2020, a year we will never forget. I miss traveling. Everything is different—so many things I have taken for granted. My travel philosophy will never be the same, but maybe that is a good thing. As I hung the ornaments on our Christmas tree this year, I felt deeply nostalgic. I always purchase an ornament […]
There are many things to do before you head out for your adventure. Preparing to leave for vacation doesn’t have to be stressful. Begin your trip organized and thoroughly prepared, so you aren’t obsessing over what you forgot to pack or do before you left. Here’s a comprehensive pre-travel checklist of things to do before […]
The holidays are approaching, and chances are you know someone with an incurable case of wanderlust. Maybe it’s a friend who is always planning their next getaway, a family member who collects passport stamps, or perhaps it’s you. For travelers, the excitement of discovering new places doesn’t disappear when they’re at home in between travel. […]
Your weekend family getaway in Florida can be simple relaxation on a pristine white sandy beach listening to the waves crashing and feeling the gentle ocean breeze and the warmth of the sun on your face (covered in sunscreen, of course). Or you could pack your weekend with family-friendly activities, taking full advantage of the […]
Teach your kids to love nature and take advantage of what this fantastic Earth has to offer. Hiking removes them from the couch and transports them into the wilderness. Hiking strengthens the family bond and soothes the soul. Breathe the fresh air, exercise your body, and spend time with nature. Here are 35 essential beginner hiking […]
Once the kids are in their teenage years, we only have a few summers left to adventure with them before they’re off to their next big chapter in life — college, career, marriage, family. So, do something fun and adventurous like hiking, snow-skiing, sailing the Caribbean, or touring historic cities. Here is a list of […]
Living a zero waste travel lifestyle doesn’t happen in the blink of an eye; it takes time. With only a small amount of effort and upfront cost for the items in your zero waste travel kit, you can begin the transition. The change requires a mindset shift. Start simple and build. And remember, every little […]
A family getaway doesn’t always require plane tickets, long drives, or weeks of planning. Sometimes the best adventures happen right in your own backyard. With rising travel costs, busy schedules, and the desire to keep things simple, more families are discovering the joy of a staycation. By exploring local attractions, trying new activities, and seeing […]
Y’all know me by now that I am more of a gym/running/walking kind of girl. However, I too get into yoga mode several times a week while on vacation. Here are 12 simple yoga poses that are perfect while traveling. Namaste! Although not a yogi by any stretch, I find that spending 20-30 minutes a […]
Visiting Florida in the winter with its endless warm beach days, casual atmosphere, crystal clear springs, cookouts, umbrella drinks, and watersports galore sounds exciting and unforgettable. Doesn’t it? Winter in Florida is much like summer, but there’s more. Way more. I hear it all the time, Florida doesn’t really have seasons. Total fiction. We have […]