How to make a Disney Trip with toddlers magical: Magic Kingdom is the best Disney park for toddlers. Here are the best rides and attractions at Magic Kingdom for toddlers, and insider tips for surviving Magic Kingdom with little kids from an experienced mom.
Read MoreHow to be a travel influencer on Instagram: so you've been seeing people get free trips or hotel stays just for posting on Instagram and you want in! Here's how to create a travel Instagram account and edit your Instagram travel photos to grow quickly
Read MoreWhether you’re a travel blogger, a freelance travel writer, or just someone who loves to explore and wouldn’t mind a few perks along the way, a travel Instagram account will help you achieve your goals and make a pretty digital scrapbook of your memories.
You can use Instagram travel hashtags to help other people discover your account. People search for travel inspiration and things to do in a certain destination on Instagram, and you can use that to your advantage.
You can also use hashtags to find other accounts and interact with them. Remember, this is SOCIAL media. The entire platform is for connecting with other people, not just posting something and waiting for the masses to adore you.
Read MoreThinking of buying a GoPro? First read this GoPro Hero5 Black overview, including what to know about the GoPro Hero5 Black, pros and cons for the GoPro Hero, and what we use our GoPro for. One of the best travel cameras on the market for families!
Read MoreDaytona Beach has a reputation for being a spring break Mecca for college students, but the city has recently been ramping up its efforts to become known as a family-friendly destination. There are actually a ton of activities to do with kids in Daytona Beach, including quite a few free and cheap ones!
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 MoreTips for doing Disney World with a baby. Whether you’re bringing a 1 year old or a 3 month old to Disney World (or anything in between), there are some tried and true tips you can try to make your vacation more enjoyable. We’ll go through what to bring, what baby gear to pack, where to stay, and how to map out your days. Bringing a baby to Disney can be downright fun!
Read MoreTravel is full of adventure and the unexpected. It's pushing outside your comfort zone and learning how to problem solve in creative ways. It's eye-opening and mind-opening. It can be stressful. It can be exhausting. It can also be unforgettable.
Traveling is not for the faint-of-heart.
Traveling with a one-year-old is definitely not for the faint of heart.
Read MoreSpring has arrived, and the weather in Florida is slowly climbing back up into the 80 degree range. Flowers are blooming everywhere and a sense of renewal and life is in the air. There’s no better way to celebrate the arrival of spring than visiting Epcot’s International Flower and Garden Festival at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. Whether you’re a Floridian looking for a different Disney experience or you live somewhere cold that’s showing no signs of spring and you need a warm-weather vacation STAT, this is an under-the-radar festival at Disney you’ll really enjoy.
Read MoreI hate to use this cliche, but Flagler Beach really is a hidden gem of a beach town. With its cinnamon-colored sand, laid back vibes, and seriously delicious restaurants, this beach should, by all rights, be an incredibly popular destination with families. The truth is, though, that Flagler Beach often gets overlooked as a vacation spot because it’s surrounded by St. Augustine and Daytona Beach, two very famous Florida cities which attract many visitors.
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 MoreEver since hearing about Iguazu Falls, the massive series of waterfalls that border both Argentina and Brazil, it has been on my bucket list. When I had a chance to join a press trip to Brazil with stops in both Rio and Iguaçu Falls, I was stunned. It honestly felt like a dream come true.
Naturally, I wasn’t alone in my quest to visit Iguazu Falls, Brazil. Over a million people pour into the Iguaçu National Park each year hoping to catch a glimpse of the might waterfall. And it doesn’t disappoint! Viewing Iguazu Falls, Brazil was one of the most breathtaking moments in all of my travels. I am truly hoping to go back with my kids someday so they can feel that same sense of wonder.
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.
Read MoreAh road trips. There’s something so nostalgic about them. Family bonding time, Mom and Dad sharing stories from their youth, and rocking out to upbeat playlists.
But gone are the days of worn atlases and mixtapes in the tape deck. We are in the golden age of technology, and we have everything we need for a successful road trip right in a tiny rectangle-shaped computer in our pockets. Apps can do everything from helping you pack to planning your route to navigating your way through bad weather and traffic.
Read MoreI’ve dreamed of visiting the Florida Keys ever since our family moved to Florida. I’m not sure if it was the island culture that drew me in, or just a desire to visit the most remote part of our state, but either way I knew I had to go.
Read MoreWe try not to stop for fast food if at all possible since it can really add up and it also makes everyone feel sluggish and maybe a little greasy. Our strategy has always been to pack healthy snacks that travel well, meals we can eat on-the-go, and, of course, a few treats. Because what is a road trip without a little bit of sugar?
Read MoreEach year everyone’s favorite mouse throws the most epic Christmas Party at Disney World. It takes place in Magic Kingdom and runs from November 8 through December 21. Never is the park more magical than during the holiday season when it’s covered in wreaths, garland, lights, and bows. If you love Christmas and you love Disney, this is a no-brainer.
Read MoreThere’s just something about palm trees swaying in the gentle breeze and sunshine warming your face as you’re surrounded by Christmas decorations. That’s how the holiday season feels here in Florida: it’s a juxtaposition of endless summer and Christmas around the corner. Nowhere was that feeling for prevalent to me than Universal Orlando during the holidays.
Read MoreMiami is one of my favorite places in Florida to visit with the kids. The weather is always hot and sunny and there’s never a shortage of things to do. Whether you’re a family that loves the outdoors and nature or you prefer to examine art, culture, and history, you’ll find what you’re looking for in Miami.
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