If you’ve ever heard the phrase “Are we there yet?” more times than you can count - this article is for you.
Whether you're hitting the highway on a big lap around Australia or flying across the country to visit family, travelling with kids takes planning, patience, and the right gear. At Adventure Awaits, we’ve tried and tested it all (thanks to our little travel buddies), and we’ve handpicked the best of the best for kids on the move.
These aren't just popular travel toys - they're parent-approved, Aussie-adored, and have saved more road trips and flights than we can count!
Let’s start with one of our proudest creations — the Kids Travel Journal, 100% Australian-made and full of charm. This isn’t just an activity book — it’s a keepsake that kids will treasure for years to come.
Packed with fun prompts, space to draw, and spots to write about each stop, our journal encourages creativity and reflection. It’s a quiet activity (hello peaceful car or plane!) and a beautiful way to help your child engage with the journey.
✅ Australian made
✅ Great for writing, drawing and memory keeping
✅ Ideal for school projects and homeschoolers too!
Reusable, rechargeable, and totally mess-free — this LCD Writing Tablet is a road trip and flight superstar. Kids can draw, doodle, play games like noughts and crosses, and erase with a tap.
No crayons. No paper. No “Mum, I dropped my pencil!”
Just quiet fun — over and over again.
✅ USB rechargeable
✅ Magic sensory screen
✅ Lightweight and durable
These clever little Sensory Spinners suction onto plane windows, car windows, trays or tables and spin with a flick. They’re perfect for babies and toddlers who need something engaging during long stretches.
Bonus: they feature cute Aussie animals and are compact enough to stash in any bag.
✅ Stick to windows or trays
✅ No batteries needed
✅ Great sensory play for little ones
Say goodbye to boredom with our Busy Board Book. It’s loaded with zips, buckles, velcro and textures — perfect for fidgety fingers. Whether you’re waiting in airport lounges or stuck in traffic, this compact book keeps little hands busy and brains engaged.
✅ Sensory exploration
✅ Light and travel-friendly
✅ Easy for little fingers to manage
Reusability meets creativity with HeyDoodle Silicone Mats. These non-toxic, wipe-clean drawing mats come with their own markers and can be used again and again - at the airport, on the plane tray, or during lunch stops on the road.
They roll up easily, are lightweight, and loved by creative kids (and tidy parents).
✅ Eco-friendly
✅ Reusable and washable
✅ Soothing activity for little travellers
Magic Painting without the mess? Yes, please! Just fill the included water brush and let kids "paint" the scenes. As the water hits the page, colours magically appear. It dries clear, ready to paint all over again.
Perfect for younger children who want to feel creative on flights without any spills.
✅ No mess
✅ Great for toddlers and preschoolers
✅ Compact and repeatable fun
Road trip essential! These Tiger Tribe Window Markers let kids decorate car windows (or plane windows!) and wipe it all off when they’re done. Let them draw the places they see, practise their letters, or play tic-tac-toe.
✅ Wipes clean
✅ Keeps kids entertained with scenery
✅ Adds a creative twist to any trip
Who doesn’t love a game of Spotto? These Spotto Books are packed with things to look out for along your travels — animals, road signs, caravans and more.
They’re light, interactive and a total crowd favourite among siblings. Plus, they’re secretly educational.
✅ Aussie-made
✅ Fun for all ages
✅ Encourages observation and engagement
Turn snack time into fun time! These bento-style snackle boxes from Melii let you mix up fruits, crackers, cheese cubes and treats. Kids love having a variety to choose from, and parents love the neat, leakproof design.
✅ Encourages healthy snacking
✅ Reduces plastic waste
✅ Fits easily into backpacks
No more messy pouches or spoon-feeding disasters. Subo Bottles let you serve yoghurt, smoothies or purees without the spills. They’re reusable, easy to clean and travel-friendly.
✅ No-mess feeding
✅ Loved by toddlers
✅ Australian favourite
Wrap up your activity kit with some travel games for the whole family. Think magnetic puzzles, card games, drawing prompts and more - small in size, big in entertainment.
Great for caravan tables, motel rooms or rainy days in the tent.
From creative kits to sensory spinners, Tiger Tribe has become our go-to for toys that are easy to pack and designed for travel. Their focus on portable play makes them an Adventure Awaits favourite, and families keep coming back for more.
✅ Designed in Australia
✅ Mess-free, screen-free play
✅ Compact and clever
Travelling with kids doesn’t have to be hard - not when you’re prepared. Whether you’re heading off on a round-Australia road trip or flying interstate for school holidays, having the right mix of travel toys, mess-free snacks and interactive fun makes all the difference.
Everything in our travel collection is hand-picked by real parents (that’s us!) and road-tested by real Aussie families. These are the products we trust - and so do thousands of happy customers.
So next time you pack your bags, pack a few of these too. Your future self (and your fellow passengers) will thank you.
