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After a month straight of travels, we are looking forward to some time at home! #noplacelikehome #lovewhereyoulive #strollerstrides #mombeachcrew #sandinmycar #fit4mom #hermosabeach
There’s one person responsible for my travel problem and that is my dad. Thanks for taking me all over the world as a kid starting with this trip to the Beijing Olympics in 2008! #doctorfun #willtravelforicecream #whereareyougoingimcomingtoo
Anyone else take backups on backups of comfort items on trips? #willtravelwithpaci #travelswithkids #highline #homeexchange #guesttoguest #travelswithtoddlers #wubbanub #letote #nycwithkids #letotestyle
Had a strict budget and no time to pack for this trip, so I threw our whole fridge and some lunchboxes into a cooler. We ate breakfast from our stock in the hotel, lunch/snacks from our lunchboxes, and ate overpriced Vegas food for dinner. Great strategy for road trips, can substitute by grocery shopping at the destination for airline travel. #bentgokids #bentgokidslunchbox #travelswithtoddlers #vegaswithababy #vegaswithatoddler #bringthebaby #feedinglittles
At least one of them smiled for my picture. We’ve been pleasantly surprised by how much there is to do with kids on the Vegas strip! #vegaswithababy #toddlertravels #vegaswithatoddler #bringthebaby #travelswithkids
Home but missing Brooklyn. Re-entry made easier because we never adjusted the baby to East Coast time.
When traveling, leave the giant strollers at home. Light cheap umbrella strollers are the way to go. They fit through turnstiles, can be easily carried up and down stairs, and they are easier to navigate through crowds. Also, this is the face my husband gave me when I tried to photograph him while crossing the street. #theyellowonesdontstop
One of my absolute favorite travel experiences is leaving somewhere just as everyone else is lining up to get in. Book popular experiences in advance and visit in the morning to enjoy them properly. #allergictolines
This trip has been all about the parks! It’s been so nice skipping all the packed tourist areas and seeing how moms in New York do motherhood.
Flew across the country with a 1.5 year old by myself. Here’s what I packed to ensure a smooth flight. 1) 2 pacifiers to help with adjusting to pressure changes on takeoff and landing. 2) Tons of food and crunchy snacks to help with ear issues if he didn’t take the pacifier. 3) Dollar store or cheap toys he’s never seen wrapped in crepe paper. 4) Downloaded movies and kid’s headphones. 5) Stickers and a small coloring book. 6) 1/4 of a children’s Dramamine in case of nausea (ask your pediatrician before giving any medications!) 7) A cheap small stroller that’s easy to fold and carry with one hand. 8) Double the amount of diapers and wipes I thought I would need. 9) His cutest outfit and a backup outfit for charming fellow passengers. Clean children are easier to love. #travelswithkids #travelwithatoddler #planetips
Found out this week that my husband has to travel for work next week. At first I was annoyed. I had to trade my work shifts and cancel a bunch of stuff. Then I hopped on my home swapping website. Long story short, now we are all going to NYC for a week for just the price of my ticket! I’m feeling less inconvenienced all of a sudden. #parkslope #parkslopebrooklyn #homeexchange
The best travel tip for visiting sites with toddlers: lower your standards. We went to the Getty today. Instead of attempting to see any art, we rode the tram (very popular with the one-year-old) and headed straight for the gardens. Travel like you’ll return. One day we will return to the Getty and see the art but also reminisce on our baby running free in the gardens. Enjoy this time in your life for what it is, instead of what it’s not. Happy Mother’s Day and keep doing your hobbies Mamas even though they are harder with kids in tow. #travelwithatoddler #gettymuseum #travelswithkids
Two selfies taken at 6 am when I loaded everyone unwillingly in the car for Disneyland. I love Disney but hate lines. My number one tip is to be there for the rope drop! That means being at the turnstiles 45 min before the park opens. You’ll be one step ahead of the crowds all day. Other tips: I use a combo of RideMax (amazing software that gives you a complete schedule to minimize wait times), MaxPass, and the Disneyland app for updated wait times. We do most our rides before noon, rest in the afternoon, and then reserve the evening for shows! #disneytips #beatthecrowds
I’ve always wanted to try house swapping since I first heard about it from @nettieatkisson . We just completed our first exchange (mansion in Utah for our tiny house in LA) and it was a great experience! Want to know more? Drop your questions about house swapping below and I will answer them. #stayforfree #homeexchange #travelonthecheap #guesttoguest
Been quiet on this front. I am no longer full-on trip planning the way I used to because real life took over. We have been focused on renovating our home in LA and I’m studying for an ER nurse certifying exam. You can only have so many mom-hobbies! However, I am still open to answering any questions you have about traveling, especially traveling on the cheap with children. Hopefully I get to trip plan for others again soon! This picture will give you a little hint of the next trip on our radar... 📷: @beachseakers
Told myself I would stay stateside this year because we bought our first house, but a huge Europe flight sale plus my friend @elysse223 destination wedding in Austria are seriously challenging my resolve. You only regret the trips you DON’T take amiright? Photo: @pantoom
Put your money into travel with your family, it pays off in memories of a lifetime.
$89 for flights from the US to Europe all weekend. Leave all that Black Friday junk at the store and give memories instead! Link in bio.
Do you have some holiday travel coming up? Check out our top 15 tips for airplane travel with a one-year-old. Link in bio.
We didn’t travel very far for Halloween but we did see at least one castle! Whether you want to see this castle or the castle that inspired it in Germany, we can help.