A Maldives resort vacation is not inexpensive, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of free things to do once you’re there! Yes, there are typical beach vacation activities like reading on the beach, going for a stroll along the sand, and swimming in the Maldives. And, there’s plenty more. Here are some things that […]
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You’ve booked your Maldives resort and your flights. Now you can put your wallet away, right? Probably not. While you may have booked an incredible all-inclusive stay at your resort, there may still be some things you’ll need to pay for. Even if you haven’t book an all-inclusive stay, it’s still nice to know what
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If you’re visiting a Maldives resort with your family it’s really easy to focus on the turquoise water, white sand beaches, colorful fish you see while snorkeling, and delicious tropical fruit. But, there’s so much going on behind the scenes! If you have a chance, take a ‘back-of-house’ tour (aka eco tour or behind-the-scenes tour)
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Heading to a Phoenix Mercury WNBA game with your kids? Or are you trying to decide if it’s a good idea or not (spoiler: yes, it most definitely is). My kids and I are big WNBA fans. We’re loyal to Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever, but we also really enjoy watching the Seattle Storm
GOING TO A PHOENIX MERCURY (WNBA) GAME WITH KIDS – Our Guide + Tips Read More »
Are you thinking about renting a car for your time in Phoenix? I’ve spent time in Phoenix as a tourist and a student, dating all the way back to 1998! My parents live here and we visit them at different times during the year. Our most recent trip was over the holidays – 3 kids,
RENTING A CAR AT THE PHOENIX AIRPORT (PHX) – How it Works (+ Tips) Read More »
I’ll happily spend time reading about how families travel… from how they get from A to B, to where they stop to eat, to what the timing of their days are like. I figure it’s time I gave back and shared what we do on a typical day of our trips to Disneyland and Disney
OUR DISNEYLAND (& CALIFORNIA ADVENTURE) BASIC ROUTINE Read More »
If you’re planning a family trip to Disneyland and are looking for a luxurious, fancy hotel… click out of this post. While I do enjoy lux hotels, we always stay at a budget hotel (2- or 3-star) when we visit Disneyland. Why? Because we use it as a place to sleep at night (plus midday
BUDGET HOTELS FOR YOUR DISNEYLAND TRIP – Where We’ve Stayed Read More »
Planning a trip to Vietnam is a little more complicated than say, a trip to a US National Park or a vacation to a European city. With multiple climates, need for a visa (for many travelers), and an unfamiliar language, it can be overwhelming to plan a vacation to Vietnam. I’ve recently returned from an
VIETNAM PRE-TRIP CHECKLIST + Our Free Printable Checklist Read More »
Xin chà o! – Hello! I’ve just returned from an 18-day trip to Vietnam with two of my boys (ages 7 & 10) and my parents (in their 70s). We traveled with a carry-on roller bag each, plus I purchased a duffel bag in Vietnam that we used for transporting souvenirs, dirty clothes, wet swimsuits, etc.
FAMILY PACKING LIST FOR VIETNAM + Our Packing Regrets Read More »
If you’ve been searching for which plug adapter you need for your visit to Vietnam, I feel you! I scoured the internet for information from someone on the ground in Vietnam but only found generic websites and I wasn’t confident in the info. I’ve just returned from an 18-day trip to Vietnam with my parents
VIETNAM PLUG ADAPTER – What You Need + Electrical Outlet Photos From Our Trip Read More »
Are you trying to figure out where to stay in Chicago with your family? I spent a few days in Chicago with my 10-year-old to see a WNBA game and found a safe, convenient area and comfortable, clean, budget-friendly hotel for our stay. Why listen to me? I enjoy hotel research, and I’ve got a
WHERE TO STAY IN CHICAGO WITH KIDS – Our Neighborhood & Hotel Pick Read More »
Have you ever looked at a souvenir you brought back from a trip and wondered, “Why oh why?” About a year ago, my almost-10-year-old son and I came back from an incredible trip from Japan. And we brought some souvenirs home with us. Before leaving, I’d read a ton online about travelers bringing back suitcases
JAPAN SOUVENIRS – Regrets & Favorites (1-Year Later) Read More »
