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Best Kid-Friendly Hotels in Munich

I have two great hotel recs, and I have personally stayed at both. This review is based on our stay in suites at both hotels: Hotel Torbrau and Hotel Munchen Palace. We loved both for different reasons. I researched hotels for hours and these were the best I found in terms of location, room size, …

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River Surfing in Munich Anyone?

Did you know you can surf in Munich? Yes, the city-nowhere-near-an-ocean-Munich. River surfing, that is. And these guys (and girls, yeah!!) are no joke. When I visited the city for the first time, I was so impressed by these surfers. It looked so fun, I wanted to try it myself. When in Rome right? Being …

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Best Travel Strollers for Every Budget

A travel stroller is essential when traveling with a baby or toddler. You do not want to be hauling your clunker of a jogger stroller. I surveyed hundreds of travel families, researched reviews, and found these top-rated favorites. From cheap but reliable to top of the line, here is my list of the best travel …

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How to Keep Your Toddler Busy on a Long Flight (Ages 8 Months to 5 Years)

My last long-haul flight was from San Francisco to Munich with my three-year-old son and ten-month-old daughter. After boarding early, I rushed to install the car seat, disinfect everything, get organized, and safely buckle us all into the seats where we remained for 12.5 more hours (there was a one-hour technical delay, go figure). Leave …

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What To Do With Your Stroller At the Airport

It seems the million dollar question when traveling with babies and toddlers is: “What do I do with my stroller once I get to the airport?” Well, you have two options. What you choose really comes down to whether you want to have it with you while in the airport. As an Amazon Associate, I …

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Cabo, Kids, and… COVID?!

Are you wondering what it’s like to travel to Mexico during the COVID pandemic? Well, lemme tell ya. In mid-July of 2021, my husband, 3 year old, 9 month old baby and I said ‘adios’ to the daily grind for a few days. We jumped on a plane and escaped to Cabo to soak up …

What You Should Know Before Flying with Kids During a Pandemic

We have flown several times with our 3-year-old and now 8-month-old since the height of the pandemic. Here are some tips from what we’ve learned so far. Unfortunately, some of it we learned the HARD WAY. (Note: As an Amazon Associate, I may earn from qualifying purchases if you use a link below, at no …

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Kid-Friendly Hikes in Sedona, AZ

We took a baby-moon to Sedona in September of 2017. I was about 6 months pregnant with our first bundle of joy. We are so glad we did! That was our last trip just the two of us. Ahh, the peace and quiet… but not quite as adventurous without little ones to keep up with. …

How to Encourage Your Child to Wear a Mask

More bucket-list destinations are opening up to tourists now, (especially vaccinated ones!) and you’re eager to head back out there. But wait. Masks are still required – in airports, on flights, and some indoor places, depending on where you go. And you have a two year old. Or three year old. (Or both?!) Need I …

What You Should Know Before Visiting Zion National Park

Zion is now the second most visited national park in the US! It passed Yellowstone and is now right behind the Great Smoky Mountains. This beautiful wonderland of red rock in Springdale, Utah should be on your adventure bucket list. Check out more info below: