Travel Tuesday: Weekly Favorites
This week, I’ve started to feel like myself again. I realize now that I was in serious need of some downtime at home. Trying to keep up with work, homeschooling and the rest while on the road had been taking its toll. With that, I’ve enjoyed having a little more time to read blog posts
Doing Good: Passports with Purpose
As I sit here on this Sunday morning, contemplating Christmas cards, Christmas gifts and all the holiday cheer and happiness that gets lost in my stress, I struggle with ideas on how to get back to the meaning of the season. Gift buying is particularly stressful for me. I have become increasingly frustrated with stuff.
TravelGoon Kids: The Point Orlando
Soon, I’ll be adding my review of our stay at The Point Orlando Resort. In the meantime, where do you stay when you visit Orlando? What books or websites do you visit before you go? What do you not like? What tips do you have for friends planning to go? Camille says: “I liked that
To the passenger in seat 41A
I suspect that, as you approached row 41 while boarding your flight today, you may have had a sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach. You might have even go so far as to murmur about your rotten luck. No, you eyes did not deceive you, there were two kids are already sitting in
TravelGoon Kids: Universal Orlando
Soon, I’ll be adding my review of our trip to Universal Orlando’s Theme Parks. In the meantime, have you been there? If so …. What are your favorite things to do at Universal Orlando? What books or websites do you visit before you go? What do you not like? What tips do you have for
Thursday Tip: The Little Extras
What are the little things that you bring on every trip that make a big difference? As I wrote a couple of weeks ago, I bring a handful of zip-top bags on every trip. Some other things I like to pack include: Canvas bags – Along with using reusable bags for groceries, an extra bag
TravelGoon Kids: Panama City Beach
Soon, I’ll be adding my review of our trip to Holiday Inn Resort: Panama City Beach. In the meantime, have you been there or to the Panama City Beach area in general? If so …. What are your favorite things to do in Panama City Beach? What books or websites do you visit before you
TravelGoon Kids: Wilderness at the Smokies
Soon, I’ll be adding my review of our trip to Wilderness at the Smokies. In the meantime, have you been there or to the Pigeon Forge area in general? If so …. What are your favorite things to do in the Smokies? What books or websites do you visit before you go? What do you
Thursday Tip: Zip-Top Bags
While at home, I don’t use zip-top bags, I do pack them in my suitcase for trips! Not only are they necessary for getting through airport security, they come in handy for a million other reasons. Child doesn’t finish the meal at the restaurant? Pack it up to go. Worried that the next hotel may
Web Wednesday: Turkey Travel Sites
Like most people, I spend some time before a trip researching. I like to find out as much as I can in order to be prepared and not end up doing something silly like leaving the Grand Bazaar visit for a Sunday (when it is closed)…. In researching our trip to Turkey, I came across
Thursday Tip โ Kid ID
Despite your best intentions, it could happen. You and your children may become separated. Be it in a crushing crowd or a superfast elevator door. Do your kids know what to do? Make a plan. Tell them what to do if they get stuck on a train, etc. Tell them what to do if you
Web Wednesday: DC Travel Sites
Where are the best bathrooms in DC? What’s a good place to get lunch (not the Air and Space Museum)? What time of day should we visit the archives? All of these questions and more are answered in the DC Like A Local blog. I have found it to be a wonderful resource this year
TravelGoon Kids – Ocean City
What are your favorite things to do in Ocean City, MD What books or websites do you visit before you go? What do you not like? What tips do you have for friends planning to go? Camille says: โI enjoyed swimming in the waves. I thought the mini-golf courses were pretty cool. I think it
Thursday Tip โ Strollers
In January, Chloe, 6.5 at the time, was constantly miserable on our trips to Washington, DC. She didn’t want to go anywhere; she didn’t want to do anything. I got frustrated and cranky and vowed to never take her anywhere again. After we both had a chance to cool off, we discussed what the problems
Web Wednesday: Ocean City Travel Sites
In preparation for a trip, don’t hesitate to ask advice from friends as well as from the “experts.” How else would you know the best place to get fries on the boardwalk (Thrashers) or which mini-golf is the best for you family? One great “expert” blog for Ocean City is Inside Ocean City. Recent topics
TravelGoon Kids โ NYC
What are your favorite things to do in NYC? What books or websites do you visit before you go? What do you not like? What tips do you have for friends planning to go? Camille says: “I like American Girl. I think the Natural History Museum is pretty fun to go to. The Transit Muswum
Thursday Tip โ Pack A Lunch
It seems obvious if you are heading out for the day — packing a lunch can be a lifesaver. No need to find a place that has food that your whole family will eat, no waiting in long lines and spending extra money on not so good food. If you do find that “perfect place,”
Web Wednesday โ Mommy Poppins
One thing I like to do before I go on a trip is try to find local blogs. A local travel or parenting blog is a great way to get the insider’s story . Often, you can find these blogs with simple web searches. I also like to use “social networking” tools, such as Twitter
French Media Suggestions?
As I’ve mentioned previously, I love to get the kids ready for a trip by helping them discover the wonder of it via books, music and movies. We will be spending a few weeks in France in July — a week in Paris and a week in Nice. While both girls have been to Paris
Thursday Tip โ Airport Security
As crazy as it seems, sometimes just getting through security can be one of the most stressful parts of a trip. I’ve seen chaos and confusion, not just for families traveling with kids. Inexperienced travelers of all ages have difficulties navigating through security. While I don’t claim that the few pointers here can make it
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