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No matter where you adventure, when you take your wild things out, you need a place for them to play. Give your children a comfy space on the beach or at the soccer game with a pop-up portable tent that comes with its own travel bag.

• Available in two sizes: Regular (6 months-3 years) & Large (6 months -5 years)
• Dew resistant and UPF 50 sun protection
• Easy pop-up setup
• Ultra-fine mesh makes the Gloo bug-proof
• Super comfy self-inflating pad
• Roll-down fabric shade opening
• 100% machine washable, cotton cover
• Included travel bag

Available in two sizes, the Gloo play tent is intended for use for children 6 months, all the way up to 5 years old.

Lightweight

The Gloo only weighs 5.5 lbs. and folds up small to pack into the included travel bag.

The Gloo’s ultra-fine mesh keeps bugs out and children safe from bites and stings.

Even the coastal sun is no match for this portable beach tent. The Gloo’s UPF 50 canopy keeps children safe in the shade. The Regular Gloo comes with a zippered mesh opening, and the Large Gloo comes with a two layer mesh and roll-down fabric shade opening.

Self-Inflating Pad

The Gloo’s pad is self-inflating — just open it up, kick back and relax.

How to set up the mattress

Super Easy Setup

No poles, no assembly — just unzip, pop up, and settle in.

How to fold and unfold

Muddy Puddles Welcome

The Gloo’s soft, cotton polyester cover is removable and 100% machine washable.

Easy In and Out

Let their imagination run wild. The Gloo can be a play tent or a quiet place to hang out.

Specifications

Technical specs.

Size: Regular

• Materials: Polyester, plastic, foam, fiber, cotton, mesh
• Open dimensions: 44” L x 25” W x 18” H
• Folded dimensions: 14” L x 5” W x 14” H
• Item weight: 3.9 lbs
• Min. child age: 6 months+
• Max. child age: 3 years

Size: Large

• Open dimensions: 51.5” L x 28” W x 24.5” H
• Folded dimensions: 18” L x 4.5” W x 17” H
• Item weight: 5.5 lbs
• Max. child age: 5 years

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Joovy's Gloo is a pop up tent for kids that will give them a place to crash, wherever their adventures might take them. This travel tent is packed with thoughtful features: it's designed with durable, high-quality nylon to keep out the morning dew, a UPF 50 canopy to provide protection from the sun, an ultra-fine mesh to keep out the bugs, a floor mat that self-inflates just like a premium sleeping pad. The Gloo is 100% machine washable, so even the messiest activities are no worry, and it packs down into a form so compact that it will fit into a diaper bag. It even comes with its own travel bag for transport! The Gloo comes in two sizes, Regular (for kids from 6 months to 3 years) and Large (for kids up to 5 years)

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Joovy Gloo Review: We Adore This Toddler Travel Bed and Beach Tent

• January 19, 2022
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A quick note: I have not been compensated for this review, nor did I receive this travel bed for free or reduced cost. I only review items I use, with the hope that my insights are helpful for other parents!

We’ve tried quite a few different sleeping solutions for traveling with a baby or a young toddler. Seriously, we’ve run the gamut. We’ve had lots of bad experiences.

That’s why, as we were preparing to backpack Vietnam with a 3 year old and a 1 year old (crazy? maybe), we knew it was time to invest in a really good toddler travel bed.

We needed something that would be the perfect fit for our family and our style of travel. Something safe, comfortable, durable, and carry-on friendly.

We chose the Joovy Gloo after literal weeks of research and hemming and hawing over different portable baby beds. And we are thrilled with that decision.

Why you need a toddler travel bed

So first of all, who actually needs this thing, and what are the benefits? I would argue that anyone who’s baby is not yet comfortable sleeping in a real bed by themselves needs a toddler travel bed .

Our older daughter has been sleeping in a twin bed by herself since she was about 18 months. Whenever we travel, she now sleeps on a real bed (and in ours if there isn’t a second bed). She is totally fine with this.

But our little one, who was just 1 at the time of our Vietnam trip, was still in a crib at home, of course.

Why not just rent a crib?

First of all, crib fees. Most hotels charge a fee per night to use a pack n play or crib. We’ve been quoted as high as $75/night! Although $50/night is more common around the US. And still ridiculous, in my opinion.

