Looking for the best U.S. national parks for families? There are breathtaking national parks all over the United States filled with hot springs, waterfalls, mountains, incredible wildlife, and some of the best views you could possibly imagine. With family-friendly activities like hiking, swimming, kayaking, rock climbing, and zip-lining, your next trip to one of the best national parks in the U.S. is guaranteed to be unforgettable. [This post on the Best U.S. National Parks for…

When you think of Miami, “family-friendly” may not be the first term that comes to mind. Yes, this flashy city that also happens to be my hometown, is notorious for its dazzling nightlife and luxury accommodations. However, don’t forget that Miami is also famed for its stunning beaches, great history, thriving cultural scene, and sunny weather. With world-class dining for the adults and fun-filled water parks for the kids, Miami is the ultimate family-friendly destination.…

Are you planning a family road trip?  As a kid, I LOVED road trips. Being on the open road, enjoying the change of scenery, seeing new places, and meeting new people excited me. But as a parent, family road trips can quickly become a nightmare if you don’t plan.  But it doesn’t have to be a horrible experience.  Here are some tips to make family road trips less stressful and more fun.  1.  Establish Expectations…

You just booked an epic international adventure!! Way to go!!!  Before you slip into vacay mode, you need a travel checklist!  There are a few planning steps that are an essential part of traveling abroad.  But have no fear, I’ve got you covered.  Here’s an experienced-based, detailed checklist of essential things to do to prepare for international travel.   After you tackle the items off of this checklist, you’ll be ready for international travel.   1.  Make…

If you’re ready to take an international family trip, one of the first steps in the planning process is to make sure that everyone in your family has a passport – that includes the smallest members as well. But the passport application process is a bit different for anyone under the age of 16.  Travel is the best education.  Travel has afforded me opportunities to meet interesting people and have transformative experiences. Through those experiences,…

[This Zion’s Tiny Oasis review was originally published in Travel World International Magazine] The global pandemic has left me altered. I once sped through excursions, booking trips within trips with an aim to tick as many items as possible off my bucket list. After two years marked by devastating personal losses, closures, and cancelations, I’m achingly aware of the fragility of life, and how salient time and shared memories are. I have discovered that the…