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 …
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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 …
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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, …
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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 …
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How to Get Your Travel Mojo Back After Having Kids
by Tykesha77[This article was originally published in British Airways High Life Magazine] Before marriage and children, my life was dedicated to travel and work. I worked for the sole purpose of financing my wanderlust. However, my love of travel is rooted in my fervent desire to learn. With the fragments of new languages and cultures realized, I became a better and deeper version of myself. For me, travel is life squared (life²). I traveled a few …
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Need some ideas for your family’s summer travel in 2021? Life as we knew it was altered considerably in 2020. With highly anticipated trips canceled, many of us were stuck at home and left feeling isolated. Life has started to slowly return to normal and new social distancing guidelines are put in place to allow us to travel safely, the idea of travel is finally back on the table. With the travel bug itching now …