Have baby... Will travel

Traveling abroad with a baby is definitely a new game for me.
As out international departure date near, what would generally be increased excitement has become a period of increased questions.
We are, as I am sure all traveling families attempt, trying to travel light. Tis isn't just an ideal of ours but a requirement once we reach our destination. Once aboard the private sailboat with grandma and grandpa (who will for the future be referred to as Capa and Adi, room is limited and many of the things that may be helpful to these new parents en route, will create a cumbersome burden once aboard.
So the questions keep coming. As soon as i figure one out, another pops into my head.

1. How will i manage to get through the airport with no stroller, baggage, and Jr?
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2. How will i get my 14 mo Jr. To sit happily on my lap for over twelve hours of flights and three lay overs.
Answer: lots of snack, some new toys (actually old favorites that I have hidden for now), and honestly- none of it will probably work very well. Which is why I have taken Jr's pediatricians advice and am continuing to breastfeed until we return. It is good for Jr; will be an emergency supply of food in case something happens, it may keep my fellow plane passengers happier; and most of all will help boost Jr's immunity to anything we come in contact with along the way.

3. How do we get around once we are there without a caraway?
Answer: Not sure about his one yet. I guess, when in Rome... Jr will probably be on my lap once again. That sue puts a damper on any driving tours!

4. Do hotels have cribs?
Answer: yes and if it is a good one, there should be no extra charge.

5. How do I ensure there is enough food for Jr at our remote destination without having check a duffel bag full of food.
Answer: amazingly TSA allows for additional limits of liquids if you are traveling with a young one or are a mom who is pumping while away from her baby. Incredible. I am sure this rule came about only after some one made a stick. I would be surprised if a regulatory agency came up with this on their own.

Here is the kind of thing i expect to see from a regulartory agency.  This just made me laugh!

"NEVER leave babies in an infant carrier while it goes through the X-ray machine.
-from the tsa website

Now, I guess I can be thankful that question never entered my mind!