Cruises allow travelers to experience new cultures, see interesting sights, taste new foods, and have a whole lot of fun while unpacking just once. Cruising, however, also comes with lots of opportunities to become ill. Cruise ships have become notorious carriers of the Norovirus (or stomach flu). Other viruses like the common cold and bacterial […]
How to Use Essential Oils for Travel and at Home
Essential oils for travel can help improve sleep, relieve stress, and avoid motion sickness. Which essential oils are best for travel? Read my interview with essential oils aficionado and family travel expert, Hilarye Fuller, to learn which essential oils to pack for your family vacation. What are essential oils? Essential oils are gifts from the […]
Tips for Healthy Eating when Traveling with Kids
Getting kids to eat healthfully is hard enough at home, but it’s even more difficult when the rules are relaxed, your schedule is askew, and sugary treats and fast food options abound on family vacation. Although it can be tough to ensure your family gets proper nutrition on the go, it’s definitely do-able! How can […]
Do Pilates at Home ~ MOTR Review
I’ve been hooked on Pilates for over 14 years. I was introduced to this form of exercise as a therapy to strengthen my core when I developed back problems following the birth of my first child. While I love to do Pilates at a studio, live classes can be very expensive and sometimes it’s easier […]
How to Stay Healthy While Traveling with Kids
Worried about getting sick while traveling? Coming down with a cold, the flu or other malady can ruin even the most amazing vacation. You’ve invested a lot of money and time into planning your family trip, so don’t let illness spoil your time away. These 12 tried-and-true tips from family travel experts will teach you […]
Best Travel Snacks for Families on the Go
The easiest way to keep children’s hands and mouths busy on road trips or flights is with snacks, snacks and more snacks. Snacks that travel well keep kids content during the journey and fueled up for fun on the go. Let’s dig into these nine time-saving travel snacks and food suggestions for kids that are […]