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9 Cool Traveling Family Instagrams You Should Be Following
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9 Cool Traveling Family Instagrams You Should Be Following

by Jordyn Smith
written by Jordyn Smith

For most families, the term “family travel” means taking a day trip to a fun museum, visiting out of state family for the holidays, or making the yearly trek to Disney World. For other families, it means something entirely different. Tiny backpackers, nomadic parents, families that have completely uprooted their more traditional lives in order to see the world. With one or a few tiny tots in tow, tons of families all over the world have completely turned traveling into an entire lifestyle. From homeschooling out of hotels to spending their days playing around in and dunes, traveling as a family isn’t always easy but the adventure seems more than worth it.

Some of the families on this list use travel as a fun addition to their already adventurous lives while others have taken it to an entirely new level. Whether they’re traipsing along the French countryside or enjoying the spoils of a trip to one of the world’s most famous amusement parks, these fun families never fail to be inspiring.

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1. wereoutofhere

This adorable family of four has made the brave decision to sell almost all of their worldly possessions in order to travel the world freely. With their two little ones, these parents globetrot from beautiful beach fronts to bustling cities, teaching their children about culture and history while also enjoying some pretty amazing food and wine at the same time!

 

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2. thepreciousmommy

This passionate mommy blogger and her family are permanently based in Orlando, Florida but frequently enjoy time spent together traveling around the world, having adventures, and sharing the love. Also pretty passionate about homeschooling and her faith, this fun mamas Instagram feed is full of snaps of her two adorable little ones studying at the kitchen table, simply enjoying family time, and being super precocious.

 

3. wayfarerfamily

This beautiful family spends half of their time running a super successful photography business and the other half traveling around the world together. With their beautiful little daughter, these parents can often be found spending time by the pool somewhere tropical and green, enjoying their home state of Oregon, and showing the world just how much they love each other.

 

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Travel Potty Training Tips For Your Busy Holiday Season
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Travel Potty Training Tips For Your Busy Holiday Season

by Karly Wood
written by Karly Wood

When it comes to potty training, the minute your toddler decides they are ready to ditch the diapers, it’s all hands on deck. Experts agree that even though your kiddo may be officially out of diapers in a matter of days, the actual potty training process takes several months of commitment. And no mama wants to take a step back for any reason- school, activities, holidays and least of all travel.

This holiday season it’s estimated that three quarters of all Americans will travel, and you can bet that includes young children, many of whom are in the throes of potty training. There’s absolutely no reason to postpone the start of your child’s potty training, or put it on hold just because of a trip to grandma’s! Rather than revert back to diapers for those long car and plane trips, we’ve partnered with Pull-Ups and Dr. Heather Wittenberg to give you tools for a successful holiday season of travel (and potty training success). Here are her top 5 tips that we can’t wait to share with you:

1. Make a list – and check it twice.

Get your toddler excited for your upcoming trip by packing a bag together, including their favorite potty training items. I’d suggest Pull-Ups Training Pants, a spare pair of pants and socks, a travel pack of Pull-Ups Flushable Wipes, a re-sealable zip-top plastic bag that’s big enough for wet clothing, and any “must-have” potty props, such as a special potty book or sticker chart.

2. Be flexible.

Even if your little one has reached potty training success and is wearing real underwear, it’s okay to use Pull-Ups while traveling. They can really come in handy during lengthy car rides, plane trips or any situation that calls for a little extra security and convenience. Yes, consistency is important during potty training, but so is your sanity – especially during the holidays. Aim to return to the regular program once you return from a trip.

3. Dress your travelin’ toddler in easily removable clothing.

We know grandma loves to see her grandson in those adorable overalls, and your daughter loves her special holiday tights, but limit these clothes while you’re on the road. You’ll thank me when you’re in a roadside bathroom and can rush to the potty quickly and easily to make it back on the road in no time. There’s a reason Santa wears big loose pants!

4. Schedule frequent breaks for potty visits and checks on their Pull-Ups.

This actually has double the benefits since yes, your toddler will need a potty break — but they’ll also need some fresh air and an opportunity to stretch those little legs. Plan these stops ahead of time if you can, and you can go on a “potty-seek-and-find” adventure at every stop. Let them know you’re sticking to the normal routine, and just adding in some exciting new steps. Give yourself plenty of time so you’re not dashing through the snow, or worried about travel delays. 

