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Our SECRETS to Keeping Kids Happy in the Car
Let’s be real—spending hours in a metal box with kids is a unique blend of bonding, bickering, and bargaining. At some point between mile 12 and mile 243, you may begin to question…
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Expert Tips for Packing Light for a Trip
When hitting the open road, it can be tempting to pack for every possible scenario. However, overpacking can quickly turn your exciting adventure into a logistical challenge. Packing light isn’t just about saving…
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Packing Like a Pro (or at Least Like Someone Who Didn’t Forget the Toothbrushes…AGAIN)
Let’s be honest: packing for a family road trip is basically competitive logistics with a side of emotional negotiation. You’re balancing luggage Tetris, climate changes, snack distribution, and your child’s 11th-hour insistence that…
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The Ultimate 40-Song Florida Road Trip Playlist for Sunshine & Vibes
One of my favorite things to do is create a road trip playlist that features songs about our destination. If you’re heading to Florida, here’s a list of songs that talk about the…
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How to Masterfully Use Google Maps to Plan a Road Trip
So, you’ve got the travel bug, the snacks are packed (or will be), and your playlist is locked and loaded. Now comes the part that can either be super exciting… or super overwhelming:…
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How to Plan the Perfect Family Road Trip Route
Let’s get one thing straight: planning the perfect family road trip route isn’t about plotting a flawless course where nothing goes wrong and every rest stop has gourmet coffee and sparkling bathrooms. That…
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Why Road Tripping with Kids is Totally Worth It
Let’s be honest—family road trips don’t usually start with a serene sunrise and a packed car full of cooperative children humming show tunes. No, they typically begin with someone asking if we really need five…
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4 Days in Kentucky: An EPIC Itinerary with Kids
Kentucky is way more than just horses and bourbon trails, it’s a region steeped in history. In fact, Mammoth Cave holds 4,000 years of human history! With this itinerary, you’ll follow in the…
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The 50 State Challenge: A Quest to Visit Every State
For as long as I can remember, I’ve had an innate love of travel. When I was in my early 20s, I sat down and typed out my bucket list. The first item…
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How to Experience the Best Iceland Has to Offer in 8 Days: An Itinerary
Our trip to Iceland was, hands down, the most incredible experience of my life. The 8-day trip, touring the Ring Road, was the perfect way to celebrate my 40th birthday. During the week,…
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