Sure, kids love movies and video games, but the best road trip activities don’t require powering up. Besides, travel is a time for kids to connect with their families and the world around them. Here are screen-free road trip activities for kids to try on your next family car trip. 1. Paper Maps Many kids […]
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35+ Best Travel Games for Kids (from Toddlers to Teens!)
December 14, 2022 47 Comments
Whether your family is flying in an airplane, taking a train, or embarking on a road trip, you need to keep your offspring occupied during your travels! Thankfully, many games and activities come in travel sizes to entertain kids on the go. Card games and travel board games keep minds active not only during the […]
30+ Best Travel Toys for Kids, from Babies to Teens
May 10, 2022 53 Comments
Travel toys for kids can make the difference between a cherished family vacation and a long journey you’d rather forget. I have spent years searching for the best travel toys, activities, games, and crafts to keep kids entertained. These toys and activities will make road trips, flights, and train travel easier and more enjoyable. Below I highlight […]
Why and How to Rent Baby Gear for Your Family Vacation
June 9, 2021 32 Comments
Rent baby gear to lighten your load on your next family vacation. Read on to learn 10 reasons to rent toddler and baby gear for travel. Then discover how and where to find baby equipment rentals. 1. You’ll have less to lug when you rent baby gear. Flying with a baby or toddler is overwhelming […]
Best Baby Gear for Dads – Manly Gifts New Fathers Love
December 16, 2020 24 Comments
Most baby gear is decidedly feminine, designed to appeal to women. Meanwhile, men are more involved in raising children than ever before. It’s too bad for dads, since many men aren’t excited about carrying a diaper bag that looks like a lady’s purse. Luckily, some baby and toddler gear brands have stepped in to fill […]
CARES Restraint Review: How to Keep Your Toddler or Young Child Safe While Flying
September 17, 2020 76 Comments
Do you care about keeping your child safe when flying? Car seats protect toddlers and young children on airplanes, but they are bulky and difficult to secure in airplane seats. Thankfully, one woman was so passionate about children’s flight safety that she invented the only compact child airplane travel harness approved by the Federal Aviation […]
Audiobooks for Family Road Trips that Kids AND Parents Enjoy
September 14, 2020 43 Comments
Audiobooks for family road trips make the miles zip by. Before leaving home, load up on audio stories for everyone’s listening pleasure. This list of the best audiobooks for road trips includes picks for young children, grade school aged kids, and teens. Plus, these audiobooks for kids of all ages are sure to be a hit […]
Rosetta Stone for Families Review ~ Learn a New Language with Your Kids
March 20, 2020 28 Comments
Are you considering buying Rosetta Stone to learn a new language with your kids? My family has had great success in learning to speak and read foreign languages with this online service. Rosetta Stone can help brush up language skills, augment school-taught language classes, or add foreign language to your homeschooling curriculum. This review covers […]
How to Rent Out Baby Gear to Traveling Families to Earn Money
August 29, 2018 34 Comments
When you have a baby, you buy a whole bunch of stuff: car seats, strollers, high chairs, bouncy seats, and activity centers. You name it, you probably bought it. But what should you do when your children outgrow all that gear? Rent out baby gear to traveling families to make money, that’s what! Using products you […]
Unusual Things You Should Add to Your Family Vacation Packing List
May 25, 2018 36 Comments
When packing for a family vacation, you’ve got the standard stuff down. Clothes, shoes, toiletries…check, check, check! But what about those odd little things that will make your trip oh-so-much easier and more enjoyable? Your family vacation packing list is about to get a whole lot handier, thanks to these suggestions for last-minute things to […]
8 Compelling Reasons to Learn a Foreign Language
April 30, 2018 125 Comments
There are so many reasons to learn a foreign language and zero reasons not to acquire this useful skill. Read on to discover eight reasons why you should start learning a foreign language today! This story is brought to you in partnership with Rosetta Stone. 1. Gain a better understanding of other cultures. Language is […]
What to Pack for a Disney Cruise with Kids
September 6, 2017 25 Comments
Planning a Disney Cruise? Lucky you! It’s so fun to ponder the various ports of call, book excursions, and read up on all there is to do on a Disney ship. But before you board and give Mickey a big ol’ hug, you need to know what to pack for a Disney Cruise. This packing […]
What to Buy for a Cruise to Maximize Fun and Good Health at Sea
August 8, 2017 18 Comments
Wondering what to buy for a cruise? We’ve got you covered! Planning a cruise vacation is such an exciting time. There are so many destinations, cruise lines and ships to choose from. But before you race across that gangplank and hit up the buffet line, make sure your luggage contains cruise essentials. Here’s what to buy […]
