We purchased Trunkis originally for our boys for a train trip one Summer, and with our recent trip to New York City so I could attend the Toy Fair, there was a renewed interest in their 'ride-on' luggage.
Little did we know the attention they would draw! Currently, the two that we have (above) are NOT available (as they are being improved with additional features from the original versions), but we do have Harley the LADYBUG, and TIPU the Tiger on order and expected to arrive the week of February 22nd. Look for Terrance (BLUE - as pictured with one of our sons above) and Trixie (PINK) as well as a BUMBLEBEE to arrive later this Spring.
Features as listed by the Manufacturer • Carry handle - quick to grab for a departure gate dash • Locking catches - stop toys falling into the wrong hands • Key - fixed to strap so it never gets lost • Teddybear seatbelts - strap in the toys and stop them tumbling out • Internal pouch - for keeping little things tucked away and easy to find • Horn grips - take control, grab the horns and steer your Trunki • Stabilizers - prevent over-excited tots from toppling off • Integrated wheels - extra wide wheel base for superb cornering • Comfortable saddle - rest tired legs in queues • ID tag - just in case your Trunki or tot get lost • Towing handle - keep the kids in tow whilse carrying your own hand luggage • Strong hooks - tow several tots at a time! • Strap - throw over shoulder if you’re in a rush
Our boys (3 and 6) had a great time waiting for our checked luggage, as they cruised around on their Trunkis while we waited. We were thankful they had that distraction, not to mention that they then became in charge of their own inflight activities that kept them "traveling happy. We also could pull them along and keep them close when the airport 'traffic' was more congested, which was also comforting.
Contact us if you'd like one reserved! They retail for $49.99(solid colors) and $59.99 (animals), and are eligible toward our $99 and up FREE shipping offer. Also look for some fun new accessories for these (arriving soon!).
Next time you pack up your kids for a trip, why not equip them with 'doodle' activities. They allow for guided creativity, and plenty of open-ended fun!
We think we have found some of the best ones out there. Here they are in brief:
Doodles to Go: Oodles of Step-by-Step Doodles ($12.95)
Doodles at Dinner (or at Lunch): 36-tear off placemats to doodle on, bound on a cardboard pad, making them just as good for back seats or on kid's lap ($10.99)
Personally, I'm not sure the twos are so terrible, BUT, just in case you may be having a difficult time with a 2-year old in your life, here are some things that may help cure them (at home OR on-the-go), at least for a while! Rainbow Stacker: this simple, classic wooden toy from Melissa & Doug has 8 pieces to stack, sort, and help teach colors. Big on fun, small enough to take along anywhere! ($7.99) Bead Maze: This Cactus Bead Maze from ImagiPLAY is just the answer for those long waits at the Doctor's office or a restaurant - move the beads around, count the beads, name the colors, make up stories about the desert! ($12.99 ON SALE for $8.95) also comes in a Palm Tree version
Wooden Vehicles from Maple Landmark: these Mini Monster Wooden Cars are perfect for little hands and safe for those 6 months and up. There is no paint, just natural wood. Many BIG adventures for these MINI monsters - also comes in Bus and Truck versions - collect them all (only $4.99 each)
PlanPreschool Teddy from Plan Toys; most kids young and old have plenty of plush teddy bears, but this wooden companion is pose-able and sized for small hands. Constructed to be safe for those 19 months and up. It takes teddies one step further! (17.95 ON SALE for $11.95)
Rub a Dub School of Fish: Fish-shaped cup fun from Alex Toys. No child should go without stacking cups with endless play opportunities including TUB play. The many colored, many sized cups lend themselves to stacking, nesting, counting, color recognition, and our kid's favorite, crashing the stack over! (only $10.99)
See, those 'terrible' twos' energy can be redirected to fun, interactive, and educational fun. Easy! (?)
, and TIPU the Tiger 
on order and expected to arrive the week of February 22nd. Look for Terrance (BLUE - as pictured with one of our sons above) and Trixie (PINK) as well as a BUMBLEBEE to arrive later this Spring.
