Winter Vacation Packing List: Nasiba’s Picks
Going away for the holidays? The Tot Founder and mama of three, Nasiba Adilova, is here to tell you what she packs to keep her family warm, cozy, in style and entertained during the winter months. Whether you’re driving, flying or catching a train – her list has everything you need for time away with the fam.
As someone who loves snuggling up in matching PJs with my whole family, winter vacations are my absolute favorite. Is there anything better than bottomless coffee while watching the morning sun melt the snow? With winter well and truly upon us, a lot of my friends have been asking me what they should pack to go on vacation with their kids. Now that I’m a mama of three, my packing list has gotten a lot longer, however, a few things have remained the same.
It doesn’t matter what time of year it is, the hardest part of traveling is keeping everyone entertained, fed and well rested. If you’re traveling somewhere cold, there’s the added battle of keeping them entertained indoors. I love games that can be played with in different ways and can cater to any age. If you’re in a car or boarding a long haul flight, it’s wise to have easy to pack and non-toxic craft supplies. Let’s be honest – being able to color while waiting for food to arrive at a restaurant or a flight delay can and will LITERALLY save the day.
Aside from packing games and appropriate weather clothing like warm hats, mittens and jackets, it’s also a good idea to have items on hand for first-aid and fuss-busting like a pediatric thermometer. While we all do our best to stay healthy, babies and kids tend to get sick – especially on vacation!
Scroll down to check out my winter vacation packing list.
Winter Wardrobe Essentials
Pom Pom Beanies
Made of angora wool and faux fur, Bobble Babies’ adorable hats have removable pom poms making them both versatile and cozy.
Bobble Babies Single Pom Pom Beanie – Natural Pom
$55
Bobble Babies Triple Pom Pom Hat
$56
Available in more colors
Bobble Babies Single Pom Pom Beanie
$55
Available in more colors
Personalized Hoodie
Exclusively available at The Tot, this hand-tie dyed T H E M E hoodie can be personalized with a name, initials or favorite word to create something truly unique.
T H E M E Tie Dye Personalized Hoodie
Wool Hoodie
As the mother of two kids who are the definition of ‘on the move,’ the Mini A Ture Gill Hood has been a total savior! Easy to tie under the chin, it’s super soft and naturally hypoallergenic.
Mini A Ture Gill Hood
$60
Merino Wool Gloves
Just like little ears, kids hands need to be kept warm and cozy. Made to match the Gill Hood, Mini A Ture Celie Gloves are a must!
Mini A Ture Celie Gloves
$60
Toddler/ Big Kid Ski Gloves
Planning on building a snowman? Mini A Ture Cesar Gloves come with a zipper and strap making them easy to put AND keep on.
Mini A Ture Cesar Gloves
$73
Available in more colors
Faux Fur Lined Booties
For those just learning to walk, I love Donsje Amsterdam’s Pina Lining Bootie. Designed with a soft sole, they provide the right support and space needed for developing feet.
Donsje Amsterdam Pina Lining Bootie
$69
Available in more colors
Wool Lined Boots
My older kids love Donsje Amsterdam’s Archie Lining Booties because of the wool lining. Easy to dress up or down, they’re a winter wardrobe essential.
Donsje Amsterdam Archie Lining Bootie
Ranging from $119 – $129
Reversible Winter Onesie
Since I’m traveling with my little gal pal this year, I’ve invested in a few warm onesies. Reversible and oh-so-cozy, the Tartine et Chocolat one piece makes winter strolls nice and warm!
Tartine et Chocolat Reversible One Piece
$270
Baby Puffer Suit
Similar to a sleeping bag, the Mini A Ture Yoko Suit provides warmth as well as practicality. Easy to zip and unzip for diaper changes, it’s a fav for any winter wonderland adventure.
Mini A Ture Yoko Suit
$238
Available in more colors
Velvet Coat
Since many of my trips involve special lunches or dinners, I like to bring a few nice coats for the kids. Made of buttery soft velvet, this Bonpoint Coat is a total statement piece.
Bonpoint Velvet Coat
Ranging from $290 – $310
Baby/ Toddler/ Big Kid Puffer Jacket
Designed to help keep the elements out, the Toastie Cloud Puffer Coat is a no-brainer for those who love getting out and about. Great for hiking, skiing or a backyard play session, it’s durable as well as comfortable.
Toastie Cloud Puffer Coat
$100
Available in more colors
Toddler/ Big Kid Puffer Jacket
The Mini A Ture Wali Jacket provides a bit more length, which is great if you’re going to be doing a lot of sitting outdoors.
Mini A Ture Wali Jacket
$315
Family Matching Pima Cotton PJ Sets
This year, HART + LAND has released holiday themed PJ sets for the whole family and I am HERE FOR IT. Made in pima cotton, which is naturally hypoallergenic and non-toxic, they feature original artwork and are exclusively available at The Tot.
HART + LAND Pima Cotton Footed Bodysuit PJ – Skiers
$40
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HART + LAND Toddler/ Big Kid Pima Cotton PJ Set – Skiers
$50
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HART + LAND Women’s Pima Cotton PJ Set – Skiers
$98
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HART + LAND Men’s Pima Cotton PJ Set – Skiers
$108
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For Getting There
Audio Storyteller
As someone who likes to avoid screens, I couldn’t be more obsessed with the Lunii My Fabulous Storyteller. It lets kids choose the hero, setting, second character and object of their tale and then voile: story time!
Lunii My Fabulous Storyteller
$79.90
Arts & Crafts Supplies
Snow days, rainy days, down days – they all call for some crafting! Kid Made Modern is my go-to when it comes to non-toxic craft supplies and their My First Arts + Crafts Library is the perfect starting point.
Kid Made Modern My First Arts + Crafts Library
$29.99
Activity Pack
Mudpuppy’s Activity Packs have made airport delays so much more bearable. Easy to pack up and store, they include stickers, coloring-in and more.
Mudpuppy – Our World Activity Pack
$14.99
Connect Four Game
The thing I love about Sunnylife’s Lucite 4 In A Row Game (aside from the fact that this is a timeless game that the world will always love,) is that it doubles as the storage box! Oh and it looks awesome!
Sunnylife Lucite 4 In A Row – Super Fly
$100
Jumbling Tower
A new take on a classic game, Sunnylife’s Jumbling Tower is fun for the whole family. The best part – when you’re not playing the game, the pieces can be used as building blocks.
Sunnylife Lucite Jumbling Tower – Super Fly
$130
Jigsaw Puzzle
Puzzle play is a great way to unwind. For kids, it’s also beneficial for the hand-eye coordination development and critical thinking skills. This unique option from Floss and Rock comes in a convenient box and will be a fun way to spend the evening while on vacation.
Floss and Rock Deep Sea Shark Shaped 80 Piece Puzzle
$36
For Bumps Along The Way
Forehead and Ear Thermometer
Designed to be used on both the forehead or the ear, the Innovo Thermometer is what I recommend to all of my mom friends.
Innovo Thermometer
$29.99
Fever Cooling Pads
When kids have fevers, they can be wildly uncomfortable and have extra trouble sleeping. Mine really enjoy using fridababy’s FeverFrida pads to help cool them down.
fridababy FeverFrida
$6.99
Accurate Dose Pacifier
Finally – someone figured out how to get kids to take their medicine! The fridababy MediFrida delivers medicine through a pacifier shaped dispenser. Tried and trusted, I highly recommend having this on hand!
fridababy MediFrida
$12.99
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