Car seat on holiday

[mee mee]

Hi,

Need some advise on going holiday with a 1 year old.

How does everyone do about car seat arrangements?

Does airlines carry it for free as well as buggy?

I don't really want to carry one all the way there and back as it's massive comparing to 0+

Thanks

[Convex]

We always take ours, and it's always been free to take, but you need to check with the airline.

Buy a case/bag for it though.

[etta166]

Most airlines take them in the hold for free. Definitely get a case tho, as our set was damaged on one flight and the airline was awful about replacing it, and told us we would have to use their battered, questionably safe "replacement" while they investigated the damage to ours...

[david_carnell]

Are you hiring a car? Most car hire companies will rent you a seat as well. I've always done it and never had a problem.

Costs vary so shop around.

[mee mee]

Thanks everyone, helpful replies. I didn't think about the case before.

[enjoy]

Most of the car hire companies having unreasonable prices for their car seats.

If you can take it for free, its worth considering it.

Check prices with airline and car rental.

[edanna]

Yes the car hire seats are very expensive and often very poor quality.

[mee mee]

Thanks everyone for the replies

[shaunag]

We bought a lightweight britAx (toddler) seat for travelling-it has been damaged recently but has been on many flights. It was cheaper than buying a decent case, and with all the luggage was easier to transport. It also means our main sear is still in perfect condition for no2. It's also handy for if a pal comes over, and fits with a belt. You can get wrapping done at lots of the airports.

[snowboarder]

Yes - as above we bought a couple of super cheap light car seats for travelling - the cost of buying them was cheaper than hiring just for one trip so I'm not especially precious about them!