Travel with Kids

In today's episode, Jenn from Travel More Momma, a travel expert and mom of two, shares her experience and tips on traveling to all-inclusive resorts with kids. She highlights the convenience and stress-free nature of all-inclusive resorts, where everything is taken care of and decisions are minimized. We also discuss the downsides, such as the high cost and limited cultural immersion. Jenn shares a few tips and strategies for booking and enjoying all-inclusive resorts with kids, and topics such as using travel agents, reading reviews, and knowing what to look for when booking. We cover a few ways to cut back on costs, including using points and miles, booking during shoulder seasons, and taking advantage of family-friendly resort options. They share recommendations for resorts, such as Hyatt Ziva and Hilton, and offer packing tips and advice for families with larger groups. Jenn also provides resources for earning and redeeming points for travel. Links: Jenn's Points & Miles Starter Guide: https://travel-more-momma.ck.page/ad0108fe0c Jenn on Instagram: @travel.more.momma FIND ME AT: Blog: http://www.emilymkrause.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amomexplores/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amomexplores EMAIL ME AT: hello@amomexplores.com

Today's episode is all about family road trips! I'm sharing my top tips for packing for a road trip, organizing the car for a road trip, keeping kids entertained on a road trip, and the best road trips for families in the United States. Links: ChooMee (affiliate link) Amazon Storefront: Road Trip Activities Amazon Storefront: Road Trip Organization Blog Post: Engaging Conversation Starters for Families 📍 FREE Packing Checklists and Road Trip Scavenger Hunt Here: https://www.subscribepage.com/packing 📍 Family Road Trip Activity Book: http://www.emilymkrause.com/kids-road-trip-activity-book 📍 Find my Family Travel Planner here: http://www.emilymkrause.com/family-travel-planner FIND ME AT: Blog: http://www.emilymkrause.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amomexplores/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amomexplores EMAIL ME AT: hello@amomexplores.com

Today's episode is all about visiting Puerto Rico with kids! Planning a family vacation to Puerto Rico? We spent 1 week in PR for our spring break and had the best time exploring the island. From El Yunque National Forest to the beautiful beaches and the charm of Old San Juan, there's so much to see and do in this US Territory! (And no passports needed for US citizens! Blog Posts: The Perfect 1 Week Puerto Rico Itinerary for Families How Much Is A Trip to Puerto Rico? Our Family Vacation Cost Essential Packing List for Puerto Rico Where to find me: Blog: http://www.emilymkrause.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amomexplores/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amomexplores

LEGOLAND was never on my bucket list, but when my son chose it for his birthday trip I had no choice but to visit. In this episode I'm sharing all about the LEGOLAND Hotels and whether I think they are worth it, tips for visiting the parks, the Florida parks vs the California parks, and my overall opinion. Links Blog Post: Pirate Island Hotel Review Blog Post: LEGOLAND Florida Review + Tips for Visiting the Park Florida Resort Tour Short Video: Is the LEGOLAND Hotel Worth It? Where to find me: Blog: http://www.emilymkrause.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amomexplores/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amomexplores

Today's epidsode is all about the basics of camping with kids! We cover what gear you need for camping for beginners, how to camp with a baby, camp with a toddler, and a few tips for packing. Mostly we discuss getting comfortable with being uncomfortable, and how to try new things with your kids. You don't want to miss this episode! Learn more from their family's adventures on their blog at From Tent To Takeoff, on Instagram at @fromtenttotakeoff, or on Facebook at @fromtenttotakeoff. Where to find me: Blog: http://www.emilymkrause.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amomexplores/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amomexplores

Are you planning a trip to London with Kids? London is the perfect first international trip for families from the United States, and there are so many incredible family-friendly activities to do in this beautiful city! Today's guest, Keri Baugh from Bon Voyage with Kids is sharing her best tips and tricks for planning the perfect family vacation in London! We'll discuss her 5-day itinerary for London, where to stay, what to eat, and some tips for first time visitors. Where to find Keri: Bon Voyage With Kids Five Days In London Itinerary With Kids Instagram.com/bonvoyagewkids Facebook.com/bonvoyagewkids Pinterest.com/bonvoyagewithkids My Etsy Shop (my kids activity packs - listeners can have a 30% discount with this link) Where to find me: Blog: http://www.emilymkrause.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amomexplores/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amomexplores

