My kids and I travel together a lot, often without the company of another adult. We fly together, we drive long distances together, and we explore new places together. I love our adventures. I traveled alone before kids and was…
Changing Time Zones: How to Tackle Jet Lag with Little Ones
I recently posted about maintaining family routines, structure, and rhythms on the go. You may be wondering how this all plays out with time zone changes and jet lag. How can family routines and rhythms stay consistent when you are…
Practicing Hospitality: Opening Our Doors to the World
Giving our children the world is not just about globetrotting, it is also about opening our own doors to the world. Through hospitality, we can invite the world into our home. What does hospitality look like? To everyone it can…
Give your Kids Maps: 5 Reasons to Have Maps in your House
Hanging above my three year old’s bed, is a map of the world with little pins identifying all the places he has visited. It is not there to show off, but rather to inspire him and to feed his curiosity….
Amsterdam with Young Kids: 3 Days of Kid-Friendly Fun
There are some aspects of Amsterdam that are not very little-kid friendly – the red light district, the rowdy bachelor parties, and even some of the sites. But there are plenty of great ways you and your little ones can…
Austria With Children
Austria is a great destination for young families. Stunning Alps, picture-perfect villages, and beautiful cities packed with history. I could easily fill a month with things I want to see and do in Austria. The great news is that much…
Reasons to Fly Indirect With Young Children
There are certain destinations that I will always choose to fly nonstop. Most destinations, in fact. Take the short flight to Grandma and Grandpa’s house. It makes no sense to double or even triple the travel time. And we visit…
5 Tips For Visiting Museums and Historical Sites with Children
Visiting museums and historical sites with babies, toddlers, and young kids can be more of a joy than you might expect. Here are some tips to make your trip to a museum or historical site enjoyable. 1. Pick the right…
My 10 Favorite Baby Products
With another baby coming into our family and many pregnant friends, I have found myself thinking about baby products a lot lately. We have owned several items that just did not live up to the hype or really serve our…
Ways to Practice Hospitality as a Family this Holiday Season
The holidays are full of opportunities to extend hospitality as a family. This family-friendly season is a great time to bring our kids alongside us as we get involved with our community and practice hospitality. Here are some ideas for…
Practicing Hospitality with Kids: The Value of a Chest Freezer
Hospitality is something I strive to incorporate into our family life. But opening our doors to the world can sometimes seem like a lot of effort. I have found that the art of hospitality can be made easier with certain…
4 Days in San Diego with Kids
With pleasant weather year-round and plenty to do, San Diego makes for a perfect family getaway. 3-4 days is a perfect length of time to get a good feel for San Diego. In this post I share what I would…
Why I Love Winter Travel
I love winter travel. And I’m not talking about ski vacations or tropical beaches. I’m talking about Edinburgh when the sun sets before 4 pm, Oxford and the Cotswolds when they are socked in, and Amsterdam when it is windy…
5 Reasons Why We Start to Decorate for Christmas on November 1
The holiday season seems to be an unavoidably busy time for all families. Between Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year, there are so many magical moments and wonderful ways to connect with community and spend time with family. But it doesn’t…
Traveling with Kids: No Fancy Gear Needed!
For those who are intimidated by all the gear that people may say is needed for travel, I want to encourage you to resist the pressure to go buy a lot. Showing children the world does not require fancy or…
