mexico and South American countries. Gone are the days when a birth certificate was enough! So next time you travel to one of the neighboring countries or take a cruise, be sure that you have a valid passport in hand. If you need to apply for a passport, do not wait until the last minute. It can take up to 8 weeks to receive a new passport. Families have many passports and documents to organize together. Consider using a Family Passport & Document Case to make organizing your family's passports a little easier to manage during times when you need to quickly present your documentation.

TSA Family Guide

TIPS Before you reach the airport

Please allow yourself and your family extra time to get through security - especially for baby travel or flying with kids.
Call your airline or travel agent for their recommended check-in times for your departure airport.
Talk to your children before you come to the airport and let them know that it's against the law to make threats such as, "I have a bomb in my bag." Threats made jokingly (even by a child) can delay the entire family and could result in fines.

TIPS At the airport

Speak to your children again about the screening process so that they will not be frightened or surprised. Remind them not to joke about threats such as bombs or explosives.
Tell your children that their bags (backpack, dolls, etc.) will be put in the X-ray machine and will come out at the other end and be returned to them.
Let your children know that a Security Officer may ask to see Mom or Dad's shoes, but that they will get these back as well.
You may want to consider asking for a private screening if you are traveling with more than one child.

(Courtesy of TSA)

TIPS After You Land

In popular, family-friendly destinations like Orlando, accommodations are abundant but also in high demand. Deciding where to stay is an important decision, because whereas a flight may only last several hours, you'll probably remain in your accommodations for at least several days. Timeshare rentals are a great alternative for large families who require more space and privacy.

With Florida timeshare rentals you can find family accommodation options with as many as three bedrooms and extra living space. Rentals also offer access to resort amenities you won't find elsewhere like babysitting referrals and laundry services. And when you don't have to pack extra clothing, you can worry about more important things like making room for your child's favorite stuffed animal.

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The Airport Screening Process when Traveling with Children

At the X-Ray

All carry-on baggage, including children's bags and items, must go through the X-ray machine. Examples include: diaper bags, blankets, and toys.
All child-related equipment that will fit through the X-ray machine must go through the X-ray machine. Examples include: strollers, umbrella-strollers, baby carriers, car and booster seats, backpacks, and baby slings.
When you arrive at the checkpoint, collapse or fold your child-related equipment. Secure items that are in the pockets, baskets, or attached to the equipment and place it on the X-ray belt for inspection. Plastic bins are provided to deposit such items.
If any of your child-related equipment does not fit through the X-ray machine, security officers will visually and physically inspect it.
Ask a Security Officer for help gathering your bags and child-related equipment, if you need it.

NEVER leave babies in an infant carrier while it goes through the X-ray machine.

The Walk-Through Metal Detector

If your child can walk without your assistance, it is recommended that you and your child walk through the metal detector separately. If you are carrying your child through the metal detector and the alarm sounds, the TSA Security Officer will have to additionally screen both you and your child.

Remove babies and children from their strollers or infant carriers so that Security Officers can screen them individually.
You may not pass the child to another person behind you or in front of you during this process.
Do not pass your child to a Security Officer to hold.
A Security Officer may ask for your help screening your child.

This is a picture of a child and parent passing through an airport security check point. When flying with children, infants or toddlers you should be prepared for the airport screening process by familiarizing yourself with the process and preparation tips that are available to you from the TSA and on FlyingRugrats.com.

(Courtesy of the TSA)

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