For Kids’ Eyes Only: Emirates’ Travel Hacks – Summer 2025 Edition
It’s finally summer, school’s out, and you’re flying with the GOAT – Emirates. Here’s how to max out your trip with these top kid-friendly travel hacks:
Board Like a Boss
Kids and families board first at all international airports. VIP vibes only!
Meals That Slap
Feeling hangry? Emirates’ kids’ meals are different—think mac’ n’ cheese, nuggets, mini burgers, pizzas, snacks, juice, and sweet treats. They are served on a cool tray with Emirates crew and pilot avatars.
Next-Level Entertainment
Emirates = OG of in-flight fun. Grab the purple kids’ headphones (they’re softer!) and dive into:
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100+ movies
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Shows from Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, CBeebies
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All 16 Harry Potter titles, Marvel, and more
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Get hyped: “Chicken Jockey” lands on August 1
Games, Music & More
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Play 100+ video games (some even multiplayer across seats!)
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Listen to Swifties, BTS, Livies, and more on Emirates’ music channels or onboard Spotify.
Screen Break? No Problem
Ask the crew for a ‘Fly with Me’ activity pack – puzzles, maps, colouring, drawing tutorials, and collectable cards to flex your brainpower.
Comfort Game Strong
Cosy up with Emirates’ blankets and pillows for kids in all classes. Nap game = elite.
New Drip Alert
Snag the newest Emirates kids’ kit bags – choose a backpack, duffle, or crossbody (ages 7–12). Younger kids get toys too.
Memories? Captured.
Crew take instant Polaroid pics of your trip – yours to keep in a limited-edition Emirates photo frame.
Tiny Travellers, Big Comfort
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Free Emirates strollers at DXB’s Terminal 3
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Infant kits onboard with diapers, lotion & bib
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Bassinet seats & organic baby food available
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Mother-and-baby rooms in DXB lounges for calm moments
DXB = Dessert Paradise
Travelling through Dubai on Fri–Sun (12–6 PM)? Grab free ice cream at 4 carts in Departures (till July 20): mango, chocolate, strawberry, sorbet… A win is a win!
Lounge Like a Pro
In DXB’s First & Business Class Lounges:
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Arcade-style games
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PlayStations
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Dedicated kids’ zones
Flying Solo? You’re Set
Ages 5–11 can fly with Emirates’ Unaccompanied Minors service:
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Special team stays with you the whole time
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Chill in the exclusive UM Lounge with games, Wi-Fi, snacks, and your own bathrooms
Glow Up Inflight
Shop the latest with EmiratesRED – cameras, smart bands, skincare, and more. Preorder with code RED10 to save 10%.
Join Emirates Skysurfers
Ages 2–17? Sign up for Skysurfers to earn Skywards Miles and redeem for flights, upgrades, and cool experiences.
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