Ten years ago I didn’t know what a blog was. Today Travel Mamas is one of the top travel blogs in the world. To celebrate the 10th anniversary of TravelMamas.com, I share my blogging journey below. Plus, I count down our 10 most popular blog posts of the past decade! My Blogging Journey After years […]
Travel Mamas 10th Anniversary – My Blogging Journey & Most Popular Stories
March 28, 2019 32 Comments
11 Best Indoor Hotel Pools for Families
March 26, 2019 37 Comments
Especially when the weather is frightful, an indoor hotel pool provides a fabulous retreat from rain, wind, snow and cold. It doesn’t have to be winter, however, to enjoy these spectacular indoor watery havens. Grab your bathing suit and dive in to this list of the best indoor hotel pools for kids. CoCo Key Water […]
Enchanting Things to Do in Albuquerque, New Mexico with Kids
March 7, 2019 27 Comments
Abuquerque is often overlooked by travelers who bypass this New Mexican city in favor of fancier, and significantly smaller, Santa Fe. That’s a shame because Albuquerque has so much heart, and so many interesting things to do, too. New Mexico’s Official State Nickname is Land of Enchantment. After visiting Albuquerque, I can see why! If […]
Smart Tips for Saving Money While Traveling with Kids
February 28, 2019 26 Comments
Kids are expensive. There are groceries to buy, bodies to clothe, birthday parties to host, and college funds to save for. It’s enough to make you consider skipping this year’s family vacation. But traveling together helps parents and children connect with each other and create lifelong memories. Besides, what’s the point of working so hard if you can’t […]
In which country do women give men chocolate (not vice versa) on Valentines Day?
February 14, 2019 5 Comments
a) Finland
b) Estonia
c) India
d) Iran
e) Japan
Dos & Don’ts of Disney’s Castaway Cay
February 3, 2019 245 Comments
While Disney’s Castaway Cay in The Bahamas is a tiny island, it’s packed with so much to do that you might have a hard time deciding how to spend your time. This wee isle measures just 3.1 miles long and 2.2 miles wide, but it offers tons of activities like waterslides, bike trails, open-air massages, two water play areas, parasailing, […]
8 Tips for Disney On Ice with Kids
January 28, 2019 64 Comments
Even if you don’t live near a Disney theme park, you can still experience the magic of Disney close to home with Disney On Ice. Expect an evening of unique entertainment for the whole family, beloved characters skating and spinning on ice, and the wide-eyed wonder for which Disney is renowned. To maximize the fun factor, […]
Things to Do in Jerome, Arizona ~ Exploring America’s Biggest Ghost Town with Kids
January 17, 2019 26 Comments
Residents in quirky Jerome, Arizona are proud to live in America’s largest ghost town. That’s an oxymoron, of course, because typically people don’t reside in a ghost town. A booming copper mining town at the turn of the 19th century, Jerome was once home to 15,000 inhabitants. After the mines closed in 1953, however, the […]
What to Do in Juneau, Alaska with Kids
January 14, 2019 23 Comments
Families will love exploring Juneau, Alaska with kids. The area’s natural beauty and the city’s walkable downtown lure visitors here by the boatload…literally. Although technically you can drive to Juneau if you put your car on a ferry, most visitors arrive via cruise ship (or plane). Take a look at these fun things to do in […]
Flying with a Baby or Toddler ~ 15 Tried and True Tips
December 18, 2018 27 Comments
Flying with a baby or toddler and afraid everyone on the plane will hate you? You are not alone. When I’ve given presentations about traveling with children to new parents at events, the most common worry I hear from audience members is being “that parent” on the airplane with the screaming baby. As someone who […]
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with Kids by Helicopter and by Land
December 5, 2018 23 Comments
Visiting Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with kids can seem intimidating. You may have some trepidation over whether such a visit is dangerous and how to make it interesting for the whole family. If you do it right, though, exploring volcanoes on Hawaii’s Big Island is not only safe, but also super fun for families. Here’s […]
How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Disney California Adventure Park
November 23, 2018 30 Comments
Where better to ring in the New Year than at the Happiest Place on Earth? If you’re tired of trying to feel festive on the final day of the year, we’ve got the solution for you. You’ll be merry indeed at Disneyland’s sassy sister park in Anaheim, California. Put on your party hat because it’s […]
Tips for Touring Disney’s Hollywood Studios with Young Children
November 7, 2018 24 Comments
Disney’s Hollywood Studios is the easiest Disney theme park to tackle in one day with preschoolers, toddlers and other grade school kids. Although larger in size than the Magic Kingdom, this park has fewer attractions, many of which are sit-down shows or longer-length rides. This makes it a good choice for a day when your […]
