For today's Travel Gear We Use, I want to take a moment to compare various style of my favorite travel pants and capris. If you've checked out Aventura Clothing, you can probably see why this brand is my favorite for traveling in. Aventura clothes are almost all organic cotton, which don't wrinkle, they're designed for an active lifestyle, and they're comfortable and practical. Me, wearing … [Read more...]
Travel Gear We Use: Spring travel wear from Aventura Clothing
April 22, 2016 By
As you may have seen if you follow our Pit Stops for Kids social channels, I am again an ambassador for Aventura Clothing this year. What does this mean? It means I help Aventura promote their products with my honest reviews and endorsement of the spring travel wear I think works well for women traveling with their families. You can see my photos on the Aventura website, which is as close as I'll … [Read more...]
Trip planning with Momaboard Family Trip Planners
April 6, 2016 By
I have a confession: I love planning trips. For me, it's like a puzzle to put together or a painting to outline and fill in...first you choose your family travel destination, then you book airfare and hotel rooms, then finally, you fill in the details of what you'll do, where you'll eat, and what you'll see. It's this last part that can be tricky, however, especially in a brand-new-to-you … [Read more...]
Five holiday gifts for travelers who have everything
November 23, 2015 By
Have an avid traveler on your gift list this year? It's a no-brainer to pick up something travel-related, but what if she already owns all the latest travel gear, or you have no idea where he's planning to vacation next? No worries: the following five epic holiday gifts for travelers will make any jet-setter happy. 1. Give the gift of connection: Fly with WiFi, photo by Glen … [Read more...]
Travel Gear We Use: Fall styles from Aventura Clothing
September 18, 2015 By
I'm happy to announce that once again, I have signed on to be an ambassador for Aventura Clothing. What does this mean to you? Just like last year, Pit Stops for Kids readers will get 60% off all Aventura Clothing. To get a 60% off Aventura Clothing code, leave a comment and it will be emailed to you, or opt in for our quarterly newsletter (see banner on homepage). I also get to tell you … [Read more...]
New travel gear: Tuo Travel Undergarment Organizer
August 7, 2015 By
We love using packing cubes. I'm a huge believer in organized luggage, with everything in its place. It saves parents time and sanity when on vacation with kids. This is why I'm excited to introduce a brand new packing solution: the Tuo Travel Undergarment Organizer. This innovative product is still in Kickstarter, with pre-orders accepted. The Tuo will retail for $60, but backers get a great … [Read more...]
Spring travel wear picks and 60% off Aventura Clothing
April 24, 2015 By
I'm an ambassador for Aventura Clothing because I believe this brand is one of the absolute best in women's travel clothing. Their clothing is affordable, comfortable, stylish, and high-quality, plus can easily be mixed-and-matched on travel days. Many items are made of organic cotton, which I find packs well and doesn't wrinkle. Every spring and fall, Aventura Clothing comes out with a new line. … [Read more...]
Tips on living abroad: A Better Life for Half the Price
January 30, 2015 By
If you're a serious lover of travel, it's crossed your mind at least once, and you probably flirt with the idea regularly: what if we were to move outside the country, and explore a different culture indefinitely? As a travel writer who could work from anywhere, I've considered the idea more than most parents I know. Most recently, I toyed with dipping my toes in the expat waters when I … [Read more...]
Fall wardrobe essentials for carry-on friendly travel
September 23, 2014 By
If you've ever tried to fit everything you need for a week away in a carry-on bag (or even a weekend's worth), you know it's essential that every clothing item have a purpose...or two or three. When we travel, we pack carry-on only, and to be honest, I never have trouble fitting all the kids' clothes they'll need. It's my wardrobe that's often out of control. The first rule of carry-on friendly … [Read more...]
Travel Gear We Use: Favorite organic travel clothing for women
March 28, 2014 By
When I travel, it's crucial for me to have an easily-matching, comfortable, stylish yet utilitarian wardrobe in my suitcase. Because I believe in the brand and wear it regularly, I recently became an ambassador of Aventura Clothing. I'm excited to devote a Travel Gear We Use segment to a few of my favorite Aventura travel outfits for spring and summer. If you're not familiar with Aventura, as many … [Read more...]
