Single parent travel

Has anyone got first hand experience of travelling abroad as a single parent?
My issue is I’m wanting to take my 2 children abroad. I have a court order for my youngest (so I can take him away without other parents permission) however I don’t have one for my eldest. I can’t gain written permission from eldest son’s father as they haven’t had contact in over 2 years. Both children have valid passports and both have my surname. Would I be restricted from travelling? I’ve read so many conflicting accounts online, I’d just like to know from single parents of their personal experiences. Thanks x

 

Traveling with two children is not a fairy tale at all. It's hard for any parent, even one with ten years of experience. I know the hard part because I traveled with twins half a year ago by bus. Even though the bus hire munich had high comfort and didn't make me feel carsick at all like I usually do, the kids were restless. I had to calm them all the way and play with them to distract them from crying and screaming. I am insanely uncomfortable when my children scream loudly in public places. I hear you.

 

Quote Harun_Tref said:

Traveling with two children is not a fairy tale at all. It's hard for any parent, even one with ten years of experience. I know the hard part because I traveled with twins half a year ago by bus. Even though the bus hire munich had high comfort and didn't make me feel carsick at all like I usually do, the kids were restless. I had to calm them all the way and play with them to distract them from crying and screaming. I am insanely uncomfortable when my children scream loudly in public places. I hear you.

Absolutely agree with you. That's a nice point. Good thoughts. I'll try it.

 

Id hate travelling with kids. I also hate traveling when theres kids around me, they always seem to be either too needy or not well behaved.

 

Quote CreeperBoy said:

Id hate travelling with kids. I also hate traveling when theres kids around me, they always seem to be either too needy or not well behaved.

Haha nice one!

 

I haven't traveled with my daughter yet

 

good one

 

good one good oen

 

Depends age of the oldest. But will be fine with your paper

 

good