Think of how quickly the Joovy Gloo infant travel bed pays for itself if you stay in hotels!

We tend to stay in Airbnbs more often than hotels, because they are much better suited for families . Airbnbs that have a pack n play available will often not charge you, or they will charge you a nominal amount. But it’s not always easy to find Airbnbs with that option.

The second problem with borrowing the crib or pack n play is cleanliness. We’ve definitely used some pretty icky hotel cribs. Never again.

The most important reason to get a travel baby bed, though, is familiarity. Back when we did use the hotel or Airbnb crib, our poor baby was having to adjust to a new sleep setting every night. This meant more tears, and less sleep, for everyone involved.

The Joovy Gloo is a wonderfully contained little unit. When your baby is zipped inside, it looks the same no matter where in the world you are.

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Is there going to be an adjustment period? Yes. But guess what? You can take on that adjustment period at home before you leave!! That way, your little one goes to bed in a familiar setting every night of your trip.

Our requirements for a toddler travel bed

First and foremost, an infant travel bed must be a safe sleep solution . There are tons of products out there that are marketed as “travel beds” that are not approved for infant sleep. Even for young toddlers, many of these beds pose a suffocation hazard, and should only be used supervised. We brought one of these, the bbluv Nido , as a bassinet to Thailand when our daughter was 4 months old. It was, at the time, marketed as a travel bed (although I see it no longer is). We noticed right away that she could roll into the corner (which is not mesh), so we did not end up using it for overnight sleep. We still loved it as a beach tent and for supervised naps, though!

The Joovy Gloo is certified safe to sleep on for babies 6 months and older. It was designed with safe sleep in mind, and is a fabulous option for parents looking for a travel bed for a baby or a toddler.

Sun Protection

We also knew that we would be using the Joovy tent at the beach, so it had to have good sun protection. We bought the Joovy Gloo Large, which has a UPF 50 fabric shade all around it. The Regular does not have fabric panels shading the zippered openings, although the mesh is quite dense and provides a significant amount of shade itself.

Portability

This was a top priority for us, and the reason it was so hard to choose a toddler travel bed. That bbluv Nido I mentioned before? It folded up to the size and shape of a frisbee. It was so easy to transport! But once I started looking at the options for truly safe, high-quality baby travel beds? Not to mention, ones that would fit a baby over 6 months old? I conceded that the frisbee level of portability was just not realistic.

We travel carry-on only . Every inch and every pound counts when there’s two adults to carry everything for ourselves, a baby, and a toddler. But having a safe and familiar bed for our youngest was a priority , so we dedicated one carry-on “slot” to the Joovy travel bed.

The Joovy Gloo is definitely portable, but it’s not exactly throw-in-your-diaper-bag portable. The Large, when packed up, is about an 18″ diameter, and a bit under 5″ wide. The Regular is 14″ diameter and 5″ wide. It comes with a carrying bag, which we used. They are both light, with the Regular coming in at 3.9 lbs, and the Large at 5.5 lbs according to Joovy’s website .

Ease of Use

Another important factor for us was how easy it would be to set up and take down. We were on the go for this whole trip, staying in a new place every few nights as we meandered our way up the coast. We needed a toddler travel bed that we could set up and break down in a breeze.

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The Joovy Gloo was the perfect choice for that! To set it up, you truly just unbuckle the strap and stand back – it will pop right up into place! You need to unfold the self-inflating air mattress and slide it in the pocket underneath, and it’s ready to go!

Folding it down is a tiny bit trickier, until you get the hang of it. I recommend practicing a few times in your home first! But once you understand the motion, it is extremely quick . Don’t forget to take the air mattress out first, and we found that the girls were fabulous helpers for stomping the air out before folding!

I would try to describe the folding process for the Gloo, but this video does a way better job than I could .

We’ve owned a few backyard tents. They don’t last long. They get rough use, I get it, but a lot of kids items like this just aren’t made to last.

With the Joovy Gloo tent (and frankly any product made by Joovy), you get what you pay for. The price tag is a bit higher than some of the other options, but this is a sturdy, high quality piece. You can feel it in the fabrics, and you will know it after weeks of use. The Joovy Gloo is no worse for wear after the adventures we’ve put it through.

