Travel Awards 2024 / 5 November 2024

Best Travel Product (For Parents) | Junior Design Awards 2024

When travelling with babies or small children, these award winning travel helpers make it a little less stressful for all

Winner:GOLD Best Travel Product (For Parents)

Who:smartrike

What:smartrike Traveler

Why:

Our judges loved this sleek buggy, suitable from 6 months to 4 years, that gradually
transforms into a trike as your child grows. Accompanying your little one on their journey from passenger to captain with full control of the steering, the Traveler is the only product in the world to include both a fully functional stroller and an independent kids’ trike. The panel was super impressed with the cool minimal design, compact storage and thoughtful extras like a 360° XL front wheel for navigating bumpy terrain and a 160° reclining seat, for ultimate naptime comfort.

A cool buggy that turns into a fully independent trike. Great that it folds down to such a compact size.

Bonita Turner, Editor of Junior, @juniormagazineonline

This is a great idea for children who want to be in charge! The way this buggy slowly adapts, giving toddlers a sense of independence while parents still have full control of the steering is genius.

Eleonore Crompton, Deputy Editor, Junior @juniormagazineonline

A very innovative product that allows parents and children to decide on the best way to travel together, by pushchair or trike. A great grow-with-me solution that takes your little one the distance!

Jennifer Cattaui, founder of Babesta, New York, @babesta

What a clever design! Love that it transforms from stroller to trike so easily. I can imagine it would give a child a lot of independence and confidence.

Jakki Jones, illustrator and talent PR, @jakkidoodles

I like that it grows alongside your child - a great design concept!

Zoey Goto, travel writer and author, @zoeygoto

Winner:SILVER Best Travel Product (For Parents)

Who:Rockit

What:Rockit Rocker (Rechargeable version)

Why:

This rechargeable, portable baby rocker that fits any pram or pushchair was a big hit
with our judges who could see how incredibly helpful it could be for parents. Invented by engineer Dr Nick Webb (PhD in Sound and Vibration Engineering) after he noticed that his baby would always wake as soon as her pram stopped moving, this cool rocket-shaped, easy to operate gadget maintains a rocking motion even when a buggy is stationery so that parents can enjoy a coffee with friends, play with their older children or simply have a moment to think!

Just brilliant. Another gadget I wish had been invented when my baby was still a baby. Great that it is so quiet.

Bonita Turner, Editor of Junior, @juniormagazineonline

This is such a clever invention that helps babies get good quality, unbroken sleep while giving parents precious time to relax, unpack the shopping, tend to older kids…

Eleonore Crompton, Deputy Editor, Junior, @juniormagazineonline

Absolutely LOVE this product. I had the big rocket when Marley was younger and I loved it. I wish this had come out back then. It’s the perfect pocket Rocket!

Jakki Jones, illustrator and talent PR, @jakkidoodles

A unique design that is tongue and cheek and distinctive!

Jennifer Cattaui, founder of Babesta, New York, @babesta

Such a smart concept - I love that it helps babies to have uninterrupted sleep while on the go.

Zoey Goto, travel writer and author, @zoeygoto

Winner:BRONZE Best Travel Product (For Parents)

Who:Alf the Label

What:Alf the Label Customisable Carabiner Capsule

Why:

Our judges loved this customisable, supersize carabiner that allows parents to create a
collection of pouches, purses and accessories that are always close to hand. Easy to use and practical, this simple but incredibly stylish travel companion clips to your buggy or bag so that all those essentials are easy to grab. The JDA panel agreed that the high quality finish and chic design made this the ideal gift for any stylish parent with organisation high on their list.

This is such a great way to keep life just that little bit more organised and beautiful!

Bonita Turner, Editor of Junior, @juniormagazineonline

So chic and multitasking - and I love the NY Fashion Week link!

Zoey Goto, travel writer and author, @zoeygoto

I love the high quality and detail in this product. A nice way to make on the go stylish and customized to your daily needs.

Jennifer Cattaui, founder of Babesta, New York, @babesta

Great idea! This is a very stylish product and very well thought out product. Love the idea of everything in one place and that you can attach it to your pram and then take it off easily.

Jakki Jones, Illustrator and talent PR, @jakkidoodles

You can tell a lot of love and thought has gone into this clever design. This will be used and treasured way beyond the baby years.

Eleonore Crompton, Deputy Editor, Junior, @juniormagazineonline