Have you been wanting to travel with your kids but need some tips to start planning? Or maybe you are looking for some travel hacks to make traveling with kids less of a struggle. You’ve come to the right place!
My goal is to help families to travel easier and with less anxiety. We have older kids, so many of our tips are focused around traveling with older kids or teens. If this sounds like you, keep reading!
I have split up the family travel tips into four different categories: trip planning, travel hacks, budgeting, and safety tips. Which one do you want to read first? If you aren’t sure, scroll down to see my most recent family travel tip posts.
Family Travel Tips Blog Posts
Your Ultimate Guide To Visa-Free Travel For Americans And How To Find Out More
An American passport is one of the best for traveling the world. Not THE best, but I’m not complaining! We are lucky to not have to worry about acquiring a tourist visa before visiting many countries. Unfortunately, it isn’t all destinations. Always be aware of what the requirements are for visiting other countries when planning…
Local Travel: 25 Exciting Ways To Explore Near Your Home
When Mike and I first had kids, our travel budget was small. We felt like the days of exploring Switzerland’s mountainous landscape to adventuring in Costa Rica were over. At least on pause. Our moments were spent keeping these little ones alive. However, this didn’t mean we weren’t thirsting for adventure. Instead of traveling halfway…
Cut Through The Bullshit: How To Book A Good Airbnb
Are you considering booking your next stay in a vacation rental like Airbnb (or VRBO) versus a hotel, but are worried you will book a dirty Airbnb or that there will be problems checking in? These are valid concerns when traveling and something that could tarnish your vacation. I have stayed in many Airbnbs over…
Hotels Vs Vacation Rentals: Which Is Better For Your Trip
When going on vacation, it’s not only about pool time and eating delicious food. Getting a good night’s rest is vital to having enough energy for those breathtaking hikes and city wanderings. We have noticed that where we stay can have a huge impact on whether we enjoy a location or not. Probably because if…
5 Simple Considerations When Choosing The Best Family Vacation Destination
You want to travel more often but choosing a vacation destination can sometimes be a difficult decision. You might not know what other countries or cities have to offer, if going with your family is safe or not, if the kids can last on a six hour flight, etc… All of a sudden you are…
How To Make Family A Priority: Make A Travel Goal
Do you ever feel bored of routine? OR do you feel like you aren’t bonding with your family because you are so busy with day-to-day responsibilities. It can be easy to feel stuck. If you desire to creating more core memories with your family, my suggestion would be to travel more together! Traveling creates connections…
Learn From Our Mistakes: How To Have A Successful Road Trip In Another Country
After 5 short hours of sleep and delaying the rental car reservation until the next day, Mike arrived to pick up the rental car to begin our 7 and a half hour journey to the Tatacoa Desert. We were exhausted from our long bus rides the previous day, but ready to start this leg of…