Arthur’s House in Tatler: What makes a great travel nanny? ✈️
We’re really proud to have been featured in Tatler’s latest article on the rise of the specialist travel nanny.
Tatler spoke with a few leading childcare agencies about how travel nanny roles are changing, and we loved sharing our experience. You can read the full piece here.
A travel nanny is more than just "holiday help"
For a long time, there was a misconception that a travel nanny was simply someone who tagged along on a trip to watch the children by the pool.
Today, it is much more than that. A brilliant travel nanny is the difference between a stressful trip and an actual holiday.
As we mentioned to Tatler, they aren't just there to keep watch. They bring routine, consistency, and calm wherever you are in the world. Whether it’s managing long-haul flights, adapting to timezone changes, or keeping up with routines in a new environment, they handle the logistics so you can actually enjoy traveling together as a family.
What we look for in a travel nanny
Every trip is different, and we match nannies based on your family's travel style. Beyond the basics, we regularly source nannies with specific skills:
Languages & teaching: To keep up with learning or help children practice a second language.
Active & outdoors: Skiing, sailing, horse riding, or strong swimmers.
Specialist care: Newborn and baby specialists, SEN support, or proxy parenting (when parents need to travel separately).
Discretion & adaptability: Working in high-profile or UHNW households requires a quiet confidence and complete discretion.
But the most important qualities are things you can't teach. We look for nannies who are highly adaptable, emotionally intelligent, and can blend naturally into a family’s holiday dynamic without making anyone feel crowded.
Where our clients travel
Our nannies travel all over the world with families. Some of our most frequent destinations include:
Europe: South of France, Mallorca, Ibiza, Sardinia, Greece, and various ski resorts throughout the winter.
Long-haul: Dubai, the Maldives, and the Caribbean.
We also support families with shorter trips, business travel, destination weddings, and extended multi-country holidays.
Why this matters to us
Being featured in Tatler is incredibly exciting for us. We were also recently invited to join the Tatler Address Book, which is a lovely recognition of our commitment to finding great matches and offering a highly personal service.
Planning a trip?
If you’re organizing a trip—whether it’s a ski season, a summer holiday, or an overseas wedding—we’d love to help you find the right fit.
We don't just look at who is available. We take the time to understand your family, how you travel, and what kind of support will make the biggest difference to your trip.
Get in touch with Arthur's House to chat about travel placements.