In today's episode, we're talking all about how to take better pictures on your next family trip! It can be hard to capture the moment as you remember it. The lighting is too harsh, the kids don't want to pose, or your photo just isn't turning out how you imagined it. Krista Taylor is sharing her top tips and tricks for getting family vacation photos you love that don't have to look overly posed. We'll talk about the best photography equipment for families, how to compose a photo, how to pose your kids, and more! Where to Find Krista: Documenting Adventures with Children: https://www.clickphotoschool.com/documenting-adventures-with-children/ Blog: https://ourwildwanderers.com Instagram: @our.wild.wanderers Where to Find Me: Instagram: @amomexplores TikTok: @amomexplores A Mom Explores Blog

My top tips for surviving long haul flights or overnight flights with young children. We'll cover how to prepare and what to pack, whether you should get the bassinet seat, and how to help kids sleep comfortably on a plane. Blog Post: TIps for Flying with A Two-Year-Old Toddler Blog Post: Tips for Flying with A One-Year-Old Toddler Blog Post: 55 Best Airplane Toys, Game, and Activities for Toddlers Luggage Cart: affiliate link Safety 1st Jive 2-In-1 Convertible Car Seat: affiliate link Zoe Tour+ Stroller: affiliate link Instagram: @amomexplores TikTok: @amomexplores A Mom Explores Blog

In today's episode I'm welcoming Kirsten Maxwell from Kids Are A Trip to help me come up with summer vacation ideas for families! The categories are: beach, cities, road trip, outdoors/nature. We’re each going to suggest a few options for each category! Beach: San Diego: - https://kidsareatrip.com/best-kid-friendly-summer-activities-san-diego-california/) Sanibel/Captiva - https://www.emilymkrause.com/blog/2019/3/21/family-travel-guide-to-the-beaches-of-fort-myers-amp-sanibel Orange Beach/Gulf Shores Alabama https://www.emilymkrause.com/blog/best-things-to-do-in-paros-greece-with-kidshttps://kidsareatrip.com/best-things-to-do-in-door-county-with-kids-summer/ https://www.emilymkrause.com/blog/2019/3/19/reasons-the-omni-amelia-island-plantation-resort-is-perfect-for-a-family-vacation Cities: https://kidsareatrip.com/kyoto-with-teenagers/ https://www.emilymkrause.com/blog/london-with-kids-planning-a-london-vacation-the-whole-family-with-love https://kidsareatrip.com/best-things-to-do-in-the-algarve-with-kids/ Road Trips: Indianapolis (children’s museum), Louisville (baseball museum & BBQ), then Nashville (Country Music HOF - surprising kid friendly, Adventure Science Center, Cheekwood Gardens), and Chattanooga (amazing aquarium, Rock City, and Ruby Falls) https://www.emilymkrause.com/blog/south-dakota-family-vacation-road-trip-itinerary https://www.emilymkrause.com/blog/florida-keys-road-trip-itinerary-for-families https://www.emilymkrause.com/blog/southern-california-road-trip-itinerary-for-families Nature / Outdoors: https://kidsareatrip.com/uncruise-an-unforgettable-alaska-adventure-cruise https://www.emilymkrause.com/blog/costa-rica-one-week-itinerary-for-families https://kidsareatrip.com/how-to-plan-the-best-trip-to-iceland-with-kids/ https://www.emilymkrause.com/blog/visiting-new-river-gorge-national-park-with-little-kidshttps://kidsareatrip.com/10-days-in-ireland-with-kids/ https://www.emilymkrause.com/blog/2019/1/5/a-guide-to-visiting-iguazu-falls-brazil You can find Kirsten at kidsareatrip.com and groupsareatrip.com and I’m most active on Instagram - @kidsareatrip Be sure to subscibe to stay up to date on all of my best travel with kids tips, behind-the-scenes stories, and destination guides. Instagram: @amomexplores TikTok: @amomexplores A Mom Explores Blog

