Tag: trips
Woe is Me! My Vacations are Canceled
When this whole pandemic started in March, I thought nothing about the potential impact on our upcoming travel or even a change to our...
Vacation Parenting – An Extreme Sport
Ahhhhh, vacation. Just the word makes me want to relax. Some of my best memories as a kid are vacations at my grandparents' house...
Doing Disney on a Budget
Is it really possible to do Disney on a budget? If you plan your trip in advance and follow some of these money-saving tips,...
The 50 State Challenge
Our family is on a quest to visit all 50 states before the kids reach high school. Why did we start this crazy bucket...
Temporary Retirement
I am sitting at the airport on my way home from four days visiting my grandfather in Florida. I feel rested and happy and...
All in a Day’s Trip: A Visit to The Statute of...
We all think about New York City and taking a venture there with our kids, but we can be overwhelmed with all the choices...
Preparing for a Road Trip with an Anxious Child
This fall, my brother’s wedding in Ashville, North Carolina, will bring our first family road trip. Sure, we’ve driven an hour here or there,...
Daycation in Milford
If you’re looking for an easy, family-friendly day trip, consider a visit to Milford! Situated on the eastern border of Fairfield County, Milford sits...
“I’m Not Going to Say It Again” and Other Ridiculous Things...
It’s summer and we’re on family vacation. It’s just me and my husband, and our four kids ages 7, 5, 2 and 1. We’re...
Why Every Mom Needs Packing Cubes to Travel
Have you ever used packing cubes to travel? If you haven't, well then you are missing out on one of the greatest organizational tools...