Steal Trap

"While on vacation, I take a digital photo of our daughter each day so that if she gets lost, I have a picture that shows exactly what she's wearing." —Stacy Walker, Terry, Miss. Get more family-friendly travel tips right on your mobile phone! Scan our QR code, here, and then check back each month as we add more tips.

"Flight attendants often work vampire hours and have to sleep during the day. How do we keep the sunlight from leaking into our hotel rooms? We clip a skirt hanger (or two) to the middle of the drapes, sealing them together. This trick works equally well for parents trying to keep the light from waking up their children." —Elisabeth Joyce, San Clemente, Calif. Get more family-friendly travel tips right on your mobile phone! Scan our QR code, here, and then check back each month as we add more tips.

"I always pack a bag or two of microwave popcorn. Most chains and many independent hotels have microwaves in either the guest rooms or a common area. The popcorn comes in especially handy when we arrive but aren't quite ready for dinner. I use the ice bucket as a bowl." —Stacey Maule, Eagle, Colo. Get more family-friendly travel tips right on your mobile phone! Scan our QR code, here, and then check back each month as we add more tips.

"To avoid ear pain during flights, bring along an apple. When you feel the plane begin to descend—about 25 minutes before arrival—start snacking. The chewing and swallowing will keep ears in good shape. I'm a pilot, and it works every time!" —Capt. Mike Filippell, Tower Lakes, Ill. Get more family-friendly travel tips right on your mobile phone! Scan our QR code, here, and then check back each month as we add more tips.