Planning a road trip with the family?
From staycations to vacations. Half term getaways, day trips out and visits to friends and family. We’re sharing our round up of the most perfectly packable toys to take away with little ones in tow.
There’s little more exciting than a shiny new toy for taking away on escapades. And, these lovely options won’t break the bank either. What’s more, these eco-friendly pieces are all crafted from sustainable, highly durable rubberwood and painted using child friendly dyes. Made to withstand day after day play whilst caring for our planet too.
Stack and Pack
First up, are these gorgeous stacking animal sets. Perfect for toddler taming on the go. Totally adorable, they are just the ticket for good old fashioned fun. Perfectly sized for little hands, they are so versatile too. Stack them up or use them during imaginative play. Available in a range of themes, there’s a set to suit your little one, from sea creatures to woodland animals and safari. And the best part is they come in a handy cotton storage bag for all your portable adventures. Eco friendly play at it’s very best. Take a look and decide on your favourite set.
Make Memories
Next up the sweetest wooden camera. Full of nostalgia, no expedition would be complete without capturing those memorable moments. Budding photographers will adore the realistic features, from the rotating lens to the click button. Not forgetting the all important handy carry strap. Say cheese! Made from solid wood it’s nice and chunky and painted in lovely bright yellow hues.
On Safari
Budding explorers will go wild for these wooden binoculars. Made for mini adventures, they feature a clever kaleidoscopic lens, for inspiring imaginative play. Super hard wearing too, they will be your little globetrotters new best friend as they take them on trips to the park or beach, for years to come.
For Little Emergencies...
How about some imaginative play? This amazing doctor's set will certainly do the trick. Little surgeons will enjoy saving the day over and over, during endless role play fun. The smart red kit bag will certainly seal the deal. With it’s wooden carry handles, it’s a portable gem, jam packed with wooden accessories. From a stethoscope to a thermometer, needle, surgical scissors and more. And, it means there’s always a doctor on hand, should you need one during your stay.
Shape Up
These shape tiles travel so well and are ideal for keeping busy little minds occupied on long journeys or meals out. Perfect from 12 months onwards, these sensory toys are sturdy enough to stand up to rough play yet lightweight enough to pop in your bag, ready to entertain and educate when the need arises. Choose from a range of themes, including musical, weather, natural habitats and more. Take your pick or collect them all.
Wheelie Good Fun
How about these for the ideal travel buddies. Our extensive collection of mini vehicles are great for storing in backpacks, ready for interactive adventures. Their small size means they won’t take up too much room and little ones will love having them on hand. Choose from emergency vehicles, retro sets and our fun pullback whizzers. Our playmats go great with these and are a good option if you're holidaying in the UK as they can be easily rolled up and won’t take up all the boot space. A parent’s saviour when a well earned holiday cuppa awaits.
Family Favourites
Games are really great for trips away and this rainbow cloud pop toy is great fun that all the family can enjoy. The clever spring loaded wooden cloud features five colourful rainbow pop-up rods (in three heights). A great toy for teaching dexterity and social skills as you take turns to push, pop, catch! Thanks to its compact design, it’s small enough to travel well and will certainly bring the entertainment factor.
We hope you enjoyed this read and wish you and your gang many happy, fun filled adventures, wherever you may roam.
Happy travels!
For even more ideas, you can shop our full range of gorgeous timeless wooden treasures online. If you need further inspiration, why not get in touch with us and we’ll happily help you on your quest. Don’t forget to follow along on Instagram too at @letoyvantoys.
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