Travel with Kids

In this episode, we take you along on our unforgettable family adventure through Guatemala! Join us as we explore the breathtaking beauty of Lake Atitlan, wander the charming streets of Antigua, and delve into the ancient wonders of Tikal National Park in Flores. From climbing an active volcano and roasting marshmallows at the summit to zip lining above the lush rainforest canopy, we share all the...

🎙️ Travel with Kids Podcast: Season 3 Kickoff! 🌍✨ Welcome to Season 3 of the Travel with Kids podcast! I'm beyond excited to dive back into our travel adventures and share all the amazing experiences we've had. This summer was a whirlwind of unforgettable destinations—Guatemala, Scotland, Disney World, and Jamaica! From exploring ancient ruins to enjoying magical moments, we've gathered so many...

It's the last episode before summer break! As a reminder, my podcast seasons will coincide with the school year, so we'll be back with season 3 at the end of August. Today as we all prepare for our summer adventures, road trips, flights, camping, family reunions, etc, I'm sharing my favorite and least favorite things about travel. FIND ME AT: Blog: http://www.emilymkrause.com/ Instagram: https://w...

In today's episode, Jenn from Travel More Momma, a travel expert and mom of two, shares her experience and tips on traveling to all-inclusive resorts with kids.  She highlights the convenience and stress-free nature of all-inclusive resorts, where everything is taken care of and decisions are minimized. We also discuss the downsides, such as the high cost and limited cultural immersion. Jenn share...

Today's episode is all about family road trips! I'm sharing my top tips for packing for a road trip, organizing the car for a road trip, keeping kids entertained on a road trip, and the best road trips for families in the United States. Links: ChooMee (affiliate link) Amazon Storefront: Road Trip Activities Amazon Storefront: Road Trip Organization Blog Post: Engaging Conversation Starters for Fam...

Today's episode is all about visiting Puerto Rico with kids! Planning a family vacation to Puerto Rico? We spent 1 week in PR for our spring break and had the best time exploring the island. From El Yunque National Forest to the beautiful beaches and the charm of Old San Juan, there's so much to see and do in this US Territory! (And no passports needed for US citizens! Blog Posts: The Perfect 1 We...

LEGOLAND was never on my bucket list, but when my son chose it for his birthday trip I had no choice but to visit.  In this episode I'm sharing all about the LEGOLAND Hotels and whether I think they are worth it, tips for visiting the parks, the Florida parks vs the California parks, and my overall opinion. Links Blog Post: Pirate Island Hotel Review Blog Post: LEGOLAND Florida Review + Tips for V...

Today's epidsode is all about the basics of camping with kids! We cover what gear you need for camping for beginners, how to camp with a baby, camp with a toddler, and a few tips for packing. Mostly we discuss getting comfortable with being uncomfortable, and how to try new things with your kids. You don't want to miss this episode! Learn more from their family's adventures on their blog at  From...

Are you planning a trip to London with Kids? London is the perfect first international trip for families from the United States, and there are so many incredible family-friendly activities to do in this beautiful city! Today's guest, Keri Baugh from Bon Voyage with Kids is sharing her best tips and tricks for planning the perfect family vacation in London!  We'll discuss her 5-day itinerary for Lo...

In today's episode, we're talking all about how to take better pictures on your next family trip! It can be hard to capture the moment as you remember it. The lighting is too harsh, the kids don't want to pose, or your photo just isn't turning out how you imagined it.  Krista Taylor is sharing her top tips and tricks for getting family vacation photos you love that don't have to look overly posed....

My top tips for surviving long haul flights or overnight flights with young children.  We'll cover how to prepare and what to pack, whether you should get the bassinet seat, and how to help kids sleep comfortably on a plane.  Blog Post: T Ips for Flying with A Two-Year-Old Toddler Blog Post: Tips for Flying with A One-Year-Old Toddler Blog Post: 5 5 Best Airplane Toys, Game, and Activities for Tod...

In today's episode I'm welcoming Kirsten Maxwell from Kids Are A Trip to help me come up with summer vacation ideas for families! The categories are: beach, cities, road trip, outdoors/nature. We're each going to suggest a few options for each category! Beach: San Diego:  - https://kidsareatrip.com/best-kid-friendly-summer-activities-san-diego-california/) Sanibel/Captiva -  https://www.emilymkrau...