5. Continue your reward system.

Whether your child is a sticker chart fanatic or can’t get enough jelly beans, your trip doesn’t need to impact the incentives that work for them. You could even consider introducing a special travel-only reward for added fun. Small candy canes or chocolate gelt work perfectly this time of year.

 

To make potty training even more special for your little ones, Pull-Ups has just released new designs that will feature your kids beloved Disney characters. Boys will love the new Lion Guard design, and your young ladies can now wear their favorite Whisker Haven friends (Hearts, Hooves, Paws!). The new designs still offer the same great protection that is ideal for potty training, and they still look and feel like underwear, perfect for your learning kiddos. They are easy to pull on and off, especially in those urgent potty moments!

Pull-Ups now also come in a brand new box, complete with a fun activity inside! Grab your crayons and let your kids have at it, as this creative new packaging is perfect for your box-loving, arteests. It’s like a giant coloring book inside! We already know kids love boxes, and they’ll love these even more.

When it comes time to start the journey of potty training with your little one, Pull-Ups Training pants are your perfect partner. Not only do they offer the peace of mind and protection that every parent wants, but they make the process of training exciting with their unique designs by Disney. This holiday, don’t be afraid to both start and continue potty training with your little ones. You can do it!

 

Dr. Heather Wittenberg

Dr. Heather Wittenberg is a licensed child psychologist specializing in the development of babies and toddlers. She is the author of Let’s Get This Potty Started! and a proud Pull-Ups brand partner. She lives in Hawaii with her husband and four children, all of them, thank heavens, now potty trained. You can learn more about Dr. Heather at BabyShrink.com.

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6 Great Products For Families Who Love To Travel
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6 Great Products For Families Who Love To Travel

by Jordyn Smith
written by Jordyn Smith

Whether your family takes a couple trips a year or takes to the open skies or roads as a way of life, traveling is a great way to keep the family bond strong. Even if your children are still too young to fully appreciate it, there’s nothing quite like being able to experience beautiful new places with the people you love the most. Still, if you’re a parent to one or more jet-setting kiddos, you understand just how difficult it can be to travel with them while also making sure you’re as put together as possible. These amazing products are about to make traveling with your family whole lot easier.

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1. Travel Highchair

This adorable travel high chair is perfect whether you’re traveling across town to a family member’s house or taking a trip across the country. It is incredibly easy to set up, compact enough that it can fit inside of a purse when compacted, and a great way to keep your baby comfy while away from home. It also doesn’t hurt that it has a retail price of $25 either.

You can purchase this product at Due.

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2. Portable Bed

Finding great prices on hotel room or staying with friends often means having to sacrifice certain things, one of those things being a bed for everyone. If your family doesn’t care much for doubling or tripling up while sleeping, this portable bed is the perfect compromise. Made for kids aged three and up, this bed is comfortable, easy to set up, and sturdy. While it may not be an ideal item for those that only travel by air, road trippers can make great use of this handy item.

Find out more and purchase this item at Amazon.

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3. Trunki Suitcase

Suitcases and kids don’t always go hand-in-hand, especially when it comes to the carrying of them. What starts out as a promise to cart around their own luggage can quickly turn into you having to juggle too many items at once. This ridable “Trunki”  suitcase is here to solve that problem. With its fun and colorful exterior, large wheels, and slightly sunken in top kids can comfortably ride their own suitcase to your location. The “Trunki” also gives the little ones something to do while waiting in those boring airport terminals.

Purchase the Trunki in many colors and designs at Amazon.

 

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4. Hanging Travel Toiletry Bag

One of the hardest parts about traveling with your family is having to pack and keep up with all of the important toiletries you all need. Having a large toiletry bag that can easily hang on the back of a bathroom or bedroom door will do wonders for helping your family keep track of things like shampoo, soap, and beauty items. This bag is easily compatible and large enough to fit all of your family’s toiletries with a little bit of careful maneuvering.

You can buy this toiletry bag at Amazon.

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5. Children’s Noise Canceling Earmuffs

Noise cancelling earmuffs can be a lifesaver for traveling parents with fussy newborns and toddlers. Even when fully awake, they allow your little ones to be in the thick of things without having sensory overloads due to the loud, strange noises of airports or busy cities. These earmuffs are simple, comfortable, and perfect for babies and toddlers aged 3 months and up.

