Packing always feels like one of the biggest hurdles to overcome prior to leaving on a big trip, especially with a big family. We always far prefer to pack light so we don’t feel overwhelmed with packing and unpacking, especially … Read More
We’ve used a LOT of sunscreen this summer. Between walking around in lots of cities in the heat right near the equator to being out on the water a ton in pools and the ocean, I’ve tried to be serious … Read More
When we decided to travel for 2 months, we spent a fair bit of time figuring out different luggage configurations and all the packing we’d need to do. Would we want to do all carry ons? Checked luggage? Backpacks? And … Read More
I love having my kids participate in the packing process from a young age. After years of practice, here’s what my 8 year old packed in his kids overnight bag. I loved seeing him go through the packing process on … Read More
For me, summer travel shirts need to be lightweight, comfortable, and versatile. Here are three categories of summer travel tops that I always pack for every destination! Lightweight Neutral T-Shirt for Summer Travel Shirts I always love packing a neutral, … Read More
Traveling with kids internationally can be so fun and also a bit overwhelming. There’s a lot to think about and take! I’m a big fan of packing minimally to limit stress (here’s our packing list) except when it comes to … Read More
We try to pack fairly minimally when traveling as a family, but we always like to have a few first aid items for travel on hand. Here’s everything we include in our traveler’s first aid kit for kids. I hope … Read More
We recently returned from 3 weeks in the South Pacific and had an incredible time. We feel so grateful to have seen the natural beauty and visited our 63rd (out of 63!) US National Park! Here are some South Pacific … Read More
Having a child fly alone as a solo child traveler is a big milestone and very exciting! We’ve had several of our kiddos fly solo at ages 7, 10, and 12. Here’s a post with everything to know about solo … Read More
Merino wool base layers are for sure our number one adventure essential for kids and also for adults. We always add them to our packing list and wear them outdoor adventures. Wool is amazing for regulating body temperature, so it’s … Read More
I’ve made packing lists for my kids for years, but it was really a game changer when I started making kids visual packing lists. It allowed even my young kids to start participating in the packing process, and getting them … Read More
This post is sponsored by REI. All opinions are my own. Whether we’re planning a winter trip packing list or making sure we have the right winter hiking gear for kids and families right at home, we try to consider … Read More