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I really liked the bbluv Nido. For what it was, it was a great little product. But we put it through the ringer, and by the end of 3 weeks in Thailand, the frame was bent out of shape and poked through the fabric in multiple places. Things were unraveling. But because of the lower price point, I was okay with that and felt that it had “earned it’s keep”.

On the Joovy Gloo, I’m very impressed with the strength of the frame and the attention to detail in the construction. This is a toddler travel bed that will last. A much better investment, and a wiser environmental choice, as it’s not going to end up in the landfill any time soon.

Other Benefits

There are other things that make the Joovy Gloo the best toddler travel bed .

• The cotton cover is washable.
• The super-fine mesh keeps out bugs and slowing sand, but allows ample airflow.
• Zip-down shades on either side (on the Large) allow for maximum flexibility to adapt to the moving sun without disturbing a napping baby.
• The wide opening is easy for babies to crawl into and out of when unzipped.
• Unlike some pack n play style travel beds, there is no worry about tipping or crawling out of the top. When baby is zipped in, she is safe . This is one of the main reasons I chose the Joovy Gloo over the Lotus Guava (which is absolutely beloved for younger babies who travel a lot).

There are so many things to consider when you’re looking for the best toddler travel bed. For us, the Joovy Gloo inflatable travel bed is the perfect balance of portability, safety, and function. It serves not only as a travel crib for our 1 year old, but will continue to serve as a perfect beach and backyard tent for probably 4 more years.

Look, I haven’t tried every option on the market. But I did my research and found what I thought would be a good fit for our family, and I have been pleasantly surprised how this product has exceeded our expectations.

I hope my insights have been helpful for you as you choose what fits your family! Let me know in the comments if you have any questions!

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Originally published May 2020. Updated January 2022.

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13 thoughts on “joovy gloo review: we adore this toddler travel bed and beach tent”.

We got a Joovy Gloo a couple months back based on your review and have been enjoying it! Our baby has fun playing in it, and it’s worked well for naps while camping. We’re traveling to a beach soon and this will do double-duty as the crib at night and beach shade during the day. Do you have any tips or tricks for removing the sand that I’m sure will get inside?

We have actually found it fairly easy to dump out. Just make sure it isn’t wet when you pack it up, so that when you get home you can dump out any remaining sand in there. I feel like we’re never really 100% sand-free on a beach vacay, though. I’m glad you’ve been happy with it like we are!

What size did you get? Trying to decide if it’s worth it to splurge on the larger size. My son is only four months old.

We got the larger size so that we could continue to use it for a toddler travel bed, and we did use it up until about 2.5 years. I don’t think we’d have been able to use the small for anywhere near as long. If you think you will only use it as a baby, then the small might work well for you!

Love your review. It has convinced me that this is in fact the portable bed option I am wanting to go with. Which size is the one in your video example? Is it the large? I’m looking at purchasing a Joovy Gloo as a sleeping option for when friends visit with their toddlers. I’m just not sure which size to go with. My instinct is to purchase the large as it will be more functional as the kids grow. Youngest is currently 7 months.

Sorry that I am getting back to this so long after you asked! But for others still researching, the version I have (and I recommend!) is the large.

Did you find the dark color made it hotter then a light color on the beach? We want to use it as you do. However I am thinking of getting in silver, but wondering how it blocks out the light – if as good as the black color

Hello! I’ve been looking into travel bed options and came across your review of the Joovy Gloo! I’m thinking about whether it will meet our needs, and a contemplating purchasing one in the large size. It apparently comes in quite a few colors, both light and dark. Did you find that the dark color got really hot inside?

On the beach, it would definitely get pretty toasty in there if we had it out in the sunshine. I don’t know if the color made any difference, though… I think that would happen regardless, just like any beach tent. As a bed, I never found heat to be an issue.

I’ve been back and forth between this and the Guava Lotus Travel Crib, which I see you mention. Have you used both? Can you make any points of comparison between the two? Thank you!

