Momma Wanderlust - Curating Cultural Travels for Families

When considering Washington, DC for your next family vacation, you might think of the White House, government buildings, and droves of tourists but DC is so much more than that. With its historic monuments, eccentric art culture, and great food Washington, DC has a lot to offer vacationing families. Why Visit DC with your Family Washington, DC (DC to locals) is the capital of the United States. Everyone is encouraged to visit DC at least…

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…

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. PRO TIP: If you’re planning to visit two or…

Looking for the best things to do in Buenos Aires, Argentina?  Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, is a vibrant and beautiful city.  However, I must admit that Argentina was never on my travel bucket list.  I visited the country because my dream expedition to Antarctica was sandwiched between two 24-hour layovers in Buenos Aires and Ushuaia, Argentina.  I was initially surprised not to see myself reflected in the faces of the people of the…

Looking for things to do in Ushuaia, Argentina?  Ushuaia (pronounced Oo-swi-yah)  is dubbed, the “World’s Southernmost City” and “El Fin del Mundo” (the “End of the World”), and is the closest city to Antarctica.  For most adventure-seeking travelers, Ushuaia is the gateway to the 7th Continent, which is what brought me to this small town. The itinerary for my bucket-list adventure to Antarctica included two layovers in Ushuaia (before and after).  This city is right…

The blooming cherry blossom trees in Washington, DC are the official kick-off to spring in the region. The pink and white petals serve as a welcome to spring in the nation’s capital. Each year, the city hosts the National Cherry Blossom Festival which typically coincides with the trees’ peak bloom. Recently, the National Park Service announced its prediction for peak bloom this year, which is between April 2-5th. The three-week fete, that commemorates when the city…