When you’re traveling with a baby, bringing along a carrier or stroller for a trip is a given. But once they get a little older and start walking on their own, there becomes a point when a stroller starts to be more of a burden, and you’ll wish you only had it for certain parts of the trip (like the airport).
Picking the right travel toys is a bit of a science: they can’t be too loud and bother your airplane seatmates; they need to squeeze in a carry-on amongst all your other baby essentials; they can’t be too tiny or valuable; and they can’t be too messy. Thankfully, there are plenty of airplane-friendly entertainment options out there, and I’ve tracked down the 40 best travel toys for babies to preschoolers.
Beach destinations are a great vacation for young families for many reasons: they’re relaxing, you can find a beach town to fit any budget, and playing in the sand and water is completely free and entertaining for all ages. That being said, there are many things to consider before you plan a beach trip with your baby. Here are some tips and a packing list that have helped us safely enjoy many beach trips, from San Diego to Costa Rica.
Hands down, the number one question I get asked is “How do you keep a baby or toddler entertained on a plane?” While the age plays a big part into what they’ll like, essentially any activity that isn’t bulky, noisy and allows little kids to be engaged for more than 30 seconds is something you should pack in your carry-on. So when Little Traveler Toys sent me their Kids Travel Pack, I had to share it, because it’s such a good airplane entertainment option!
Am I the only one who struggles with gift ideas for the men in my life? Thankfully I’ve tracked down some great gifts and put together this holiday gift guide for male travelers.
Stumped on what to give the littlest globetrotters in your life? When buying gifts, I lean toward items that will be just as perfect for travel as they are for the home. Here are some of my favorites.
It’s the beginning of the holiday season, which means you have full permission to shop til you drop. While shopping is always exciting for some (me!), others are completely overwhelmed. I’m sharing a holiday gift guide for female travelers that will hopefully relieve some holiday shopping stress.
Books are always a favorite to pack for a trip — for babies, adults and all ages in between. I always like to pack a couple new ones for my preschooler in his carry-on before a vacation. If you’re feeling stuck in a rut of what types of books to buy, I’m sharing 8 of our favorites.
The only thing getting me through the emotional torment of my little guy starting school for the first time is retail therapy in the form of back-to-school shopping. I know every parent goes through this, but I can’t stop the […]
Between Amazon Prime Day last week and the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale going on now, my willpower to not shop is being challenged on unimaginable levels. If you’re an avid Nordstrom shopper, you know why the Anniversary Sale is a big deal. […]
