Find a Holiday Nanny for Luxury Family Travel

Travelling with children can be a wonderful experience, but it also involves changing routines, unfamiliar surroundings and additional planning. An experienced holiday nanny can provide consistent childcare throughout the trip, helping children feel settled while giving parents greater flexibility.

Bespoke Bureau recruits professional holiday nannies for families travelling throughout the UK and internationally. Whether you are planning a summer holiday, ski trip, private villa stay or extended period abroad, we can help you find a nanny suited to your children, itinerary and family routine.

Families looking for temporary or travelling childcare can speak to our household staff recruitment team about their requirements.

What Is a Holiday Nanny?

A holiday nanny is a childcare professional employed to support a family while travelling. They may accompany the family from home or meet them at the destination.

Assignments can last from a few days to several weeks or months. Depending on the family’s requirements, the nanny may be responsible for:

• Maintaining the children’s usual routines
• Organising age-appropriate activities and outings
• Preparing simple meals for the children
• Assisting with children’s packing and laundry
• Supervising swimming and outdoor activities
• Providing evening childcare when agreed
• Accompanying the family to restaurants and excursions
• Helping children adjust to new environments and time zones

The nanny’s responsibilities, working hours, accommodation and time off should always be agreed before the trip.

What Are the Benefits of Hiring a Holiday Nanny?

A holiday nanny allows parents to enjoy time with their children while also having additional support when needed.

Children benefit from having a consistent and experienced person responsible for their care, even when the location and daily schedule change. This can be particularly helpful for babies and younger children who rely on familiar routines around meals, naps and bedtime.

A nanny can also give parents the freedom to enjoy dinners, activities or periods of rest, knowing that their children are being professionally cared for.

For families with several children, a busy itinerary or frequent travel between properties, this support can make the entire holiday run more smoothly.

What Should You Look for in a Holiday Nanny?

Travelling roles require more than general childcare experience. Holiday nannies often work in unfamiliar surroundings and must be able to adapt calmly when plans change.

Important qualities may include:

• Professional childcare experience
• Previous experience travelling with private families
• Excellent references
• Discretion and respect for family privacy
• Flexibility and initiative
• Confidence organising suitable activities
• Clear communication with parents
• The ability to work alongside other household staff
• A valid passport and any necessary travel permissions
• Language or driving skills where required

Some families prefer British-trained nannies, while others require multilingual candidates or professionals with extensive international experience. We also recruit experienced Filipino nannies and housekeeper-nannies for families seeking a combination of childcare and household support.

Define the Role Before Beginning Your Search

A clearly defined position makes it easier to identify the right candidate.

Before beginning the search, consider:

• The number and ages of the children
• The destination and length of the trip
• Whether the nanny will travel with the family or meet them abroad
• The expected working hours
• Whether evening childcare is required
• Whether the nanny will have sole charge
• How much time off will be provided
• Whether driving is necessary
• Whether nursery duties, laundry or meal preparation are included
• Whether the family will be travelling with other staff

You should also explain the type of accommodation available. Wherever possible, a travelling nanny should have a private bedroom. Any requirement to share with a baby or child must be made clear from the beginning.

Families normally cover the nanny’s travel, accommodation, meals and agreed work-related expenses.

How Much Does a Holiday Nanny Cost?

The cost of hiring a holiday nanny depends on several factors, including the candidate’s experience, destination, working hours, number and ages of the children and the length of the assignment.

Rates may also be affected by overnight responsibility, sole-charge care, language requirements, driving and the amount of international travel involved.

Rather than relying on a standard weekly figure, Bespoke Bureau will advise on an appropriate rate once we understand the full itinerary and requirements.

Families should budget separately for flights or other transport, suitable accommodation, meals and any agreed expenses incurred while caring for the children.

Why Use Bespoke Bureau to Find a Holiday Nanny?

Bespoke Bureau has recruited private household staff for families in London and internationally since 2003.

Our search is based on the individual family rather than simply providing a general list of available candidates. We consider the children’s needs, parenting style, destination, schedule and working environment before making introductions.

Our recruitment service includes:

• Help defining the position
• Selection and assessment of suitable candidates
• Interviews with prospective nannies
• Review of relevant private household experience
• Reference verification
• Coordination of client interviews and trials where appropriate
• Advice on rates and working arrangements
• Support throughout the recruitment process

Our aim is to introduce a nanny who is not only suitably experienced, but who can integrate comfortably into the family’s routine and provide reliable support throughout the trip.

Additional Household Staff for Family Travel

Bespoke Bureau can also recruit additional temporary and travelling household staff, including private chefs, housekeepers, butlers, chauffeurs and house managers.

This can be particularly useful for families staying in private villas, ski chalets, yachts or residences that are not permanently staffed.

Find a Holiday Nanny Through Bespoke Bureau

The right holiday nanny can make travelling with children calmer, more flexible and more enjoyable for the entire family.

Whether you require childcare for a summer holiday, ski trip, private villa, yacht or extended international stay, Bespoke Bureau can help you find an experienced professional suited to your family.

Learn more about how we recruit private household staff in London and internationally, or contact us to discuss your travel dates and childcare requirements.

To discuss your travel dates and childcare requirements, call Bespoke Bureau on +44 (0)20 3290 0142 or email info@bespokebureau.com.