‘Tis the season for holiday sparkle, cozy traditions, and festive travel! Make the most wonderful time of the year even better by checking out the holiday traditions offered by some of the world’s most luxurious and elegant hotels. Best of all, these accommodations are all a part of the Virtuoso network, which means when you […]

We’re already in the thick of the holiday season. This time of year presents unique challenges when it comes to honoring the tenets of conscious parenting. After all, stockings need to be filled, traditions honored, and gifts given. Before falling into the consumer craziness, consider taking a more conscious approach. How? With these meaningful Christmas gift ideas for kids.

Whether you’ve got preschoolers or preteens, we’ve collected these 10 fun and simple Valentine’s crafts for kids. They’ll engage your family’s imaginations and inspire them to explore their creative sides. Best of all, nothing spruces up the dreary end to winter like celebrating a holiday devoted to love. So, gather the ribbons, construction paper, glue, glitter, and more, then get ready to make keepsakes that’ll brighten up your home and fill it with warmth and cheer this February.

Ah, the holidays! Black Friday Sales, Doorbuster Deals, and eggnog lattes. The season can feel hectic if we don’t set aside time to count our blessings. Now’s the perfect moment to acknowledge those who are less fortunate than ourselves by paying it forward. Fortunately, there are excellent gift ideas for kids that are meaningful, spread a little holiday cheer, and encourage global awareness. Here’s our top picks for 2020.

Each June, hundreds of Peruvian families come together for a one-of-a-kind festival near the village of Quehue. About 100 miles from Cusco, Quehue boasts an ancient tradition rooted in the culture of the Inca. Lasting four days, the event includes bridge building, dancing, a feast of local delicacies, and marks a unique way to learn about Peruvian culture for kids. Learn more about the Q’eswachaka Festival and why it helps locals “bridge” the cultural gap to their past.

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 […]

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 […]

‘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. […]