I have friends who love their Guava Lotus, and I have checked it out (super high quality!) but I have not traveled with it to be able to answer that question. For us, size and weight matter, and the Joovy Gloo definitely wins in that category. If you don’t mind having a bit more luggage and you’re not needing to move places a lot during your trip, the Guava might be a good fit. But I also like how the Joovy is enclosed and makes a private, dark little sleep space for our little one, which is helpful if we’re all stuck in one hotel room and we’re not ready for bed yet.

I’m trying to decide on a color – black would provide more darkness for naptime/bedtime use, but I imagine the silver would be less hot in the sun, say at the beach. I see you got the black and used it at the beach! Did you feel like it made it pretty hot inside as opposed to a lighter color?

It definitely was warm inside, but I can’t say for sure that the silver would be that much better. Ultimately, we had it set up in direct sunlight in very hot conditions, so I think it would have been warm inside either way. If that is your primary use, I would say go for the silver just in case. But we went with black for the sake of a darker sleeping set up, and we’re glad that we did!

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Explorers Stick Together

No matter where you adventure, when you take your wild things out, you need a place for them to crash. Give your children a comfy space on the beach or at the soccer game with a self-inflating portable tent that can fit in a large diaper bag.

• Available in two sizes: Regular (6 months-3 years) & Large (6 months -5 years)
• Dew resistant and UPF 50 sun protection
• Easy pop-up setup
• Ultra-fine mesh makes the Gloo bug-proof
• Super comfy self-inflating pad
• Roll-down fabric shade opening
• 100% machine washable, cotton cover
• Included travel bag

AVAILABLE IN TWO SIZES, the Gloo is safe for children 6 months all the way up to 5 years old , making this a perfect outdoor and indoor tent for kids! LIGHTWEIGHT at only 5.5lbs, the Gloo folds up small to fit into the travel bag ULTRA-FINE MESH on this kids pop up tent keeps the bugs out and children safe from bites and stings UPF 50 CANOPY keeps children safe in the shade. The Regular Gloo comes with a zippered mesh opening, and the Large Gloo comes with a two layer mesh and roll-down fabric shade opening SELF-INFLATING PAD is easy to use, just open it up, kick back and relax SUPER EASY SETUP, all you have to do is unzip, pop up, and settle in 100% MACHINE WASHABLE cotton polyester cover on this toddler tent is removable, so muddy puddles are welcome! BUILT FOR FAMILY, DESIGNED FOR LIFE - Joovy believes that happy, healthy parents produce happy, healthy children and the Gloo Portable Kids Travel Tent is designed to be a play tent or a quiet place to rest

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Size: Regular                Materials: Polyester, plastic, foam, fiber, cotton, mesh                Open dimensions: 44” L x 25” W x 18” H                Folded dimensions: 14” L x 5” W x 14” H                Item weight: 3.9 lbs                Min. child age: 6 months+                Max. child age: 3 years Size: Large                Materials: Polyester, plastic, foam, fiber, cotton, mesh                Open dimensions: 51.5” L x 28” W x 24.5” H                Folded dimensions: 18” L x 4.5” W x 17” H                Item weight: 5.5 lbs                Min. child age: 6 months+                Max. child age: 5 years

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• UPF50-rated cover blocks out harmful rays
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• Dew resistant, bugproof, and UPF 50 sun protection
• Super comfy self-inflating pad that comes with removable, washable cotton cover
• Small enough to take anywhere with easy pop up setup
• Available in six colors and two sizes

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Gloo Pop Up Travel Bed. No matter where you adventure you need a place for kids to crash. Give your children a comfy space indoors or outdoors with a portable baby bed that can fit in a large diaper bag.The Gloo is perfect for giving babies and big kids a comfy place to snuggle up when you're off on your next great adventure. Unzip it and pop it up when it's time to nap in the shade. The Gloo's mattress is self-inflating, so just sit back and wait for a bed to come to you. When it's time to head back home, just press the air out of the mattress, fold up the Gloo, and you're ready to roll. The Gloo travel bed is tested and approved for use from 6 months to 3 Years (regular size) and 6 months to 5 years (large size).

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When traveling with toddlers , you need excellent travel toys , and what feels like a mountain of toddler gear. So finding great, ultra-portable gear is key! And finding a super-portable but still-comfortable-for-your-toddler travel bed is a particularly tricky piece of travel gear. But luckily, there are some really great options out there that you AND your toddler will love!

