Like a lot of families, our summer vacation plans were canceled due to COVID-19. We are looking forward to the days when we can travel again. When we are able, our next vacation will be a home exchange. We got started home exchanging three years ago, and now, it's our favorite way to vacation! So far, we have swapped homes with families in Copenhagen, Ottawa, and Barcelona. … [Read more...] about Why A Home Exchange Is a Great Family Vacation
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Keep Your Kids Safe in the Water this 4th of July
If you are planning on hitting the beach, pool, or nearby lake to celebrate the 4th this year, make sure you keep your little ones safe while enjoying the water with family and friends! The Infant Swimming Resource provided the following tips to help families protect their young children in and around the water this 4th of July weekend. "Research shows that most drownings … [Read more...] about Keep Your Kids Safe in the Water this 4th of July
Holiday Travel Tips and Tricks
I was feeling overwhelmed yesterday and I'm not sure why. Maybe holiday malaise has already sunk in? Could it be that I have pushed myself so incredibly hard over the last year that I am fried? How about the fact that I am going away this weekend and I have so much sh*t to do?I don't know. More than likely a little bit of all of the above. This is exactly what vacations are … [Read more...] about Holiday Travel Tips and Tricks
11 Tips for Traveling with Kids
Before you know it, winter vacation will be here. If you're planning a family adventure, the following tips and tricks will help you pull it off like a pro — even with a tiny traveler in tow! 1. Choose flight times wisely. Don't kick off the holidays with a fussy flyer in your lap. The best way to keep your journey peaceful is to pick a time when your child is most likely … [Read more...] about 11 Tips for Traveling with Kids
Moms Need Vacations Too
Goodbye to those spontaneous weekend trips with the girls and hello to bottles, diapers and taking care of the kids. Being a mom is a gift and spending time with your kids is definitely priority number 1. But this new life doesn’t mean the vacations all must end. Summer is a great time for a getaway with your girlfriends or your hubby. We know it’s super hard to leave … [Read more...] about Moms Need Vacations Too