In recent years, there’s been a lot of buzz about traveling like a local. And with good reason. It helps you learn about new cultures through observation and participation. It makes it easier to meet new people and find off-the-beaten-path treasures. But when it comes to travel with kids, how do you reap the benefits […]

The Whole-Brain Child by Dr. Daniel Siegel and Dr. Tina Payne Bryson has revolutionized the way that we think about parenting. It offers sound data on early childhood brain development. What’s more, it applies this knowledge to real-world parenting scenarios so that you can turn your child’s next meltdown into a win-win for everybody. But […]

Okay, you’ve managed to survive road trips with little ones. So, flying with babies and kids should be a breeze, right? Not necessarily. Road trips and plane travel each come with unique considerations and needs. That said, if you’ve booked your flights and lodging, packed your bags, and read a thousand websites about the places […]

The results are in… Family vacations are more than fun. They’re critically important to the formation of lifelong bonds and raising resilient kids who think outside of the box. What’s more, family vacations stimulate brain development. And the memories made on trips become “happiness anchors” to help kids get through trying times later. Read on […]

Traveling with young children can be daunting, but a lot of it is managing expectations and preparing for success. As a parent and avid traveler myself, there’s no denying it: our days of “winging it” are over. Family travel may require more preparation, but it is certainly one the best things you can do for […]

Definition of “Culture” from Dictionary.com: “The sum total of ways of living built up by a group of human beings and transmitted from one generation to another.” What’s the good, bad, and ugly of your home culture? No matter where you’re from, you’ve lived and breathed that particular way of living for a good bit […]

With Spring Break and summer vacation right around the corner, many families are planning for an unforgettable family holiday. If you are looking for the perfect family getaway in 2017, why not choose a vacation that will impact not only your family but also benefit others. Conscious traveling with a family has never been easier or […]

That is so awesome that you are taking time to travel with your family! I truly believe that travel is an experience that everyone deserves and needs. Seeing the world is not only fun, but it also enriches our lives and expands our perspectives. By traveling abroad with your children, you are taking a pivotal […]

Can you believe it’s December? 2016 is just around the corner! To inspire a sense of joy and wonder for the new year I’ve asked 12 family travel bloggers to tell us about their most unforgettable family experience. Their experiences take us from Iceland to Hawaii, from Africa to Asia, winter through summer. And they’re […]

Hiking does not require access to forest trails or mountaintops, nature preserves or valley fields. These are all great places for a trot through nature, but cities can offer some of the many same advantages when hiking with the kids. Commune with nature. The right route through a city can offer beautiful neighborhood gardens, grassy parks […]