What We Were Looking For

When looking for great options for a toddler, or even a kid, travel bed, we are looking for a UNICORN.  We wanted something small and portable, but also comfortable. Something high quality that can be used for a growing child (and even passed on to the next child!), but budget friendly.  

Toddler travel beds are tough because well.. beds are big!

Ideally, a travel bed should be small enough that it can be packed in a suitcase for a flight. Our top choices are beds that fold up small, and are lightweight- less than 10lbs. We figure that you’ll want a travel bed that works in ALL situations so you won’t have to buy more than one.

However, we recognize that the options are limited when it comes to super portable, small kid and toddler travel beds. So, we’ve also included some more road-trip friendly options. These still fold up small, but maybe not QUITE small enough to be stuffed into a suitcase.

Comfortable

Durability/size range.

We HATE spending hard-earned money on products that just break a week later. So we always recommend the most durable products we can find, especially when it comes to toddler gear. Because if your toddlers are anything like mine, they’ll put their gear through the wringer.

We also prefer items that a growing child can continue to use as long as possible. No one wants to buy a travel bed EVERY time they go on vacation because their child has outgrown the one from the last vacation. We love gear that lasts and lasts.

We love finding great, low cost items for families because basically EVERY family would love to save a little money . However, sometimes we find that, for the right gear, spending a little extra can end up saving you in the long run. Perhaps because the gear lasts a little longer and you won’t end up buying a second item. Or perhaps because it’ll end up being something you love and use a ton!

We’ve selected items that we think are a good balance of quality and price.

One Strategy: Use What's Available

The easiest choice for travel beds for babies and toddlers is whatever you can find at your destination! If you can totally avoid hauling a travel-bed and pack a little lighter , you won’t regret it!

Hotels or Vacation Rentals

Hotels often have pack’n plays or cribs available to borrow during your stay. However, they typically operate on a first-come-first-served basis. So that can be a LITTLE scary if you really need somewhere for your child to sleep. I am not a risk taker, so I always call or email ahead and do anything I can to ensure that we will get one ahead of time.

Vacation rentals often have cribs or pack’n plays available as well. Check the listing, or ask the host. Certainly not EVERY vacation rental will have one, but it’s worth checking.

Friends and Family

Renting gear.

Did you know you can RENT toddler gear? Companies like Baby’s Away rent out baby and kid gear for traveling families. They often have cribs, strollers, high chairs, and all the little things you miss when you are away from home. And often, you can get all these items delivered to your hotel!

One note- these services are typically only available in bigger cities or prime vacation locations. But they often have really reasonable prices and can be a huge space saver for families with kids!

Best Travel Beds for Babies and Young Toddlers

Finding sleep solutions for wild and crazy younger toddlers can be TOUGH. They are strong, opinionated, and have a hard time adjusting to big changes, like falling asleep in not exactly perfect situations (unless their parent DOESN’T want them to fall asleep, then they totally will).

We looked for travel beds that would feel like their crib at home, or could be used frequently enough that they start to feel comfortable.

• Small and light- great for airplane or car travel
• Sets up in a snap
• Large enough to use for the baby and toddler years- perhaps even longer!
• High quality- built to last
• It can be a bit tricky to fold up, until you get the hang of it.

Kidco Peapod Plus

The Peapod Plus is a LOT like the Gloo. Just like the Gloo, the Peapod pops open making setup a snap, and it works well for indoors and outdoors. And, like the Gloo, its so portable that we know you’ll end up taking it everywhere with you, so your toddler will become super comfortable and familiar with it, making sleep easier every time.

The Peapod comes in two sizes, the standard, and the Plus. The Plus model is bigger, and has more features. We’ll be focusing on the Plus because we prefer that model.

The Peapod Plus is 52.5″ in length, and 34″ wide when setup, making it wider at the widest point, than a standard crib, and about the same length. It’s also slightly longer and wider than the Gloo.

Additionally, the Peapod plus weights in at only 3.65 lbs, making it SUPER lightweight and portable, and 1.85 lbs lighter than the large Gloo. It folds up small to a 19″ circle about 3.5″ in height.

