Plan your next family trip to Houston

Houston is a vibrant city with a lot to do and see. But, what you might not know is that Houston is a great place for family vacations. Whether you are planning a weekend getaway or looking for something to do since you just moved into your Apartment in Houstin, Houston, Texas has been taking the country by storm in recent years. It's been ranked as one of the top cities in America and has been … [Read more...]

Travel planning: When and why to partner with a family vacation planner

Here at Pit Stops for Kids, we're of a DIY mentality. If you're a regular reader here, you probably are, too. We encourage you to travel by offering as much useful, free information as we can, so you can make informed decisions before booking your family vacations. But...and this is a big but! We have used a family vacation planner for some very specific trips, and think you should, too. Bringing … [Read more...]

Things to consider when planning a family reunion

Family reunions are great ways for families to come together and reconnect. It allows you to spend time with family members that you haven’t seen in a long time, and it allows you to meet, and get to know new members of the family. The important thing to remember about planning a family reunion is that, just because you may not see or speak to each other everyday, that doesn’t mean that the love … [Read more...]

How to plan college visits for your teen

As a family who's always loved learning on the go, we're excited to be diving into a new version of educational travel: college touring for our teens. At first, figuring when, when, and how to plan college visits can feel daunting, but in fact, we've found the process to be fun, helpful, and even a little relaxing! With two teens at home, and one starting the college decision-making process in … [Read more...]

The Best of Topsail Island, NC for Families

Topsail Island offers a 26-mile-long barrier island that lies just off the coast of North Carolina.  Accessible only by two bridges (one at each end of the island) or by sea, the island is home to immaculate white, sandy beaches and tranquil maritime forests. The island's three communities, North Topsail Beach, Surf City and Topsail Beach all share a laid-back vibe, have gorgeous natural … [Read more...]

Five family friendly activities in Sarasota

While a vacationing family may be perfectly satisfied with spending their entire vacation on the beach in Sarasota, a family that wants to dig deeper (or is considering Sarasota as their new home), will need to have knowledge of some of the more family-oriented activities in Sarasota and the surrounding areas. Even a vacationing family may want to get off of the beach for a while, especially … [Read more...]

Booking a family travel rental with Kid & Coe

In multiple posts, we've recommended booking vacation rental homes when traveling with kids. We've had nothing but good experiences doing this, and have always appreciated the savings and local feel. There are a lot of vacation rental companies out there, and we thought we'd tried them all. When Kid & Coe approached us, we were intrigued. We decided to book a short family trip with Kid … [Read more...]

How to plan a Paris itinerary with kids

With its 20 arrondissements connected by a busy metro system, Paris can feel intimating at first. The key to planning a Paris itinerary with kids is to plan your days ahead of time, grouping destinations by proximity and utilizing walking tours to bridge the gaps (figuratively and literally). When planning our five days in Paris, I started by making a list of our must-do’s, which included … [Read more...]