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…

The United States is filled with scenic drives that attract tourists from all over the world.  During the fall these scenic routes are transformed into an oasis of autumn beauty. The leaves change from green to vibrant hues of reds, and oranges providing a spectacular view of nature.  From the Pacific Northwest to New England, there are tons of epic road trip destinations to be discovered. I’ve rounded up my top picks for fall road…

You just booked an epic international adventure for your family!! Way to go!!!  Before you slip into vacay mode, you need an international checklist for travel!  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 checklist.   After you tackle the items off of this checklist, you’ll be…

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,…

Solo travel is one of the best ways to build confidence.  There’s something transformative about navigating the world alone… it builds confidence while helping travelers get a deeper appreciation of the world and their place in it.  Although, I’m a family travel expert, my wanderlust was initially ignited by solo travel.  As a solo female traveler, I’ve picked up some important safety tips along the way. Here are my top 10 safety tips for solo…

Family vacations require tons of planning, budgeting, and patience. For many of us, they wind up being the best week of the whole year and an amazing opportunity to connect with our loved ones. But let’s be real, family vacations are also stressful. When traveling with kids, an avoidable mistake can lead to sour moods for the whole day or even the entire trip. Today, I’m sharing some of my top family travel hacks so…