Buy these earmuffs at Amazon.

 

 

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6. Kid-Friendly First Aid Kit

Going without a first aid kit if you’re traveling with kids is pretty much out of the question. Little cuts and scrapes, skinned knees, and ouchies should be treated not only for their health and safety of your kids, but for their peace of mind as well. These first aid kits may be small but they’re filled with everything you need to take care of minor issues in your children and yourself. From band-aids to gauze and antiseptic, these kits get the job done and look cute while doing it.

Head over to Amazon to purchase this product.

 

Jordyn Smith

Jordyn Smith

A city girl currently living it up in the south with my little family. I love baking, hoarding makeup, and daydreaming. If I'm not writing, I'm probably trying to think up weird pizza recipes or watching Property Brothers.
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6 Perfect Fall Travel Destinations For Families
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6 Perfect Fall Travel Destinations For Families

by Jordyn Smith
written by Jordyn Smith

While it isn’t as popular a time as summer or winter, fall is a great time to take a family vacation. While it is a little harder to carve out time from work and school, the cheaper vacation prices, ideal climates, and thinning crowds make taking a few days off more than worth it. If you’re looking to get away for a bit of family bonding time with your loved ones this autumn, try these ideal destinations.

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1. Disney World

Everyone who loves Disney World knows that the best time to go is during the off season. With the exception of Halloween, fall is the perfect time to grab up the kiddos and make the trek to Orlando. That prime time right before the holiday season but directly following summertime is perfect for finding cheaper travel options, better lodgings, and smaller crowds and shorter wait times in the parks.

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2. Gatlinburg, Tennessee

If your family is all about nature and gorgeous scenery, it doesn’t get any more gorgeous than Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Home to the beautiful Smoky Mountains and host to countless beautiful hillside cabins, Gatlinburg is the perfect blend of southern city life and nature getaways. Get your family a luxurious cabin in the woods while you hike up the Smokies or enjoy a classy hotel in the city while you take advantage of Gatlinburg’s awesome attractions.

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3. Niagara Falls

Looking for a vacation spot that borders on being outside of the country but is still pretty close to comfort? Niagara Falls may be a seemingly cliched vacation spot for Canadian tourists, but that doesn’t make it any less awesome. Niagara Falls is perfectly on the border between New York and Ontario, and whether your family takes a boat tour through the falls or takes the more costly option and watches from a ledge above, they are truly a sight to behold.
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4. San Francisco

With its gorgeous architecture, amazing food, and bustling culture, this Northern California city is the perfect family getaway. Taking a trip to San Francisco in the fall means less tourists and an ideal climate.You can take your kiddos to visit iconic historical landmarks like The Golden Gate Bridge, get a spooky history lesson at Alcatraz Island, or just spend some time goofing around at Pier 39.

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5. New York

Winter, spring summer, or fall, tourists from all over the world flock to New York City in every season. Encountering other tourists is almost inevitable and finding deals on lodgings and activities always takes a little more work. But giving your kids the chance to see the city that never sleeps so early in life is pretty priceless. New York City is always bustling with life and it is never too hard to find something awesome to do. See a Broadway play, take advantage of free art museums, or lounge around Central Park, let the city show you the way.

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6. Turks & Caicos

Turks & Caicos has long since held the title as one of the best family vacation destinations out there. The beautiful string of islands is surrounded by gorgeous crystal waters and luxurious sands. Your family can choose to stay in one of the many family-friendly resorts or rent a private villa for the duration of your stay. With all of these amenities and high-end options, visiting Turks & Caicos tends to be on the pricier side. But if your family chooses to visit in the fall months you will not only encounter less tourists but cheaper prices all-around. You may not be able to experience every single thing that fans of the islands gush about, as some places close up shop in the off season, but what more do you really need besides your loved ones at your side and the sand under your feet?