The Peapod features a lightweight mattress, which snaps into the exterior of the travel tent, so baby will not come in direct contact with the mattress. So you don’t need to worry about deflating and inflating. In fact, the mattress can remain clipped to the tent even when you fold it up. One problem is that the Peapod does not come with any kind of washable sheet, and you really can’t add one since there is nothing to tuck it around and the bottom is super slippery. So cleaning up this travel tent can be a bit difficult.

According to the manufacturer, this travel tent is safe for age 1 to 5, so you’ll definitely get a lot of use out of this product.

• Super lightweight and portable- the lightest toddler sleep bed we are recommending!
• Instant setup!
• Large enough to use for early toddler through preschool, or longer!
• The quality isn't as high as the Gloo
• Mattress is a bit thin
• No sheet, making it more difficult to clean

Comparing Gloo Large to Peapod Plus

Because the Joovy Gloo and the Peapod Plus are SO similar, we created this chart to help you understand the differences and determine which one is right for you.

• Folded up, Gloo an 18" circle, 4.5" thick and weights 5.5 lbs.
• Gloo is a bit more expensive
• High quality construction
• Slightly smaller at 51.5" long and 28" wide
• Inflatable mattress has a bit more padding for your toddler
• Includes a zip in sheet for easy cleaning
• Folded up, Peapod is a 19" circle, 3.5" thick and weights 3.65 lbs
• Peapod is lower cost
• Some quality concerns
• Slightly larger at 52.5" long and 34" wide
• Mattress has a bit less padding for sleeping toddler
• No sheet, making it tougher to clean

Lotus Travel Crib

The Lotus Travel crib is NOT your standard Pack’n Play. Weighing in at only 13 lbs, the Lotus is less than half the weight of many others and with tons of extra features. Plus, the Lotus packs in to a smaller backpack style case, making it much more portable than a standard play yard. In fact, the backpack case is only 24″ x 8″ x 12″ (whereas a Pack’n Play is about 40″ x 10″ x 10″ folded up).

Set up of the Lotus is quick and easy. Just pull out all 4 legs and snap to lock. The mattress is thin, but still a big improvement over the standard play yard mattress.

The Lotus also has a zippered side, which is SUCH a handy feature. No more breaking your back, or tipping over as you attempt to GENTLY place your sleeping child in the bottom of the play yard. Or, if you child has a hard time falling asleep, mom or dad can lie on the ground, or partially in the Lotus to help.

Plus, you can leave the Lotus zippered side open while just out playing so your baby or toddler can climb in and out as needed.

And the Lotus rests on the ground, so there IS no weight limit, unlike most play yards. Your child can continue to safely use this travel crib as long as they can fit! The mattress is 41″ long, so we don’t expect your 5 year old will be sleeping in there, but you’ll definitely get plenty of use in the baby and toddler years.

• Much smaller, lighter, and more portable than a traditional play yard
• Easy to set up
• Crib-design and soft mattress will likely feel familiar to your child, making sleep easier
• The price is high
• Still too large for airplane travel
• Big enough for babies and toddlers, but not older kids

Older Toddlers and Kids

Shrunks inflatable air mattress.

• Thick mattress is comfortable for toddlers and kids
• Standard sheets fit the mattress without slipping off
• Tall bedrails prevent toddlers from rolling off the bed
• At as much as 26 lbs, this sleep solution is too large and heavy for easy airplane travel
• Not suitable for babies or younger toddlers. The manufacturer recommends age 2+

Intex Cozy Kidz Inflatable Bed

This kids air mattress is simple and perfect. At 62″ long and about 4 lbs, they are light but large enough to work for kids as they grow. It comes in fun, bright colors, and the price is GREAT.

The manufacturer did not provide ‘official’ folded up dimensions, but I measured about 9″ x 12″ x 3.5″ folded.

Even though it doesn’t come with any kind of bumper or bed rail, we felt comfortable having our younger kids sleep on it because it’s so close to the ground that, even if they fell off, we weren’t worried about them getting hurt. In fact, one child has rolled off and didn’t even wake up.

We also love that it is sturdy enough for kids. Our kids have jumped on these mattresses a million times, even from high up, and not one leak yet!

