For a successful road trip, organisation is key. An unorganised car can make for a stressful holiday, especially if you have kids with you. The first rule of any road trip is to only bring what you need. Overpacking leads to more clutter. If you don’t need it, don’t bring it. Our family has taken …
If you are planning a trip to Yukon, Canada, you will definitely want to add Dawson City to your itinerary. Like us, you may even find you alter your plans to stay a little longer. Dawson City is one of the most well known cities in Yukon, as it was the centre of the Klondike …
A road trip with kids can make for a great family vacation. Having a vehicle, whether it is your own or a rental in another city, is a huge convenience. The stress of making it to train or bus reservations on time is removed. You are given more freedom of deciding when and where to …
Having a toddler doesn’t mean that your hiking days have to be over, but they will likely have to be modified. Yes your hikes will be slower, and at least to begin with, shorter or easier, but there is no reason you can’t eventually work your way back to your pre-child hiking trips. With a …
With the summer weather, brings outdoor adventures. The beach is a classic family summer destination. Whether you are on holiday in a tropical oasis, or a local beach, you want to be prepared when going to the beach with a toddler. Here are my top 15 must have items to pack when going to the …
You’ve probably seen the pictures of the night sky lit up with paper lanterns, and thought I would love to see that one day. You can, and you can bring your kids of any age. This family friendly festival is an amazing sight to see and you and your kids will not forget it. Read …
Does the idea of camping with a baby make you nervous? It can be a daunting thought, but if you enjoyed camping prior to a baby, you can enjoy it with a baby too. Heck, if you’ve never gone camping yourself but want to start introducing your kids to it, now is a great time …
In our previous adventure in Khao Lak, we spent a week of R&R on the shores of Bangsak Beach. Our next destination is Chiang Mai during one of the most well known festivals in the world. We timed our stay in Chiang Mai so that we would be there during the Yee Peng Festival, otherwise …
Do you want to travel more with your kids, but don’t want to break the bank to do it? Family travel can be expensive, but it doesn’t have to bankrupt you. A little smart planning can help you save hundreds to even thousands each holiday. Read on for my top ten tips for family travel …
In the first two chapters of our Thailand adventure, we explored Bangkok (story here) and Khao Sok National Park (story here). After the hustle and bustle of Bangkok and the non stop exploring of the jungles of the National Park, we thought we might need to relax. Our next stop would be a beach resort …