Kauai, Hawaii is my absolute favorite family destination and I have nothing but awesome things to say about it. There are so many reasons to love Kauai. I believe the main reason that this island, at the top of the Hawaiian archipelago, is so beloved is its diverse terrain. There is literally something for every member of the family. Whether you love tropical rainforests, the beach and water activities, or mountains and canyons – the Garden Isle of Kauai has it all! On our ... View the Post
Remembering Anthony Bourdain
Chef. Storyteller. Traveler. Foodie. Legend. There are so many words that have been used to describe Anthony Bourdain since his apparent suicide today. While all of those adjectives apply, they seem to fall short of painting an accurate portrait of who this behemoth was/is to the masses out here in these streets. As a participant in the black travel movement and member of the global travel community, I can say that Bourdain was an inspiration. I don’t remember exactly when I started ... View the Post
Disney Don’ts: What not to do at Disney
Money-saving tips for your next trip to Disney I just returned home from the Magic Kingdom and it was everything I had hoped it would be. I thoroughly enjoyed watching the looks of wonder and awe in my children’s faces as they met some of their favorite Disney characters. It was the trip of a lifetime. However, there are a few things that I wish I had done differently. I believe these minor tweaks may have enhanced our Disney experience. I hope these tips save you some time and money on ... View the Post
How to Apply for a Passport for Your Child
As an avid single traveler - I have visited 13 countries across 5 continents. During my journeys, I met people that have changed the fabric of who I am. Not only did I learn some of the nuances of other languages, cultures, and topographies, traveling abroad altered my view of them myself, the world, and my place in it. As far as I’m concerned, there’s no better education. And now that I'm a mother of two, I cannot wait to share the world with my kiddos. If you’re ready to take an ... View the Post
Momma on the Move: My First Blog Post
Hi, my name is Tykesha. Wife. Mother. World Traveler. Oh yeah, I’m also a writer and this is my first post for the Momma Wanderlust blog. Even though, I am a writer by trade, it has literally taken me months to write this first blog. I did some soul searching to understand why it has been so difficult for me to write about travel with my children and as a family. While doing some self-reflection, it occured to me that the reason I haven’t been able to put pen to paper is because of ... View the Post
