Traveling with Kids

South Bend, Indiana, offers a charming family-friendly destination with a scenic university campus, affordable dining, and the impressive Howard Park playground. While not thrilling, it provides a relaxing day trip showcasing Midwest …

You might not believe when I say this, but you CAN have an amazing vacation at Legoland on a budget. In 2025, we took our Lego-obsessed child down to Legoland Florida for …

I will admit it: my expectations for Legoland Florida were low.  I dont know why I felt this way, to be honest. I did read some mixed reviews of Legoland parks in …

We just got back from our family’s first trip to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and boy, oh boy, what a week! There were highs, there were lows, there was a …

I’ve done a terrible job of updating this blog in 2019, but with good reason: In March, I became a Mama to the sweetest little guy, and he’s been taking up pretty …

Do three year olds ever stop talking? From the time we pick Skyler up at 5 to the time he finally passes out after bedtime, he never shuts up. I had fun …

Our family enjoys going out. A lot. On average, we eat out 2-3x a week. This number increases when we’re traveling or feeling particularly lazy while at home. Pre-child, everyone warned us …

Travel is education. I’m a firm believer in travel as education. By visiting unfamiliar locales, we expand our worldview, we gain different perspectives, and we expose ourselves to different cuisines and cultures.  …

If you want to travel more with your kids, we can help! Traveling with kids can be an incredible adventure, and with the right approach, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By …

Pacing your trips with kids is important! Planning a family trip can be a blast, but if you’re not careful, it can turn into a tiring marathon that leaves everyone burnt out …

One of the most important lessons I’ve learned while traveling with a child is that we can’t do it all. But you can do a lot! Whether it’s a diaper blow out, a …

A lot of people say that “traveling with kids” is really just “parenting in other cities”, citing it as a reason for not going to the places they want to go.  But …

Santorini, the last stop on our Greek cruise, was one I had really been looking forward to. The photos I see online from Santorini are always stunning, and every person I’ve ever …

I haven’t been at it long, but already, parenthood has taught me a lot. It forces me to practice patience, prioritize someone’s needs over my own, and be more willing to go …

We’ve traveled a lot with Skyler, though the pandemic slowed us down for a while. People often comment on how little he’ll remember from these early adventures, and they’re right—he won’t recall …

Visiting Chicago with kids? Then you need some free and fun activities to do with them! Here is our list of the BEST parks and playgrounds in Chicago.

Lincoln Park in Chicago offers numerous free activities ideal for families, such as the Lincoln Park Zoo, the Conservatory with its tropical plants, and the scenic Nature Boardwalk. Spanning over 1,200 acres, …

Chicago may be my new favorite city to visit. It’s a cheap, short flight to two different airports or an easy 7-8 hour drive from Nashville. It’s big (2.7 million) without being …

During a month-long stay in Playa del Carmen, the author took a weekend trip to Valladolid and Ek Balam. They explored the colonial town’s vibrant culture, unique architectural sites, and local Yucatecan …

La Vie Est Well highlights Verdun, a family-friendly borough in Montreal, as an alternative to typical tourist areas. With abundant parks, community spaces, and vibrant local businesses, it allows families to explore …