My Best Self plans ahead for each and every worst-case scenario while en route to Grandma’s house for the holidays. Real Life, however, likes to kick me in the kneecap. While humor is the best defense, here are some ideas to help you survive traveling with kids during the holidays. Worst-Case Scenario: electronics die–and you forgot the charger Search […]
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We all need a break from the craziness of this year. Why not take a break with a quick weekend getaway to refresh and spend some quality time with family and friends. My family and I have taken a couple of mini-vacations this year to recharge our batteries. We have either rented a house through Airbnb […]
I used to be that girl. You know the one I’m talking about. You’ve seen her effortlessly floating through the airport, tightly packed carry-on in tow and necessary boarding documents already in hand. I love to travel and do it quite often. I had flying down to a science. I could be the last person at the […]
Your first day aboard Disney Cruise Line can be overwhelming. Check out these Disney cruise tips from your Disney Mom that will help day one of your sailing go swimmingly. Ahoy there! My family leaves for a magical voyage on the Disney Dream in just a few days, and I’m already anticipating our first moments on board. When the crew announces […]
Tomorrow we leave the sandy beaches of Tampa and head to the Smoky Mountains. For me, this means hours on the road, in a small, confined space, with a 10, 6, and 3 year old. The question then becomes, how do I entertain the kids for 10 hours so that they don’t drive us crazy?! […]
The magic is back! After a two-month closure due to the coronavirus pandemic, Walt Disney World announced last week that it’s reopening in mid-July. But how will it work? Do we need a reservation? Will all the rides be working? Can we meet the characters? Unpacking all of this is a little like digging into Mary Poppins’s […]
Recently I have been steeping out of my comfort zone with my four kids and taking roadtrips across Florida. Having four kids, ranging from 8 to 10 months, planning is a must. But I am looking at the larger picture when on these roadtrips and really seeing the lessons that they are helping me teach […]
With the holiday season approaching, there is a good chance that you and your family will consider doing some travel. One of the first questions you probably have is, “Can we do this with the kids?” Let me tell you, as a mom of two, it can be done! We have traveled with our kids […]