traveling to ireland with a toddler: is sleep chaos worth it?

We’re thinking about taking our almost 2-year-old to Ireland and Scotland, and honestly, I’m torn. The idea of exploring those green hills and cozy pubs sounds amazing, but then I remember the 5-hour time difference. Last month, we tried just one night at grandma’s and our little one was up at 3 a.m. ready to party. I can’t help but wonder if a full-on overseas trip will just wreck everyone’s sleep for the whole vacation. I’ve heard some parents say their kids adjust in a day or two, but others say it’s a total nightmare. Has anyone actually survived a trip like this with a toddler? Did you end up spending your evenings rocking a wide-awake kid while everyone else enjoyed the local music? I’d love to hear if the adventure is worth the jet lag, or if we’re just asking for trouble. #familytravel #toddlers #parenting #Travel