Jordyn Smith

Jordyn Smith

A city girl currently living it up in the south with my little family. I love baking, hoarding makeup, and daydreaming. If I'm not writing, I'm probably trying to think up weird pizza recipes or watching Property Brothers.
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7 Tips On Traveling While Pregnant
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7 Tips On Traveling While Pregnant

by Ellice Vargas
written by Ellice Vargas

Traveling is busy and exhausting work, and even more so when you are growing a tiny human, too. Whether you are getting ready for a summer vacay with the family, or heading out somewhere exotic for a baby moon, I have rounded up some of my best tips to help making your pregnancy travel easier.

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1. Hydration

This is especially important if you are going anywhere hot. Dehydration is not good when you’re expecting, so make sure to keep a bottle of water (or two) with you wherever you go. It’s also a good idea to keep some Propel packets or something similar stashed in your purse so you can add them to your water if you need a boost of nutrients and electrolytes while you are on the go.

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2. Speak To Your Doctor

If you are traveling out of the country, make sure you get confirmation from your OB/GYN about the area you are traveling too. It’s important to note you may be at a higher risk for travel with a baby on the way depending on your destination. Make sure to give them all your information and locations so they can give you the appropriate medical advice and a list of pregnancy-safe medications, if you’ll need any. Speaking from personal experience, the peace of mind knowing I had all the right information before I left was enough to put my pregnancy travel anxieties at ease.

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3. Pack Snacks

You never know how you may be feeling about certain foods while you are away, especially if your are in a new place. Pack all your favorite snacks from home so you will always have something to munch on if the dreaded nausea or food aversions decide to pay you a visit.

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4. Plan For A Lot Of Potty Breaks

If you are flying anywhere, you will most likely be needing to visit the plane lavatory much more often then the average traveller. Make sure to reserve and aisle seat so you can get up as often as you like without disturbing the passenger next to you. This way you won’t feel like you’re stuck if the urge to go is happening more often than you’d like. If flying isn’t on the agenda, then make sure to plan a lot of potty breaks into your drive time. If you already have small kiddos, this will most likely be already factored in to your road trip time.

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5. Allow Extra Time

Just know that everything may take longer and be much slower, especially with all the extra potty breaks you will be taking.  You want to keep your stress to a minimum, so make sure to allow for extra time and you will find you are able to enjoy yourself and be much more relaxed when you arrive at your final destination.

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6. Pack Light

IF this is at all possible when traveling anywhere with children, try and pack as light as you can. If you are flying, check as much as your luggage as possible and limit yourself to only what you really need for the flight itself. If your kiddos are old enough, have them carry their own “big kid” backpack filled with snacks and activities so you are not weighed down with all the boogey wipes, sippy cups and everything else you will be packing to try and avoid public meltdowns.

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7. Avoid First Trimester

While traveling during your first trimester cannot always be avoided, and if you are one of the lucky few who do not suffer from morning sickness, food aversions, fatigue or any other lovely first trimester pregnancy symptoms, then travel! While for the rest of us it might be best to wait until your second trimester before taking any expensive trips. There isn’t much worse than spending a ton of money of travel plans only to miss out because you can’t leave your hotel room. Unless of course it means room service for one and chick flicks in bed. 😉

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6 Travel Beds For Toddlers & Kids
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6 Travel Beds For Toddlers & Kids

by Karly Wood
written by Karly Wood

My husband and I have always loved traveling, but now that we have a 3-year old, spending nights away from home aren’t as fun as they used to be. Our daughter is a trooper, but when it comes to bedtime, she is like most adults: she prefers her own bed, in her own room. Sleep is vital when you’re traveling, especially for young kids who get off schedule and are unfamiliar with their surroundings. It’s also something we haven’t quite managed in our family, which has made for some exhausting (instead of relaxing) vacations with a sleep-deprived toddler who can’t go to sleep in a strange bed in a 1-bedroom hotel room. I’m desperately looking for a way to make my daughter comfortable and most importantly get some great sleep, especially with three trips planned this year. I’ve found some great travel beds and I think you’ll love them too!

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1. Shrunks Travel Toddler Bed

If you don’t want to add a huge extra piece of luggage to your travels, this inflatable toddler bed may be just what you need. Measuring at roughly 5×3 feet, this portable bed comes with a carrying bag and super fast pump that will inflate in 30 seconds. It is compatible with standard crib sheets, and even has a tuck feature to securely hold your sheets in place. And oh yeah, the most important thing: it has “rails” that will help prevent your mobile child from ending up on the floor and under your bed (something I really needed on our last trip to Palm Springs!).

