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Family Values Magazine

PUTTING THE YUMMY IN MUMMY THIS WEEK… TRAVELLING WITH THE FAMILY

Gstaad, Aspen, St Moritz, Monte Carlo, Bermuda, Antigua…It’s vital for the all-round development of children that they experience other countries and cultures. Of course, getting them there can be a minefield of pressure points and explosive incidents; however, a little planning can make the journey seamless, crisis-free and perhaps even add to the excitement of the adventure.

First of all, ladies, take your nanny. Yes, it may add to the expense, but it’s your holiday too and you deserve the rest, so look on it as an investment in the quality of your life.

Secondly, prepare, prepare, prepare. Take snacks for the children–organic rice cakes never go wrong. Pack an assortment of toys and puzzles to keep those enquiring minds busy. And don’t forget to request that the airline block the row behind or in front to give you plenty of space to spread out and relax.

As soon as you board, change the de rigueur Chanel travel suit, remove all make-up and slather on the moisturiser. La Prairie is le essential! During the flight, keep the Evian flowing, the Clinique spritzer nearby and a short nap will re-energise those batteries.

Then, shortly before landing, leave your nanny in charge of changing the children into fresh clothes, while you reapply your make-up, restyle your hair and don your Dior. You’ll sashay down those aeroplane steps feeling a million dollars…and looking like it too!