An average of three to four feet of snow blankets Chicago every year, so the people of the Windy City have mastered how to have fun with winter weather. Whether you like the brisk outdoors or the toasty...

There's something special about taking on an international trip with your kids. However, along with the joy of teaching them about new cultures and people, traveling abroad with children in tow can be quite...

Traveling with friends can become the best experience ever. Apart from beating loneliness and making tense moments such as flight delays or waiting in long queues way easier to handle, it allows to increase...

There are plenty of ways to become a smarter traveler – finding value, travel deals, and ways to cut costs when on the go with kids. But, the best way to save money when traveling is to cut the cost of...

Increasingly, cities around the world are turning their attention toward greener initiatives and more family-friendly attractions. Gardens provide the best of both worlds, giving kids a chance to cultivate...

This post was last updated on September 15, 2023. With fall well and truly underway, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle of daily life. Between work, school, family, and friends, how much time do you...

The Christmas I was 17, my sisters and I unwrapped tiny airplanes and plane tickets. Our parents surprised us with a trip to London that spring! My excitement quickly waned however, when I began telling my...

So, you want to hang out at the beach all day to work on your tan, but feel super guilty about leaving your poor pooch at home all alone. Yikes! How could you possibly leave the house with those big, sad eyes...

Family vacations: They can be a wonderful time, filled with exciting adventures and unforgettable memories -- provided you're smart when traveling with your family. Everyone has heard horror stories about...

Summer and family go hand in hand, and that's why memories of these warm and toasty months of the year are intertwined with family get-togethers or road trips to somewhere exotic or interesting. But, in...

Family reunions can be challenging enough to plan without adding the international element in, Coordinating dozens of schedules, finding activities fit for all ages, and managing complex itineraries...yes,...

This post was last updated on September 18, 2023. Parents flying with kids don't always feel welcome on a long flight. The unavoidable mid-air tantrums, the seat kicking, and the occasional diaper mishap...

Historic castles, evil counts, wooden churches, and magical fortresses -- forget Disney, THIS is where fairy tales come alive! Welcome, to Romania -- one of the most affordable countries in Europe for families...

Before I begin, let me preface by saying I love my children. Deeply. But given the choice of flying first-class on a luxury airline with my children, or flying in the back row of economy on a full flight in...