I’m so happy to partner with Eagle Creek to test out Pack-It™, their newest line of packing cubes and travel organization solutions. Eagle Creek’s mission is to connect more people with the wonders of the world by taking the stress out of packing. That’s a pursuit I can get on board with!
I’m going to share the innovative new solutions for organized packing, how I plan to use these cubes for upcoming travel with kids, and which are my favorite!
Read MoreThere’s nothing like gathering around the campfire with your little family, roasting marshmallows, and gobbling up smores. Watching your kids trade screentime for exploring nature and running around in the fresh air is so worth the extra work. I’m going to walk you through the steps to planning, preparing for, and packing for a camping trip with babies, toddlers, and little kids.
Read MoreBabies are actually wonderful to travel with! As a mom of 4 little ones who has traveled all over with her kids, I'll show you what to pack for baby, how to avoid overpacking, and what the best baby travel essentials are.
Read MoreAs a frequent traveler and mom of 4, I’m here to tell you that packing cubes are TOTALLY worth it. In fact, I will never travel without them again! Whether I’m road tripping or flying, by myself or with the kids, I can always find a use for my trusty packing cubes. Today I’ll share with you why you should use packing cubes, what to look for when you’re buying packing cubes, and exactly HOW to use them when you’re traveling with kids.
Read MoreWhen you’re traveling with kids, simplicity, ease, and any tricks that can save time are everything. If you’re planning a family trip, you might be looking for some travel hacks to make the packing process, the flight or road trip, and the hotel stay less stressful. I surveyed some seriously experienced parents who travel with kids often, and asked them for their best travel hacks for families with young children.
Our family has been doing a lot of travel with our three kids, and there’s not teacher like experience. Each trip we get a little more efficient, and the kids do better and better on the road or in the air. However, sometimes it helps to turn to parents who have been there, done that to help shorten the learning curve and make your life a little easier as you plan your next vacation.
Read MoreThere are so many carry-on luggage options out there that it can be hard to decide which suitcase is right for your family. This article breaks down different carry-on suitcase options to help you figure out what you’re looking for. The best carry-on luggage for families is going to be different than suitcases for business or solo travel.
Read MoreI used to pride myself in how light I could travel. I traveled to Russia for 2.5 weeks with simply a carry-on bag, and Mexico for a week with just a cross-body bag (I rewore the same clothes a LOT on that trip). It was nice to move through the world unencumbered by too much stuff.
Then we had kids, and packing light was a skill I had to relearn. There is so much gear to contend with, especially in the baby and toddler stages. Minimalist packing with babies and toddlers is really tough. You have to worry about a bed for them, whether to bring a stroller or baby carrier or both, and what to do about car seats.
Read MoreThe more you travel, the easier it is to figure out your own system. However, sometimes you hear a tip that completely changes the game for you, and makes packing for travel with kids so much simpler. It is with that hope that I’m sharing everything I’ve learned about staying organized when packing for travel with kids.
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