This mattress also doesn’t come with it’s own pump. We have tons of those little pumps lying around, so it’s no big deal for us, BUT if you don’t, it can make this not QUITE as budget friendly.

• At 4 lbs, this mattress is travel-friendly, even for airplane travel
• Budget-friendly
• No bumpers or rails
• Standard-sized sheets did not fit
• Does not come with a pump

Shrunks Inflatable Kids Bed Rails

Even if you have a bed available for your toddler, you may be hesitant to allow them to sleep on it after witnessing the wild nighttime gymnastics moves they are performing on the reg. Sometimes those hotel beds are HIGH, and you definitely don’t want your kiddo falling off.

But the Shrunks inflatlable bed rails really work! Place the bedrails under the sheet, then be sure to tuck the sheet (if you can’t tuck it securely, wrap it around the bed rail to keep it in place). They stay in place, and are high enough to keep your child in bed.

In fact, these bed rails are what my boys use MOST of the time when we travel. We LOVE them!

They fold up small to about 8″ x 5″ x 2.5in, and two weight only about 1.5 lbs. Shrunks provides a carrying bag, and a foot pump, but it’s really not necessary. They are small and can easily and quickly be blown up with only your breath.

• Small and light- perfect for travel, even by plane
• Works for all ages. Even safe for infants!
• Only works when there is a bed available for your child.
• Can slip off if not placed under the sheet correctly

Regalo My Cot

• Travel friendly at 7.7 lbs and 48" x 24.5" x 9". It's a bit bigger than we'd like for airplane travel but still doable
• Comes with a fitted sheet
• Can work for your child as they grow for years, especially if you buy the extra long
• Not all models come with a carrying bag
• Works best with a bit of extra padding
• Cot-style bed can feel strange for some kids, making it impossible for them to relax and sleep.

Wilkin Plush Nap Mat

Wilkin makes the CUTEST high quality kids stuff ( we love their backpacks! ), and this nap mat is no exception. They have several super adorable prints, and the material is soft and plush, as advertised. Many of the nap mat prints even coordinate with lunch boxes, backpacks, pencil cases, and more!

This nap mat has a padded bottom mat, and a build-in blanket. Note that the pillow portion of the mat is really a sleeve for folding up the nap mat, so it doesn’t really function as a pillow on it’s own. So, if your toddler needs one, you will need to bring one separately. The nap mat is 57″ long and 20″ wide, so toddlers and younger children will be able to use this mat.

The nap mat folds up into the pillow portion, and weighs in at about 3.8 lbs. The manufacturer did not provide ‘official’ folded up dimensions but my measurement is about 20″ x 15″ x 5″. So even though it’s a bit large, it’s quite lightweight, and it is squishy and can be packed into a suitcase fairly easily.

• At only 3.8 lbs, it's light enough for airplane travel, and squishy enough to stuff in a suitcase
• Cute patterns are lots of fun for toddlers
• Includes a blanket which can help minimize the number of items you need to bring.
• Not a TON of padding, so best when used on top of carpet or rugs
• Machine washable, but need to hang dry, which can be inconenient.
• No pillow included

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Joovy Gloo Portable Travel Tent

$119.99 $119.99 .

color : Sunset Purple

size : Regular

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Small enough to take anywhere, the Gloo is perfect for giving children 6 months up to 5 years a comfy place to snuggle up when you’re off on your next great adventure.

Dew resistant, bugproof and with UPF 50 sun protection, the Gloo has a pad that’s self-inflating.

Unzip it and pop it up when it’s time to nap in the shade, and when it’s time to head back home, just press the air out of the mattress and fold it up.

• Regular: Open dimensions: 44” L x 25” W x 18” H; Folded dimensions: 14” L x 5” W x 14” H; Weight: 3.9 lbs
• Large: Open dimensions: 51.5” L x 28” W x 24.5” H; Folded dimensions: 18” L x 4.5” W x 17” H; Weight: 5.5 lbs
• Materials: Polyester, plastic, foam, fiber, cotton and mesh
• Machine washable cotton cover
• Available in two sizes: Regular (6 months-3 years) & Large (6 months -5 years)

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Russia Through The Lens

In Moscow there’s a market that looks like a circus tent – Travel tip!

