by Melissa | May 25, 2020 | Tips, Travel Advising, Traveling with Kids
Giddy up everyone, because I’m about to get real. Real about family travel and the Pandemic. The travel industry has just been through the most challenging three months in history. Worse than 9/11. Worse than the 2008 recession. Worse than anything anybody could...
by Melissa | May 26, 2019 | Caribbean, Central America, Cruises, Mexico, Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Maya, Tips
When booking a vacation, a lot of families struggle with the question, “Should we book all inclusive or a la carte (European Plan)?” There are so many factors that go into that decision that I wrestle with it myself. What does European plan mean? Is it...
by Melissa | Oct 5, 2018 | Central America, Costa Rica, Luxury travel, Things for Kids, Tips, Traveling with Kids, Uncategorized
Nosara, Costa Rica couldn’t be a more charming town. Are you picturing dirt roads, small boutiques and little cafes, all within walking distance to a wide stretch of beach? Look no further than this Costa Rican town. And since food is one of my favorite...
by Melissa | Jul 22, 2018 | Africa, Tanzania, Tips, Traveling with Kids
Planning a family friendly Tanzanian safari took a long time for our family. We really wanted to make sure everything was perfect and went smoothly. The planning stage took a little over a year. But nothing could prepare me for the organization it required when it...
by Melissa | Feb 11, 2018 | Tips, Traveling with Kids
Family travel is scary to some, but definitely doable when you put your mind to it! Whenever I hear good tips from fellow bloggers, I keep them in the back of my mind for a helpful post for all. So I bring you below…….family travel tips from practical...
by Melissa | Nov 15, 2017 | Luxury travel, Tips, Travel Advising, Traveling with Kids
There are no shortage of tour and travel companies out there. Some are good, some are bad. Many families don’t even think about booking through a tour company and stick to the basics – Disney, a California beach. Maybe the Grand Canyon. But anyone who...