Packing for Hawaii does not need to be complicated. The islands are pretty casual. After countless trips to the various Hawaiian Islands with and without kids, I have never noticed something critical that I forgot to pack and couldn’t buy…
Hawaii: The Big Island with Kids
The Island of Hawai’i (commonly called the “Big Island”) is a fantastic destination that offers so much variety for families traveling with kids. Beautiful beaches, lava spewing volcanos, historic and cultural landmarks, lively farmers markets, and plenty of places to…
3 Summer Days in Minneapolis with Kids
With an abundance of lakes, parks, and beautiful weather, Minneapolis is a great summer vacation destination with kids! No trip to Minneapolis in the summer is complete without some time spent at (or on) one of the many nearby lakes….
Packing Tips for Trips with Young Kids
In this post I am sharing with you my packing tips, including what and how I pack my family for a trip (clothes, toiletries, baby gear, etc.) and my 5-step system for packing my family’s clothes. I use essentially the…
Packing a Family of 4 for 1 Month in Europe
Over the years we have learned to travel light. I often fly solo with our young children and can’t carry much when it’s just me. When my husband and I started preparing for a month in Europe with a 2.5…
8 Reasons to Travel With Young Kids
Don’t wait! Get out there and explore! Travel with young kids can be such a joy, and I am here to encourage you to try it. If you are questioning the sanity of the idea because you are already feeling…
