Planning a road trip with a baby or toddler can seem like a daunting task. How will you keep your little one content while on the road? What if junior cries throughout the whole journey? How can you make sure the whole family arrives safe and sane? Worry not, fellow parents! These seven helpful tips […]
Flying with a Baby or Toddler ~ 15 Tried and True Tips
December 18, 2018 45 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, the most common worry I hear from audience members is being “that parent” on the airplane with the screaming baby. As someone who has been […]
Airport Security with Kids ~ 9 Tips to Improve Your Family’s Flight Experience
November 14, 2018 30 Comments
Almost everyone loves to travel, but no one likes going through airport security. (Sorry TSA!) These nine tips for airport security with kids will make your travels smoother so you can get to your destination with your sanity intact. Buckle your safety belt because your family’s going to be all set for take off! 1. Prepare […]
9 Crucial Tips for Traveling to India with Children
February 1, 2018 87 Comments
As a mom, avid traveler, and owner of a specialized travel company, India is bridged between my personal and professional lives. Here are seven tips for making your trip to India family friendly.
The Best and Worst of Barcelona with Kids
November 1, 2017 87 Comments
Barcelona may be the friendliest city I have ever visited. Would I recommend a visit? Definitely! Would I go again? Probably not. Find out why in my surprising take on the best and worst of Barcelona with kids. Barcelona basics This widespread city is the capital of the Catalonia region of Spain. Catalan is one […]
Baby Jogger City Tour Stroller Is the Best Stroller for Travel
July 25, 2017 38 Comments
A bulky stroller can make traveling with babies and toddlers difficult. You need a compact stroller that is easy to collapse and maneuver. Traveling moms and dads out there, I’m telling you: the Baby Jogger City Tour Stroller is the BEST stroller for travel. It will help you navigate airports, city sidewalks, and other public spaces with […]
Tips for Visiting Rome with Kids in Winter
February 24, 2014 15 Comments
Prices, crowds and temperatures drop in Italy’s famed capital city during the off-season. Got your heart set on a Roman holiday, family-style? Here are some tips for visiting Rome with kids in winter. Take advantage of winter crowds and prices. Crowds of tourists in Rome are next to nothing during winter. Additionally, many lodging and […]
Washington D.C. with Kids – Educational Fun for All Ages
August 28, 2013 4 Comments
Washington D.C. might seem an imposing place for families, and particularly those with young children. The center of American political life and host to some of history’s most famous events, one could argue that visitors need some knowledge of our political past to truly appreciate it. How completely false! The youngest of children—or any not […]
Your Children May Love Kyoto Even More Than You Do
March 19, 2012 9 Comments
It has been over a year since the tsunami and nuclear power plant meltdown but some of the most intrepid travelers are still hesitant to go to Japan. Yet, my family of three took off to explore Kyoto just months after the catastrophe. We found this Japanese city to be an incredibly family-friendly vacation destination. Our 20-month-old son, Dek, thrived in this city of over a million inhabitants. We barely knew a disaster had happened.
