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Camping with Kids Packing Tips & Checklist

There’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.

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How to Take Your Baby to the Beach {Plus Baby Beach Essentials!}

Our family moved to Florida right before we had our second baby. We then proceeded to have babies number 3 and 4 in Florida as well, so we’ve become experts at visiting the beach with a baby in tow.

Over the years, we’ve developed systems for visiting the beach with a baby, so read on for tips and tricks to make your upcoming beach vacation or beach day relaxing and fun!

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How to Use Packing Cubes: Packing Tips for Traveling with Kids

As 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.

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50 Road Trip Activities for Kids Ages 4-8

If you’re preparing to take a family road trip you know there are a lot of logistics to figure out. One of the biggest concerns parents of young kids may have is how to keep their little ones entertained on the long drive. I want to share what we’ve learned along the way about road tripping with kindergarteners and early elementary-aged kids so that I can make your family vacation just a little easier and more enjoyable.

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Rock City with Kids - The Perfect Road Trip Stop

If you’re planning a trip to Georgia or Tennessee, or you happen to be driving through the area on your way to another destination, you must make a stop at Rock City Gardens. This tourist attraction sits atop Lookout Mountain, which is technically in Georgia, but only 6 miles from downtown Chattanooga, TN. It’s a great kid-friendly stop where you can stretch your legs and take in some amazing views.

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Tips and Ideas for Camping at Home with Kids

If the idea of camping with your little kids feels overwhelming, you’re trying to save money for a big vacation, or you’re trying to make the most of a period when you’re stuck at home, backyard camping might be the perfect solution for you.

Here are my top ideas and tips for having a blast in your own backyard- or living room, while still feeling the excitement of a camping adventure.

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Things to Do in Turku Finland: A Beautiful Spring and Summer Destination

Turku, Finland is a medieval city on the southwest coast of Finland set along the stunning archipelago. History meets modern day with cobblestone streets, a castle, a cathedral and a market square representing Turku’s ancient roots, and foodie culture, live music, and a children’s theme park adding a modern twist. Turku is everything you could want in a family-friendly European destination during the spring and summer months.

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How to Choose the Perfect Destination for Your Family Vacation

There’s no “perfect” destination, but with a little thought and a bit of research, you can find the place that fits your family’s current needs so that you can all enjoy your time away.

This step is so important because many families don’t have a lot of time or money to work with when it comes to family travel, so you want to make sure that the trip you choose is the right one. The goal of travel is to make memories as a family and to spend some quality time together, so I’m going to help you figure out how to accomplish that goal.

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