Return to main articleTop Travel Myths | 2008
Myth: Parents should pre-board with kids.
Reality: The pre-boarding courtesy offered by airlines to folks in wheelchairs, elite fliers, and people traveling with young kids sounds like a nice perk. But anyone who has traveled with kids knows it's best to have them confined in a cramped airline seat for as little time as possible. Current Advice: Let children run around in the airport to burn off some energy, so that there's a chance they will sleep on board. One parent may want to board early, to set up some books in the seatback compartment and store bags in the overhead bin. The other parent can take care of the kids and be among the last people to get on the plane.
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