Half-Term Holidays: Travel Vaccines for Children

Planning a family trip this February half-term? Whether you’re visiting relatives abroad, chasing winter sun, or embarking on a cruise, it’s important to make sure your child is protected with the right travel vaccinations.

At Northfields Travel Clinic in Ealing, we provide safe, age-appropriate vaccines for babies, toddlers, teens, and everyone in between. Our experienced pharmacists offer clear guidance based on your destination, trip type, and your child’s vaccine history.

Common Travel Vaccines for Children:

• Hepatitis A – safe from age 1; protects against contaminated food and water
• Typhoid – injection available from age 2+
• DTP Booster (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Polio) – required if last dose was over 10 years ago
• Yellow Fever – from 9 months+; mandatory for some African and South American countries
• MMR – can be given early for certain destinations if not fully vaccinated

Depending on your itinerary, we may also recommend:

• Rabies – for rural or animal-contact travel
• Meningitis ACWY – for parts of Africa or for students travelling abroad

Family-Friendly Travel Clinic in Ealing

We’re based just 1 minute from Northfields Tube Station, making us easy to reach from Hanwell, Brentford, Acton, South Ealing, and beyond.

Calm, welcoming atmosphere for families

• Same-day and advance appointments available
• Minimal wait times and expert travel health advice

We recommend booking 2–4 weeks before travel to allow time for any required doses.
Left it late? Don’t worry — walk-ins are welcome and we’ll do our best to help.

Book your child’s travel vaccine appointment today