First Time South Africa Itinerary Traveling with Kids
Is South Africa on your bucket list? Do you find the idea of long travel in an entirely new country daunting? No worries, I have an easy itinerary that gives you a proper introduction to this beautiful country! I have a tendency to include too many things and then...
What are the Safest, Cheapest Countries to Visit?
This is quite a loaded question, but I truly believe families and individuals who want to expand their international travel adventures are asking themselves exactly this. There is, of course, no easy answer. However, there are strategies that I employ to determine...
First Time Visit to Lake of the Ozarks for Families
The Lake of the Ozarks has been part of my story for my entire life. First, it was the summer time visits spent with our extended family at my grandparents' condo. Next, it was the visits to my parents' condo, eventually bringing along little ones. And today, we visit...
Midwest Fall Break Destinations – 8 Great Options
Many schools in the Midwest hold a four-day weekend break in late October, typically following a change of quarters and parent-teacher conferences. Teachers and students are ready for an opportunity to take a breath. If your family is trying to pick a destination to...
8 Perfect “Personal Items” Bags for Family Travel
For a decade our travel luggage was fully thrown together; choosing whatever baggage we already owned to meet the size requirements and honestly, sometimes not meeting them. We learned a lot and continued to streamline what we carry. These days, I want to carry a...
Best Travel Toys for Kids Ages 2-4: Top 10 to Pack
Whether you are embarking on a long haul flight, road trip or a visit to Grandma's house, make your life easier and your child's experience more enjoyable with the perfect toys to keep your preschooler occupied. Top 10 Travel Toys for Preschoolers Sticker &...
Where To Go for Family Spring Break 2023
The pressure to have a special, memory making Spring Break with your kids is real. The limitations of time and money during this busy travel season also have to be considered. There are the traditional warm weather, beach vacations, but there are also areas of the...
Save Money on Food While Flying – 7 Tips
Sometimes it feels like you have packed enough and will just be dependent on what the airport has to offer for food and drinks...at whatever price the airport is offering it. Other times, we have picky kids, are following certain diets, or just do not want to overpay...
Surprising Findings about South Africa – First Time Visitor
My trip planning is quite extensive. I try to immerse myself in videos as well as reading to get a good understanding of the culture and people prior to the trip. For that reason, I was quite surprised by a few things while in South Africa for the first time. A few...
Where to Spend Winter Break in the Midwest
If you are a resident of the Midwest and feel the pressure of limited time opportunities for family trips, the planned winter break most schools take over the new year seems like an obvious chance. A quick search turns up exorbitant prices and can dishearten those...