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We may not have a crystal ball, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have solid predictions when it comes to the hottest family travel trends 2019. The coming year will see new approaches to how travelers interact with destinations based on evolving priorities. 2017 ushered in the trend of sustainable travel that benefits local communities, […]

December 27, 2018

Family Travel Trends 2019: Can We Agree on These New Year’s Resolutions?

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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. […]

November 20, 2018

How to Foster Thankfulness During Family Travel

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Electronics have become a go-to way to keep kids entertained in airports, on car rides, and during airplane flights. But what if you’re committed to a week of  unplugged travel and decide to leave electronics behind? Yes, the prospect of flying without gadgets to keep kiddos quiet can feel daunting. But when it comes to […]

November 13, 2018

Unplugged Travel: How to Entertain Kids on a Plane

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Car seats remain a crucial tool for protecting little ones. But while you’d never imagine forgoing one at home, when it comes to traveling with an infant, dragging around a heavy, bulky car seat can prove a serious hassle. When should you bring one? And when should you consider other options? For air travel with […]

November 6, 2018

Traveling with an Infant: Got Car Seat?

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The holidays are right around the corner, which means one thing: family travel. Whether you’re taking a road trip to grandma’s house or going farther afield on a Thanksgiving family adventure, you need all of the family travel hacks that you can get your hands on. So, without further ado, here are five of my […]

November 1, 2018

5 Family Travel Hacks to Make Vacations Easier

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Are you preparing for international travel with the whole family? If so, your kids will need passports. Not sure where to start? No worries. We’ve got you covered when it comes to everything you need to know about getting a passport for kids. First Child Passport Give yourself ample time to collect and submit the […]

October 23, 2018

What You Need to Know about Getting a Passport for Kids

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Thailand recently announced that its once pristine Maya Bay will remain closed indefinitely to tourists. Ringed by cliffs, the turquoise waters and white sand beaches of the bay were immortalized in Leonardo DiCaprio’s film The Beach. But the price of fame meant up to 5,000 tourists visited the bay per day, and, unfortunately, the vast […]

October 16, 2018

How to Teach Ethical Travel to Our Kids

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From ancient ruins to cascading waterfalls, Thailand and Cambodia deliver big when it comes to adventure travel with kids. You’ll love their gorgeous beaches and lush jungles, and you’ll have the opportunity to visit one-of-a-kind attractions, making these sister nations the ideal spot for a family vacation. From working with elephants at a sanctuary, to […]

October 11, 2018

Adventure Travel with Kids: Thailand & Cambodia

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Interested in visiting Patagonia with kids? Imagine a land of snow-clad granite peaks, turquoise lakes, lush forests, massive glaciers, and exotic wildlife. If you’ve ever longed to visit some of the most pristine wilderness settings in the world and come face-to-face with sublime landscapes that will make you feel completely insignificant, then the Torres del […]

September 27, 2018

Visiting Patagonia with Kids: Torres del Paine National Park

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Pouting. Whining. Complaining. Sulking. Few behaviors bring the fun of family vacations to a screeching halt as quickly. Yet, during travels with children, these negative behaviors happen, especially when kids find themselves in unfamiliar surroundings and situations. When it comes to fun travel for kids, how can you move past these difficult moments? Check out […]

September 25, 2018

Travels with Children: How to Deal with Whining & Complaining

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