Emirates Offers Exciting Travel Hacks for Kids This Summer 2025

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June 30, 2025 12:13 PM

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Dubai, UAE – It’s summer again – school is out, and the family holiday is near! As you prepare for your summer 2025 holidays, flying with kids is made easier and jollier than ever by Emirates, which is introducing unique travel hacks meant to keep little travelers happy and cozy. From priority boarding to kid-friendly dining, entertainment, and perks, Emirates ensures families have a holiday to remember, beginning the moment they enter the airport.

As the GOAT of air travel, Emirates is introducing a variety of exciting features and services that make the summer travel season even more enjoyable for kids. Whether you’re flying short-haul within the GCC or embarking on an international journey, Emirates has something special for young travelers. Let’s dive into the top Emirates travel hacks for kids in Summer 2025.

First to Board – Emirates Prioritizes Kids

No more waiting in long lines! Emirates offers priority boarding for families at all international airports. Parents can now ensure their kids are comfortably settled as the first to board the plane, without the stress of waiting in queues. This is just one of the many ways Emirates prioritizes families, making the airport experience smoother and less stressful for everyone.

Food That Hits the Spot – Kid’s Meals That Slap

When hunger strikes mid-flight, Emirates’ kid’s meals are here to save the day. With a variety of meals on almost all routes (excluding some short-haul flights within the GCC), young travelers can enjoy favorites like mini burgers, mac n cheesy, pizza, nuggets, and plenty of healthy snacks. For sweet-tooths, there are also treats to enjoy. The meals come with fun trays featuring Emirates crew and pilot avatars, adding an extra bit of excitement to mealtime.

Award-Winning Inflight Entertainment – Ice for Kids

Emirates is renowned for its inflight entertainment – and it’s even better for kids! The airline’s award-winning ice system offers the biggest screens and the best content. Young passengers can enjoy a wide variety of channels, including Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, CBeebies, and many more. With over 100 kids’ movies, there’s something for every taste, including a special Wizarding World folder featuring all Harry Potter films, a Marvel selection, and popular TV shows like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and SpongeBob SquarePants.

But that’s not all—on August 1, get ready for the premiere of Chicken Jockey onboard. For the ultimate in comfort, kids can ask for purple headphones designed specifically for them, ensuring a snug fit and enhancing the viewing experience.

Comfort and Relaxation – Blankets, Pillows, and Snoozing

For families flying long distances, Emirates knows the importance of comfort. Every class on Emirates flights includes blankets and pillows for kids, ensuring a cozy sleep environment. Whether on a red-eye flight or during a long-haul trip, kids can rest easy and recharge for the adventures ahead.

Fun and Games – Activity Packs and Games Onboard

Sometimes, it’s nice to take a break from the screen. Emirates’ Fly with Me activity packs are perfect for keeping kids engaged with puzzles, drawing tutorials, colouring pages, and collectible card sets. For young travelers who prefer a bit of friendly competition, Emirates also offers up to 100 video games onboard. Many of these games are multiplayer, so siblings or friends seated separately can join in on the fun.

Stylish Kits and Fun Memories – Emirates Travel Kits

For kids aged 7-12 years, Emirates has just launched new kit bags onboard. Collectable backpacks, crossbody bags, and duffle bags come with cool designs, alongside separate toys and bags for younger children.

In addition, Emirates offers Polaroid cameras onboard to capture fun moments during the flight. The cabin crew will help snap a photo of your family, and you’ll receive the image in an Emirates-branded photo frame—a perfect keepsake from your trip.

Ultimate Family Travel – Strollers and Family Check-In

Traveling with babies or toddlers? Emirates has you covered with complimentary strollers available at Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport (DXB). For families traveling with young children, Emirates provides over 1,000 new Maxi-Cosi strollers for use in the terminal. Additionally, Emirates features a dedicated family check-in area during peak travel periods, so families can avoid long queues.

To top it all off, free ice cream is available for families traveling on weekends (Friday-Sunday, 12 PM-6 PM) until July 20, with carts offering mango, chocolate, and strawberry flavors, as well as sorbet options.

Unaccompanied Minors – Safe and Fun Solo Travel

Emirates also offers a special service for children traveling without their parents: the Unaccompanied Minors service. This service ensures children aged 5-11 years are safely escorted by Emirates staff throughout their journey. From check-in to boarding, and even at the destination, the team is there to help. For extra peace of mind, there is also a dedicated Unaccompanied Minors Lounge at DXB with comfortable sofas, video games, snacks, and drinks.

Baby-Friendly Services – Making Travel Easy for Parents

For families traveling with infants, Emirates provides a range of baby-friendly services. Organic baby food, milk formula, and bottles are available onboard. Additionally, babies are given an amenity kit with essentials like diapers, a bib, and a changing mat to keep them comfortable throughout the flight. For added convenience, bassinets are available for infants under 2 years old.

Loyalty Program – SkySurfers for Young Travelers

Young travelers can also enjoy benefits with Emirates’ Skysurfers loyalty program. Kids aged 2-17 years can earn Skywards Miles on Emirates and flydubai flights, redeeming them for flights, upgrades, and exclusive kid-friendly experiences.

Conclusion

Whether you’re looking for entertainment, comfort, or fun perks for your kids, Emirates has it all this summer. With priority boarding, fun inflight services, and a host of family-friendly features, flying with Emirates is an experience that kids (and parents) will love. For more information, visit the Emirates website to discover all the family-friendly offerings and make your summer 2025 travel unforgettable.

(Source: Dubai Tourism Website and Emirates Website)