If you’re planning a trip to Japan with a 10-year-old*, take a look at our itinerary for ideas and what we loved and wish we’d done differently. I’d traveled to Japan before (as a solo traveler in my 20s), but this was my first time visiting Japan with one of my children. We had an […]
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I know, you’re coming to Japan to see incredible temples, climb Mt. Fuji, and eat loads of sushi, but did you know you can also get a pair (or three!) of eyeglasses in just a few hours? Glasses were never on my list of souvenirs to bring home from Japan until I read about someone
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My son and I traveled to Indianapolis to watch Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever play against the Connecticut Sun. We were thrilled to get to see her in action on her home court. And, my son really wanted her autograph. First, I loved trying to get autographs from my favorite athletes as a kid,
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If you’re trying to decide if you should take your kids to an Indiana Fever game, let me help you out – YES! If you’ve already bought your tickets and you want to make sure you make the most of your day, I’ve got you! Going to see an Indiana Fever WNBA game is an
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If you’re ready to bring your kid(s) to a Chicago Sky WNBA game, it’s about time! Women’s pro basketball games are a kid-friendly way to introduce kids to professional sports and an opportunity for children to see a pro game without you having to pay a month’s mortgage for the experience. The Chicago Sky’s venue,
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Are you pondering a trip to Tokyo with your kids, but wondering where you should stay? Maybe you’ve already booked your flight and now you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed with the size of Tokyo and the choices for hotels and apartments. Either way, let’s take a look at where you may want to stay in
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If you’d told me 20 years ago I’d be a mom of three boys frequenting Monster Jam, I would’ve laughed in your face. But, here I am, bringing my guys to Monster Jam and keeping up with the latest monster trucks (I’m partial to Monster Mutt, the Dalmation version). If you’re about to jump on
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If you’re reading this you’ve likely gone down the online rabbit hole while researching your Maldives trip. I wanted to type up this list of regrets – mine and those that I’ve heard from others (in person and online) – in order to help you decide: These are all based on a resort stay in
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The Maldives are a dreamy holiday destination, with its white sand beaches, warm turquoise water, colorful sea life, and excellent cuisine. While it’s a honeymoon destination for many, it’s also a family-friendly place to vacation. But, is it a good place to bring a baby? I’m a mom of three and I’ve traveled to the
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If you’re contemplating a trip to the Maldives, it’s likely that one of your first questions is, “How many days should I stay?” I get it – I asked myself that same question, and I’ve read responses from hundreds of others as well. There’s no right answer – it all depends on you, your travel
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If you’re heading to Tokyo with your kids, get ready for some entertaining, interesting, and fun activities! I’ve spent time in Tokyo on my own, but my visit with my 9-year-old (he was just weeks away from turning 10) was even more magical. If you’re like me and spend hours and hours trying to make
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Are you trying to decide which Washington beach to visit with your kids? Ocean Shores is a small town on the Pacific coast that’s kid-friendly, easy to reach, and makes for a perfect 2-3 day getaway for families. I recently visited Ocean Shores with my three kids and my parents. My kids loved playing on
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