My family and I joined the masses on the open road to take a family road trip from Washington, DC, to Nashville, Tennessee, which takes 10-plus hours.  We anticipated making frequent stops to eat and stretch our legs. But we quickly discovered that our four-year-old gets carsick. Our daughter got nauseous and vomited about 30 minutes are each meal while we were on the road.  We made some adjustments for our return trip home that…

Stumped on where to take your family for spring break vacation next year? Don’t worry; I’ve got you covered. In this list of the top spring break ideas for families in 2023, I am sharing with you the best of the best. So, whether you’re looking for the ultimate outdoor adventure or a relaxing trip to the beach, there’s something for everyone. By the time you’ve finished reading, you will be ready to pack your…

Stumped on where to take your family for spring break vacation next year? Don’t worry; I’ve got you covered. In this list of the top spring break ideas for families in 2023, I am sharing with you the best of the best. Whether you’re looking for the ultimate outdoor adventure or a relaxing trip to the beach, there’s something for everyone. By the time you’ve finished reading, you will be ready to pack your bags,…

Going on vacation soon? Preparing your home before going a vacation is just as important as packing all the right things. I’ve put together a list of things to do to prepare your home before vacation. These are reminders of the things that must be done before you leave the house. [This post on How to Prepare Your Home Before Going on a Vacation was originally published November 2021 and updated August 2022.] How to…

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…

We took our first international family trip to Sydney, Australia!  When we arrived, our son was 4 years old and our daughter was 14 months old. But getting around in Australia with two small kids was not the easy undertaking I thought it would be.  Since we were only planning to be in Sydney for five full days (we had three additional days already earmarked for day trips), we wanted to have the ease of…