Tips on living abroad: A Better Life for Half the Price

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...]

Travel gift for families: The Family Traveler’s Handbook

Today, instead of offering a travel gift idea for kids, we're reviewing a great travel gift from which the whole family can benefit. The The Family Traveler's Handbook by Mara Gorman is a slam dunk of a stocking stuffer for any family on your list this season. This guidebook isn't geared toward a single destination or style of travel; rather, it's your new bible for family travel inspiration and … [Read more...]

Book Review of The World’s Cheapest Destinations: 21 Countries Where Your Money is Worth a Fortune

Approximately 90 percent of content on Pit Stops for Kids is U.S. and Canadian-based, written to help families find the best destinations, tips, and experiences in North America. We consider ourselves experts in domestic road trip and outdoor travel, and if you're here, it's probably because you're planning a domestic trip with your kids. But that doesn't mean we don't recommend crossing … [Read more...]