Just a couple of hundred meters from the Tulskaya station of the Moscow Metro , basically where the Third Ring Road crosses the Moskva river , you can find a pretty unique place where to eat and do a little food shopping : Danilovsky market .

In the past, this used to be one of Moscow’s largest and most renowned farmer’s markets and it was meant to both offer an outlet in the city for real farmers and provide access to fresh produce to Muscovites (in the Soviet times, that was definitely not always easy). It was built like a huge concrete circus tent (or a flower, it actually really looks like a flower from the air, as you can clearly see in Google maps ).

Now the whole neighbourhood is undergoing strong gentrification , with new luxury residential complexes being built and former factories being turned into lofts and space for tertiary . One noticeable effect of this process has been the transformation of the Danilovsky market from real farmer market into an upscale market with a variety of offerings, including handcrafted products, flowers, delicacies and a delightful series of small restaurants offering cuisines from around the world.

This has turned the market from an affordable food and produce shopping place for the area residents to a very hip meeting point where to explore different flavours in a very informal setting . The market is also very popular among the “office crowd” as it offers a very wide variety of foods to consume during a short lunch break, with the added benefit of being able to shop for dinner in the same place.

One of my favorite places where to eat is the “Chowder and Pie”, where (as you might have guessed from the name) you can find excellent chowder . Their offer includes a fantastically authentic New England Clam Chowder and a more “localized version” of crab chowder, made with real (and rather abundant) Kamchakta crab meat.

In general the prices are on the low-side for Moscow standards and really quite cheap compared to “the West” . You can easily eat a full lunch for under 5 Euros/USD and a dish with lots of crab meat will set you back less than twice as much.

Most, if not all, of the restaurants actually have other locations in the city, but they usually created special menus and special offers for this informal settings . So, instead of having to go to a restaurant and likely reserve in advance to enjoy a properly prepared Beijing duck , you can just walk in the market and order a portion.

Another great thing about this setting is that you and your friends (or colleagues) can easily eat together, while having completely different foods . That is because each kiosk/restaurant does not have a “reserve” sitting area. There are tables and chairs (or benches) all around the perimeter of the market (including a very nice “inside terrace” from where I took the feature picture of this post) and you can get your food and sit wherever you want.

You can still find fruits, vegetables, fish, meat, cold cuts and cheeses in Danilovsky market, but… there’s a but. As I mentioned, this is no longer a market aimed at low-income families where the main selling point is the low price (during Soviet times it was mostly the actual availability to be almost extraordinary…). Everything is high quality and very… how can I say… “polished”. Of course if you can afford to spend a little more you find fantastic fresh fruit and vegetable, especially for seasonal foods. In the warmer months of the year there are a couple of pomegranate stands that offer both the fruits and their freshly squeezed at the moment for you. The central part of the market is occupied by a 360 degrees circular fish stand, which sells fantastic fish and seafood (some of which is still alive), including marvellous sturgeons (the fish from where black caviar comes from).

The real forte of the market today, though, is speciality foods , which are harder to find elsewhere, even in huge supermarkets. Many kiosk have a decidedly “regional” soul , like the ones with all kind of frozen fruit and sweets from the middle-east or the states South of the Russian border ( Turkmenistan , Kazakhstan , Tajikistan Armenia , Georgia and so on). Apart from that you can find Italian gelato (ice cream – but that is actually not very much like the real Italian one), Belgian waffles, French patisseries (sweet shops) and boulangeries (bakeries) and so on.

Finally, some other stands specialize in a specific product (meat, fish, cheese and so on) and there you can find a pretty good choice of varieties coming from all around the world and in general of good to high, to very high, to excellent quality (with prices to match).

Ah, I was almost forgetting, but if you aren’t yet convinced by all you’ve read so far, my Travel Tip is pretty simple: trust me and go visit Danilovsky market in Moscow, especially if you have an hour or a little more free for lunch or dinner and you want to experience something different, fun, exotic and overall decidedly affordable for your meal!

Would you like to  discover the Russia that foreigners rarely, if ever, get to see , with an English (and Italian, Spanish and French) speaking guide (me and my wife) showing you the sights and telling you a bit about Russian history and traditions? If so, do  get in touch  and we’ll be happy to create an unforgettable, tailor-made experience for you!

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