Hey there! Planning a dream trip across the ocean? Have you planned for jet lag??? You may feel jet lag when you travel across two or more time zones. I don't notice it much when we fly across the United States. But when we fly across an ocean I definitely feel it. My family traveled […]
Have you heard about Families Fly Free? It's a program that will show you how to fly your family around the U.S. and beyond for free. Yes. Free. Lyn Mettler is the face and founder of Families Fly Free. She has developed a system that helps families earn loyalty points faster and then stretch those […]
Need to find cheap airline tickets for your next family trip? Here are the tried and true tricks we use to fly my family of four several times per year. You don't need to work for an airline or be an expert travel hacker to save hundreds of dollars on flights. Air travel is expensive […]
Do you have a goal to travel more? Is there a dream destination you want to check off your list? Do you want to make memories with your family on a special vacation? For me, the answer is always yes, yes, and yes! My family travels often and we have learned that it pays to […]
Hey there! Are you booking a trip? Wondering if it's safe to book that cheap flight through a third-party website? If it's a reputable travel website, it may be OK. You'll probably be fine if you read the fine print carefully and nothing goes wrong with the flight. But if anything goes wrong – and nothing […]
Planning a big vacation? Are you wondering if you need travel insurance? And if you do need travel insurance, are you wondering where to start??? I can help! I am a frequent traveler and a licensed health insurance broker. I know that insurance isn't the fun part of your trip and I hope you won't […]
Do you have a travel rewards credit card? If so, are you making the most of it? If you manage your credit well and pay your balances in full every month, your credit card could pay you to travel. My family gets free flights, free checked bags, free priority boarding, premium airport lounge access and […]
Are you dreaming of international travel? Does the cost of airfare keep you grounded? For years, I dreamed of traveling to Europe, Asia, and other international destinations. We are a typical middle-class family with busy schedules, a mortgage, car payments, etc. I figured that if we saved our money long enough, we could eventually afford […]
Need a few travel toys for your next trip? Screens can be lifesavers on long travel days, but too much screen time makes my kids grouchy. Sometimes a classic toy is the perfect alternative to endless movies or video games. New toys are also exciting for kids. Packing a new toy or two is a […]
Hi there! Planning a plane trip with kids? It’s Cathy from My Book a Day. This summer we’ll be traveling with a 5-year-old, a 13-year-old and two 18-year-olds. Flying with kids is always an adventure! Sometimes it’s a better adventure than others, and being prepared for the little things usually helps the trip go smoothly. […]
Do you dream of traveling the world? Me too! I grew up in a middle-class family in the wide-open spaces of Utah, and have pretty much lived here all my life. It's a fantastic place to live and travel, but for international travel, it isn't close to anywhere. For years, I assumed that taking my […]
We've all heard stories of killer airfare deals, but unless you work for an airline, it can be tricky to fly for little or nothing. Airfares can be so unpredictable. This year, I happened upon a Frontier Airline deal and my family of four flew round trip from Salt Lake City to Orlando for about […]
Hey there! Planning an airplane trip with a little one? Feeling nervous? I've been there. As much as I love to travel with my family, flying with a toddler is enough to make me break out in a cold sweat. After flying frequently with my five kids for the past 13 years, I have learned […]
