Last week, our teen departed for three weeks in Italy, without his parents. He traveled with a small group of student ambassadors for a cultural exchange and school program, and while chaperones will be available, they won't be with him 24/7. Because our teen is still under age 18, there are some things he needed us to prepare for him before his trip. Teen travel checklist: Preparing your … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Traveling to Europe With Kids
February 15, 2017 By
Traveling to Europe with kids is an exciting, rewarding, and exhausting experience. You'll create lots of family memories and give your kids invaluable chances to experience other cultures. At the same time, you need a lot more planning and plenty of patience. Plan Travel in Advance It is so important that you do your research. Plan your destinations and transportation on Europe-specific travel … [Read more...]
How it works to take your pet on the plane
January 14, 2016 By
Whilst the rich and famous might have the luxury of being able to hire or even buy a private plane to ferry their pets from country to country, for the majority of people that just isn’t a reality, leaving us to deal with mainstream commercial airlines if we want to fly abroad with our animals. What you need to know about taking your pet on the plane: Pets travelling in the airplane cabin … [Read more...]
Family travel tips for major airport delays
January 6, 2016 By
Everyone knows air travel delays are out of our control, and at best, inconvenient. There’s not much families can do about them other than wait and hope for the best. But what about big delays…the ones that can stretch for days? What then? Just about everyone who travels regularly has at least one extreme delay story. Here’s ours, followed by tips for major airport delays, to make the best of a … [Read more...]
How to plan a stress-free family holiday while pregnant
November 25, 2015 By
Welcoming a new arrival to your growing family is an incredibly joyous occasion albeit with one small exception; planning your family holiday! During this time it can seem daunting to plan a relaxing vacation abroad which will accommodate for all of your pre-natal needs. To help rectify this issue, here are some helpful hints that I've found can reduce the stress that often accompanies planning a … [Read more...]
Six reasons to love Great Wolf Lodge (plus Great Wolf Lodge tips!)
January 17, 2011 By
Our family thinks the Great Wolf Lodge offers the perfect antidote to dreary winter and spring days, making it an ideal location for an easy family getaway! If you're on the fence, we have six reasons to love this family-friendly resort chain, plus Great Wolf Lodge tips you need right now! Read our full review of our experiences at the Grand Mound, WA Great Wolf Lodge location. 1. Great Wolf … [Read more...]
