Have you ever forgotten something for a trip? I have. For years my husband watched as I forgot sunglasses, swimsuits, eye glasses, sandals, and even pajamas when we took vacations. Each time he would tell me, “YOU NEED A PACKING LIST!” And I would shake my head and say, “no, I know what I need.”…
For families looking for more than your typical SUV, the 2016 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro is definitely one you should check out. Its rugged design means it can handle all your adventurous outdoor activities while the comfortable interior and driving make it nice for running life’s errands as well. What I Loved Let’s start with looks….
‘Tis the season for holiday travel. Many of us travel for fun or to visit family during Thanksgiving and/or Christmas. I wanted to share with you some of my top holiday travel tips to help your family if you’re traveling, whether by air or car. AIR HOLIDAY TRAVEL TIPS Check-in Early Go ahead and take…
Ready to get some tips about keeping travel food costs low, and providing healthier eating options while traveling? Tonya is here to share all about what necessities she packs when she’s planning on cooking in a hotel room on vacation. It’s the latest in our A to Z packing tips series, so welcome Tonya! Are…
After quite a few trips with my kids, I’ve learned the value of a well-packed kids travel bag. Whether you’re traveling by plane, car, boat, or train, your kids are going to get bored. It’s worth a bit of extra time and consideration to pack them activities that will keep them entertained, and excite all…
Summer is often a time for people to travel, and families can create new and amazing memories together. Growing up my family didn’t have many opportunities to travel due to health and finances, so it’s been an important activity for me with raising my own girls. Last I checked, we didn’t have a money tree growing…
“It’s a digital age”, we’ve all heard that saying, right? Many of us are plugged in, perhaps too much, and it’s become a major part of our lives. Vacations are certainly a time to unplug and get away, but there are some technology gadgets that can be embraced and brought along to add some enjoyment…
We’re definitely an active family and hope to encourage our kids to always be active and fit. As much as we love technology in this household, sometimes we need to ensure we get our kids unplugged and plugged into some physical fitness. Today I’m welcoming Ethel Baumberg from FLYAROO to share with us 10 great ideas…
While we all have visions of sunshine and smiles when we imagine our family vacations, sometimes things go wrong, including someone getting hurt or sick. Even if it’s a minor illness or injury, it’s always a great idea to be prepared while traveling, so today I’m sharing my helpful tips for what to pack in…
Today I’m sharing our summer vacation style with the clothes I’ve purchased from one of our favorite stores, Kohl’s. Thank you to Kohl’s for providing me gift cards to facilitate this post. We’ve been having some great sunny days lately in Seattle, which partnered with my kids counting down the number of school days left, has…
Today I’m handing the keyboard over to my husband William, and he’s sharing all about his new hobby, the Rubik’s Cube. Read on to find out tips for getting your kids, or yourself, started on solving the Rubik’s Cube. By now everyone has heard of the world’s best-selling puzzle game, the Rubik’s Cube. The classic 3x3x3…
Are you ready to take your kids on vacation and hoping to keep your sanity? After years of traveling with my kids, I’ve learned a few things. You’ll enjoy your vacation much more if you keep these family travel tips in mind. Don’t Overbook One of the biggest mistakes I think I’ve made sometimes in…