In today's episode I'm spilling all the tea about what it's like to be a travel content creator Do I travel for free? How do I earn money? What does a typical work day or week look like? What do trips look like as a travel content creator? How can you get started? Be sure to subscibe to stay up to date on all of my best travel with kids tips, behind-the-scenes stories, and destination guides. Instagram: @amomexplores TikTok: @amomexplores A Mom Explores Blog

This week's episode will walk you through a 7-day road trip through Southern California, including Los Angeles (kind of), Carlsbad and LEGOLAND California, La Jolla, San Diego, and Palm Springs. Sand Diego is one of the most kid-friendly destinations in the United States with the world-famous San Diego Zoo, countless museums, theme parks, beaches, and more. See the sea lions in their natural habitat at La Jolla Cove. Go hiking and see the beautiful Southern California coastline. Have a day all about the kids at LEGOLAND California, and stay at the Castle Hotel in LEGOLAND for some immersive fun. Finally, road trip out to the desert and see Palm Springs. Do some hiking in Joshua Tree or locally in Palm Springs. Ride the aerial tram, go to the zoo, or just swim, shop, and eat ice cream! Check out my full blog post here: Southern California Road Trip Itinerary for Families Zoe Tour+ Stroller (Use my link for $15 off your first purchase!) https://glnk.io/zlzjm/amomexplores Be sure to subscibe to stay up to date on all of my best travel with kids tips, behind-the-scenes stories, and destination guides. Instagram: @amomexplores TikTok: @amomexplores A Mom Explores Blog

In today's episode we're talking about how to pack light when traveling with kids! I've spent years perfecting my system to avoid overpacking when you have babies, toddlers, and young children. It's definitely not easy, and takes a lot of work upfront, but I find it makes the trip more relaxing and enjoyable when you bring less STUFF. Links: Amazon Packing Light Idea List: https://amzn.to/3wpFr8Y Zoe Stroller: https://glnk.io/zlzjm/amomexplores Be sure to subscibe to stay up to date on all of my best travel with kids tips, behind-the-scenes stories, and destination guides. Instagram: @amomexplores TikTok: @amomexplores A Mom Explores Blog

In today's episode, I'm answering questions you submitted on Instagram stories! If you're not already following my Instagram @amomexplores, be sure to follow along there for behind the scenes, play by play updates on our trips, and even more tips for travel with kids. Mentioned in the episode: Zoe Stroller: https://glnk.io/zlzjm/amomexplores Be sure to subscibe to stay up to date on all of my best travel with kids tips, behind-the-scenes stories, and destination guides. Instagram: @amomexplores TikTok: @amomexplores A Mom Explores Blog

On today's episode, we're discussing how to plan your perfect vacation itinerary from start to finish. I'm sharing my exact process for researching a trip, then how I choose which hotels, resorts, or vacation rentals to book, and finally how I choose what to fill each day of the trip with. I include my favorite resources for vacation planning, like how to find tours and excursions, how to find which activities are close together, and how to get from point A to point B. Vacation planning can be overwhelming, but even if you're a free spirit like me, there's so many good reasons to outline an itinerary so that everyone can relax and enjoy time together on vacation. Links: Podcast Episode: How to Find Cheap Flights for Your Next Family Vacation Blog Posts GRAB YOUR FREE PACKING CHECKLISTS HERE How to Plan Your Best Possible Vacation ItineraryHow to Budget and Save for Your Dream Vacation How to Choose the Perfect Destination for your Family Vacation How to Find Cheap Flights when Traveling with Kids

Planning a Walt Disney World Vacation can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be! In this episode I'm interviewing Jeanette Loechel, the founder of Royal Carriage Vacations, a Luxury Disney Travel Agency. Their motto is "People First," and they specialize in helping you plan a magical Disney vacation by taking care of all the details so you can just relax and enjoy time with your family. We cover the best Disney Hotels for Families, which parks to prioritize, what is the best age for a Disney Vacation with kids, what to bring to the Disney Parks, and more! Jeanette is helping us plan a Disney Vacation for our family this summer (shhhh, don't tell my kids), and the process has been a breeze! Even if you're familiar with Disney, like us, a Disney Travel agent can help you find the best deals, and take some of the stress out of planning. Use my affiliate link so they know I sent you! Links: Plan a Vacation with Royal Carriage Vacations Find @royalcarriagevacations on social media: Instagram / TikTok / YouTube / Facebook Blog Post: 50 Hacks for Making Disney Easier, Cheaper, and More Magical

