Planning a trip? Choosing the best location for your hotel or vacation rental is an important part of planning a great trip. I used to think that a less-convenient location was a good way to save money on lodging. It's true that you might pay less, but lodging will probably be one of the biggest […]
Need a hotel for your next trip? It's easy to search and book hotels online, but there are so many hotel booking sites and so much information that it can feel like a blessing and a curse. I felt totally overwhelmed when I first searched for hotels for our trip to Japan. Tokyo has thousands […]
Planning a family vacation? If you are going to splurge on ONE thing, make it your hotel or vacation rental. It can be challenging to decide where to spend your limited budget. And lodging is already one of the biggest expenses of a family vacation. But after 18+ years of traveling with my kids, I've […]
Are you looking for hotels with two-bedroom suites? Extra space makes any vacation a lot more comfortable for families with babies, teens, or 2+ kids. I have two teenagers. We can fit in a standard hotel room, but my family needs three beds – and preferably separate bedrooms – to sleep comfortably. A standard room […]
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 […]
Do you have a goal to travel more this year? 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? My family travels frequently and we have learned that it pays to start planning our trips early. Spontaneous trips are […]
Getting a baby to sleep in a hotel room can be tricky, but it can be done. We have been traveling as a family since my first baby was 4 weeks old. We survived that, and have been traveling as a family ever since. I have two children. Before they were born, I assumed that […]
Renting a vacation home is a great alternative to a hotel. You usually get more space, privacy, and a full kitchen – often in an exceptional location. In this article, I'm sharing all my best vacation rental tips for families. My friend Katie turned me on to vacation rentals a few years ago. She has […]
Are you looking for a hotel for your next vacation? There are a few easy ways to narrow down the hotels that really love families. Hotels that truly cater to families offer amenities that make the family vacation better – preferably for no extra charge. How do you recognize a hotel that really wants your business? Search for these family-friendly […]