In today's episode I'm spilling all the tea about what it's like to be a travel content creator Do I travel for free? How do I earn money? What does a typical work day or week look like? What do trips look like as a travel content creator? How can you get started? Be sure to subscibe to stay up to date on all of my best travel with kids tips, behind-the-scenes stories, and destination guides. Inst...

This week's episode will walk you through a 7-day road trip through Southern California, including Los Angeles (kind of), Carlsbad and LEGOLAND California, La Jolla, San Diego, and Palm Springs. Sand Diego is one of the most kid-friendly destinations in the United States with the world-famous San Diego Zoo, countless museums, theme parks, beaches, and more. See the sea lions in their natural habit...

In today's episode we're talking about how to pack light when traveling with kids! I've spent years perfecting my system to avoid overpacking when you have babies, toddlers, and young children. It's definitely not easy, and takes a lot of work upfront, but I find it makes the trip more relaxing and enjoyable when you bring less STUFF. Links: Amazon Packing Light Idea List: https://amzn.to/3wpFr8Y...

In today's episode, I'm answering questions you submitted on Instagram stories! If you're not already following my Instagram @amomexplores, be sure to follow along there for behind the scenes, play by play updates on our trips, and even more tips for travel with kids. Mentioned in the episode: Zoe Stroller:    https://glnk.io/zlzjm/amomexplores   Be sure to subscibe to stay up to date on all of my...

On today's episode, we're discussing how to plan your perfect vacation itinerary from start to finish. I'm sharing my exact process for researching a trip, then how I choose which hotels, resorts, or vacation rentals to book, and finally how I choose what to fill each day of the trip with. I include my favorite resources for vacation planning, like how to find tours and excursions, how to find whi...

Planning a Walt Disney World Vacation can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be! In this episode I'm interviewing Jeanette Loechel, the founder of Royal Carriage Vacations , a Luxury Disney Travel Agency. Their motto is "People First," and they specialize in helping you plan a magical Disney vacation by taking care of all the details so you can just relax and enjoy time with your family. We c...

This week on the Travel with Kids Podcast I'm bringing my husband, Justin, on to help me share about our first international trip as a family of 6: Costa Rica! We'll share our one week itinerary for a family vacation to Costa Rica, how much it costs to travel to Costa Rica as a family of 6, and a few tips to know before you go.  We flew into San Jose, Costa Rica, then took a private transfer to ge...

Do you love the Harry Potter books? If so, I'm about to share with you how to have the most fun year ever: make it a Harry Potter year! The highlight of your year will be visiting the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park in Universal Orlando. I'm going to give you my exact one-day itinerary for visiting the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.  We'll talk about where to stay at Universal Orlando...

If one of your New Years Resolutions in 2024 is to travel more as a family, keep listening to this episode! Even if you're on a tight budget, creating travel opportunities for your family is all about being intentional.  I'll walk you through how to schedule travel into an already busy calendar how to budget and save for travel how to make your trips affordable how to make sure your trips go as sm...

2023 has been our biggest travel year yet as a family! We spent a lot of time on planes with kids, on trains, in cars, and walking around cities. We spent a lot of time packing and unpacking. I learned a lot about myself, and I learned a lot about what works and what doesn't work when it comes to travel with kids. If you're planning to travel or take a family vacation in 2024, this episode might g...

If you're looking for an awesome Christmas getaway, Asheville is the perfect destination! The weather is mild, the views are spectacular, and there are so many festive things to do with kids! Definitely include the Biltmore Estate, the National Gingerbread House Competition at the Omni Grove Park Inn, and a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Plus this episode shares a VERY unique stay we had in Ashe...

If you want to take more family vacations but you're on a budget, this podcast episode is for you! Today's episode will cover how to get started with points and miles to travel for less with a family.   I'm interviewing Abby from Wayfaren Co ALL about simplifying the world of credit card points for travel.  Abby hopes to help families take those dream trips that their tight budget might not normal...

Our road trip from Las Vegas to Death Valley National Park and back was one of our favorite family spring break trips! It was budget-friendly, there was warm weather, and no crowds.  I'm sharing our itinerary and tips for visiting Las Vegas with Kids as well as what national parks, state parks, and recreation areas are within driving distance.  Death Valley NP in California was a kid-friendly nati...