This week on the Travel with Kids Podcast I'm bringing my husband, Justin, on to help me share about our first international trip as a family of 6: Costa Rica! We'll share our one week itinerary for a family vacation to Costa Rica, how much it costs to travel to Costa Rica as a family of 6, and a few tips to know before you go. We flew into San Jose, Costa Rica, then took a private transfer to get to La Fortuna - near the Arenal Volcano. We stayed at Arenal Manoa (affiliate link), an amazing hotel with free breakfast and a great view of Arenal from every room! In La Fortuna we went ziplining and took a sloth tour! (affiliate link) Next we took another private transfer to the beach town of Sámara, located in the Guanacaste region. We stayed at Villas Kalimba (affiliate link), which was a perfect fit for our family of 6. In Sámara we went horseback riding and took a dolphin tour! Blog Posts and Links Mentioned in the Episode: Costa Rica One Week Itinerary for Families Planning a Trip to Costa Rica with Kids (Know Before You Go) Costa Rica Family Vacation Cost Hotel Arenal Manoa (affiliate link) Be sure to subscibe to stay up to date on all of my best travel with kids tips, behind-the-scenes stories, and destination guides. Instagram: @amomexplores TikTok: @amomexplores A Mom Explores Blog

Do you love the Harry Potter books? If so, I'm about to share with you how to have the most fun year ever: make it a Harry Potter year! The highlight of your year will be visiting the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park in Universal Orlando. I'm going to give you my exact one-day itinerary for visiting the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. We'll talk about where to stay at Universal Orlando, what type of ticket you need, and which rides and experiences to prioritize. Links mentioned in this episode: How to Do the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in One Day (blog post) TikTok Video: How to Go Through Platform 9 and 3/4 Travel Planner Email List for access to free packing lists Going (formerly Scott's Cheap Flights): Sign Up Here Instagram: @amomexplores TikTok: @amomexplores A Mom Explores Blog

If one of your New Years Resolutions in 2024 is to travel more as a family, keep listening to this episode! Even if you're on a tight budget, creating travel opportunities for your family is all about being intentional. I'll walk you through Links mentioned in this episode: How to Travel More as A Family This Year (Blog Post) Where to Go for Spring Break with Kids (Podcast Episode) Travel Planner Email List for access to free packing lists Going (formerly Scott's Cheap Flights): Sign Up Here Instagram: @amomexplores TikTok: @amomexplores A Mom Explores Blog

2023 has been our biggest travel year yet as a family! We spent a lot of time on planes with kids, on trains, in cars, and walking around cities. We spent a lot of time packing and unpacking. I learned a lot about myself, and I learned a lot about what works and what doesn't work when it comes to travel with kids. If you're planning to travel or take a family vacation in 2024, this episode might give you some good tips to make sure everything goes smoothly! Links mentioned in this episode: (affiiate links) Zoe Tour+ Travel Stroller Neoprene Camera Sleeve Portable Charger Xero Sandals Mini Backpack Kids Backpacks (personal item) Travel Planner Email List for access to free packing lists Going (formerly Scott's Cheap Flights): Sign Up Here Instagram: @amomexplores TikTok: @amomexplores A Mom Explores Blog

If you're looking for an awesome Christmas getaway, Asheville is the perfect destination! The weather is mild, the views are spectacular, and there are so many festive things to do with kids! Definitely include the Biltmore Estate, the National Gingerbread House Competition at the Omni Grove Park Inn, and a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Plus this episode shares a VERY unique stay we had in Asheville that would be SO fun for families! Listen to find out the top things to do in Asheville with Kids this holiday season! Links mentioned in this episode: Blog Post: Festive Things to Do in Asheville at Christmas with Kids Video Guide to Biltmore with Kids: Instagram | TikTok Zoe Tour+ Stroller: $15 off with this link Going (formerly Scott's Cheap Flights): Sign Up Here Instagram: @amomexplores TikTok: @amomexplores A Mom Explores Blog