Winter break comes with many exciting highs: decorating for the holidays, making and eating lots of food, visits with family, and opening presents. But it also involves some serious downtime, especially in the stretch between the 25th and New Year’s Day. How do you keep kiddos happy and entertained once the joy of playing with […]

A country of incredible beauty and rich history, Thailand boasts stunning beaches and verdant jungle landscapes. Its warm, crystal blue waters beckon swimmers and surfers, and the carefree Thailand culture and sanuk lifestyle make everyday a fun adventure. Sanuk refers to the Thai concept of pursuing pleasure and satisfaction in all that you do. It […]

When we travel, we realize that as humans we share more similarities than differences. There’s also nothing like the holiday season with its messages of “Peace on Earth” and “Good Will Towards All” to get us thinking about how much we have in common. For example, despite rich and diverse cultures and languages, we all […]

Imagine the channels of the Chao Phraya River in Thailand teaming with thousands of slender wooden boats propelled by paddle-wielding vendors wearing conical hats. Each boat represents a shop filled to the brim with neat stacks of exotic goods or foods, an unforgettable assortment of vibrant hues and exotic fragrances. From seafood to fruit, souvenirs […]

December’s here! It’s officially time to break out the hot cocoa garnished with candy canes, gingerbread cookies, and lighted trees. And for those observing the Elf on the Shelf fever (I somehow have managed to avoid that tradition), the “festive” chaos has already started. Last week, we took a whirlwind tour of the world to […]

I had the amazing opportunity to sit down with travel writer Eric Stoen of the award-winning travel blog, TravelBabbo, to discuss kids, travel, and why you should take your little ones everywhere. Eric has traveled all over the world with his kids and shares his expert family travel advice here. He also discusses why kid-friendly […]

Fostering a family culture of gratitude pays huge dividends, now and later. Studies have shown that gratitude, more than any other characteristic, has the greatest impact on life satisfaction. Gratitude has been linked with an enhanced sense of social protection and support. It’s also a great predictor of optimistic, positive kids as they hit their […]

‘Tis the season for festivity! Christmas receives most of the coverage this time of year. But children celebrate the holiday season differently around the globe. After reading this, you and your multicultural kids may be inspired to add a few new traditions to your own wintertime festivities. Let’s take a whirlwind tour around the world […]

What does it mean to raise little travelers? It starts with planting seeds of excitement every time we travel near or far. When we water these seeds, they grow into compassion for others and caring for the environment. They blossom into open-minded curiosity and kindness and bear the fruit of resourcefulness, perseverance, and self-awareness. How […]

Crowded roadways. Packed TSA checkpoints. Long airplane flights. Family travel during the holidays brings new meaning to the word “stressful.” In fact, the Wednesday before Thanksgiving is traditionally the busiest travel day of the year. Yikes! Ironically, this can leave you and your family feeling anything but appreciative right before Thanksgiving, a celebration of gratitude. […]