My husband grew up in the mountains, so donning his essential hiking gear and heading to nearby mountain trails for a mind-clearing hike has always been one of his favorite activities. While I like to hike, I always described myself as more of an outdoorsy type when it involved sand, ocean, and sea life. And, honestly, I am scarred by the straight-up hike up a ski slope we…
Cover photo credit: @ Gorilla/depositphotos.com Heading out on a road trip but need a packing list? Our family has done quite a few this summer, as it seems to be the vacation of choice for many families. Whether you are heading out for a short weekend jaunt or a longer road trip vacation, here is our tried and true list of things to bring on a road trip…
For many families, this summer has turned into the ultimate one for a staycation with kids. Even if you are hitting the road a bit, with summer camps canceled, parents are finding weeks that they need to fill. While families would normally find themselves on weekend jaunts in the fall or over school breaks, staycations with kids are more likely this year. So how can you give your kids an…
Photo credit: Sam Thomas/iStock by Getty It goes without saying that travel has changed significantly all over the world in recent months due to the Pandemic. And, while some people travel for leisure, others HAVE to travel for work or to visit or check on their family. Some rely on travelers for employment. Whether you are traveling anytime soon or are just getting out of your house for a…
.Are you looking to bring the world to your kids or something to keep them busy during your staycation? Travel subscription boxes for kids are a great way to introduce them to other cultures, teach them geography, and open their minds to the world, and remind them of a favorite place they've visited. Whether you are preparing your kids for future travel, looking for something to do during a…
This seems to be the summer of vacation rentals for families. Knowing how much our family travels, it seems to be the question I keep hearing from friends, “Are you renting a vacation house?” For many families around the world, including us, travel plans have been upended. And in this ever-changing climate, there is so much uncertainty about WHERE we can travel, IF you can travel…
