If you're reading this post during a time of social distancing, now is the time to plan and prepare for your next journey! When thinking about steps you can take to improve your mental health, don’t forget to consider the often overlooked benefits of taking a vacation. Whether you’re interested in the natural beauty of a state park or looking to let your hair down in a big city, getting away … [Read more...]
7 tips for keeping everyone healthy while traveling
April 23, 2020 By
Read on for travel tips once it's safe to travel again! Face it. Germs are just a part of life, especially if you have children. From summer colds to that oh so awful stomach flu, there are quite a few different ways for little ones to become ill, even when the temps are high and the sun is shining. If you happen to be planning a vacation, here are a few tips that can help keep you full of … [Read more...]
Travel Gear We Use: The Seventy2 Survival System bug-out bag
March 25, 2020 By
You may not be a doomsday prepper or preparing for a zombie apocalypse (or maybe you are), but every family should have a car bug-out bag, ideally for each family member and certainly for road trips and emergencies. Opt for the Seventy2 Survival System from Uncharted. Preppers define bug-out bags as gear they can grab quickly in case of emergency, that's ready to go when they are. The … [Read more...]
Mega cruise guide to family cruise vacations
March 3, 2020 By
Wondering how to pick the right cruise? Our cruise guide will steer the way! A cruise is a great way to enjoy multiple destinations while only unpacking once. Cruisers combine the convenience of an all-inclusive resort with the adventure of ports of call and international experiences. However, planning a cruise involves a special set of considerations that planning your average trip does not. How … [Read more...]
Five family outdoor adventure vacations worth planning for
February 24, 2020 By
Embarking on a jungle trek in search of sloths. Skiing fresh powder accessible only by snow-cat. Climbing up a waterfall using only a rope tied to a tree. These kinds of adventures are not behind you now that you have kids. If anything, with the right planning and the right guides and tour operators, they’re perfect for families who want the chance to explore the outdoors beyond a nature walk or … [Read more...]
Using FlyLine for cheap airfare booking
February 20, 2020 By
We like to think we're pretty good at finding the lowest airfare for any trip. But it's complicated and usually makes us want to pull our hair out. Plus, it seems there's a new third-party airfare booking app just about every five days...how to know which ones to search through? Enter FlyLine, a wholesale flight club with exclusive fares and zero markup. Instead of using a third-party … [Read more...]
Guide to flying budget airlines in Europe
January 30, 2020 By
If you’re like me, you find those super cheap budget airline ticket prices very tempting. €25 per person from Paris to Rome? €45 to Copenhagen? Sign us up! These prices are not too good to be true; families really can get fares like these on airline tickets in Europe. Fail to read the fine print, however, and you’ll end up paying more. Much, much more. Here’s what you need to know before flying … [Read more...]
Guide to skiing Breckenridge with teens (by teens)
January 20, 2020 By
Breckenridge Mountain is a huge ski resort with something for absolutely every type of skier and rider. On our latest trip, we went with our teens and pre-teen, who are all expert skiers and riders. I thought I’d let them tell readers their favorite places on the mountain from their perspective. If you have older kids and teens who like steeps and deeps, this is the post to read! Note to … [Read more...]
Skiing in Utah: Eagle Point ski vacation planning
January 16, 2020 By
When planning a ski vacation in Utah, families are spoiled for choice. There are over a dozen major resorts in the Salt Lake City area alone, and many of them are probably on your radar. We love Salt Lake ski resorts, but before you make the decision to head to one of the big destination resorts of Utah, consider a little gem in the southern end of the state. What is Eagle Point, where is it, … [Read more...]
Hassle-free guide to getting your US passport for kids
January 13, 2020 By
Need a US passport for kids? Getting your child his or her first passport doesn't have to be as intimidating as it sounds. Yes, you need to clear an afternoon or morning to the task, and yes, there's a wait time involved, but the process is simpler than most people realize. Here's what you need to know for getting a US passport for kids: Where should I go to get the passport? In most cases, … [Read more...]
