Travel Buddies

Playtime to go!

Our handmade travel companions are perfect for on the go – in the car,
at a restaurant or on holiday. Compact, creative and full of little adventures for in between.

↻ 30-day returns
✓ Developed with educators
✓ Handcrafted
✓ Mostly OEKO-TEX® certified materials
⚐ Designed in Germany
calm activities for on the go

Travel Buddies

Long car rides, a meal out, or waiting at the airport – with small children, these are exactly the moments that quickly test everyone's patience. Travel Buddies are made for just that: compact, lightweight learning toys that fit into any bag and keep children meaningfully occupied on the go.

Meaningful activity instead of meltdowns

Open up a Travel Buddy and you'll find small tasks for lacing, sliding, and matching – enough to hold curious hands and minds for a while. Calm, focused play that trains fine motor skills along the way and naturally captures children's attention. The result: a more relaxed trip for the whole family, and a few minutes to catch your breath.

Designed with travel in mind

So nothing gets lost, Travel Buddies close securely and attach easily to the car seat, backpack, or stroller. That way the little companion is always within reach when it's needed – on the train just as much as in the waiting room.

Sturdy enough for many trips

Like all Jolly Designs products, our Travel Buddies are lovingly hand-sewn from soft felt, made from predominantly OEKO-TEX® certified materials. Sturdily made, they hold up to many trips and small adventures. And if a piece ever does go missing, replacement parts are available directly from us.

A practical gift with meaning

Whether as a small gift or a thoughtful present for travel-loving families: a Travel Buddy is always a good idea – on request, also available with a printed name.

Discover our Travel Buddies and make the next trip a little more relaxed for everyone.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's on your mind?

Is a Travel Buddy worth the price? +

We get it — at first glance, Travel Buddies seem priced similarly to a book for home. But their value really shows on the go: compact, sturdily made, with a carry loop and a matching buggy strap available as an accessory. A relaxed car ride or a peaceful restaurant visit is often worth every cent — and the Travel Buddy sticks around for many trips to come.

How is the Travel Buddy securely attached on the go? +

Every Travel Buddy has a handy carry loop — so it's easy to carry, clip to a hook, or pack in a bag. For attaching it directly to the stroller or buggy, we offer a matching buggy strap as an accessory: once attached, the Travel Buddy always stays within reach and won't end up on the ground, even if it slips out of small hands.

Are the materials safe for small hands and mouths? +

Yes, very deliberately so. We use predominantly OEKO-TEX®-certified materials and have our Travel Buddies TÜV-tested for safety. All small parts are securely sewn in — sturdily made for exactly those wild travel moments when everything gets tried out.

How long does delivery take — including with personalization? +

We deliver standard orders within 2–4 business days in Germany. Personalized Travel Buddies (with a printed name) take 7–8 business days in Germany and 8–10 business days internationally.

What if the Travel Buddy doesn't click with the child? +

You have 30 days to try it out at your own pace. If it really isn't the right fit, just send it back and we'll refund the purchase price. Personalized Travel Buddies are excluded from returns — unless the error was on our end.

Can small parts get lost in the car or on a plane? +

Travel Buddies are designed specifically for being on the go: they close securely, with firmly sewn-in velcro activities and storage pockets. That way, small parts stay right where they belong — even in the car, on a plane, or at a restaurant. And if something does get lost, spare parts are available directly from us.

Can the name be printed on the Travel Buddy? +

Yes. On Travel Buddies, the name is printed (rather than embroidered, as with the Quiet Books). The result is an elegant, hard-wearing print that holds up through many trips.

What does shipping cost? +

Within Germany, shipping is free from €79. To Austria it costs €7.90, and is free from an order value of €120. We ship to Switzerland for a flat CHF 5.95, regardless of order value. Any customs costs in Switzerland are paid by the recipient.