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2. KidCo Peadpod Plus

If you spend a lot of time camping, this is a great travel bed. It’s just as functional if you hotel sleep, but the mesh construction of this bed makes it perfect for keeping out creepy crawlies if you are tent campers too. This bag is fully assembled, comes with a sleeping pad for the bottom and collapses into a compact 3.5lb portable bed. It can be used for infants all the way through toddlers!

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3. Regalo My Cot Deluxe

If you’re looking more for a cot style bed for kids who have mastered sleeping in a big kid bed, the Regalo My Cot is a super affordable option. It comes with a detachable sleeping bag and pillow, but can also fit a crib sheet. It’s lightweight and folds small enough to fit into a suitcase so you can take anywhere!

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4. Leachco BumpZZZ Travel Bed

This is more than your average travel bed- it’s a bed, lounge and play area all in one. It’s made of soft foam and cushioned sides that don’t require inflation. It folds up into it’s own carrying case and is super lightweight. This is not a cheap travel bed, but if your family are frequent trip takers, this may be worth every penny.

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5. Intex Kidz Travel Bed

Maybe your child needs a little more protection (i.e. rails on every which way) to keep from rolling or escaping. This inexpensive travel bed is perfect! It has a removable mattress that is compatible with crib sheets and comes with its own hand pump and carrying bag. This is a wonderful affordable option.

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6. Inflatable Bed Rails

If you absolutely cannot carry another piece of luggage, a great alternative is packing some inflatable bed rails to use on roll away or hotel beds. They come in packs of two and with a footpump for easy inflation. Stick them under the sheets and they’ll prevent roll-offs! I personally think these are best for older kids, not toddlers transitioning from a crib. Hotel beds are usually several feet off the ground and if you have an aggressive roller, I would be fearful of rolling right over the top and ending up on the floor!

 

Happy Traveling!

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Karly Wood

Karly Wood

Editor at Red Tricycle
I'm a born and bred Southern California native and currently the managing editor at Red Tri. I get to share my life with my husband of 13 years and our beautiful, 5-year old daughter. In my free time you'll catch me cheering for the Dodgers, cooking, baking, reading, crafting and probably watching a little HGTV!
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12 Terrific Travel Activities For Kids
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12 Terrific Travel Activities For Kids

by Karly Wood
written by Karly Wood

Can we just be honest for a minute and say that traveling with kids can be super fun, or just plain awful? No matter how much you plan, there’s still always the possibility that something will go wrong. You may be planning for a simple weekend trip or a more lavish vacation (just in case you’re confused, check out this hilarious article over at HuffPo), but just as much preparation goes into packing and planning when you have children, no matter the trip. One of the hardest parts is just simply getting from your home to your destination, especially when it comes to keeping the kiddos entertained. We’ve gathered up some simple travel activities that will hopefully keep you and your family happy!

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1. The License Plate Game

This game has been around as long as their have been kids, cars and license plates. So pretty much forever!  Its as simple as handing all the kids a printout like the one above and checking off each license plate as they see them. You can slip them in some sheet protectors so you can use them again and again.

Head over to SuburbanMom.com to download your own copy of this game as well as check out even more travel activity ideas.

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2. Cookie Sheet Activities

You kids won’t be doing any baking in the back seat but they will be staying entertained, so long as they have a cookie sheet and some activities on their lap! You can find an inexpensive one at the dollar store, just make sure it’s magnetic. Then pick up some cheap magnets, paper dolls and other activities that are lap worthy and your kids will be shocked they’ve made it to grandmas house so quickly! We’ve got a great article right here on Life As Mama with 10 cookie sheet activities so check it out for some great ideas!

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3. Let Your Kids Draw On Your Face

For some reason, it’s always a kick in the pants when you can doodle on someone’s face. As you quietly laugh to yourself, you’re also quite entertained. If you have older kids, you can create your own dry erase notebook, complete with dry erase markers and family photos tucked into sheet protectors. With just a little preparation, your kids will be entertained for hours as they doodle, wipe of and start over.

AllForTheBoys.com has a full tutorial on making your own dry erase face binder. This is a great activity not only for traveling, but sick days!

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10 Travel Hacks For Stress Free Packing & Traveling
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10 Travel Hacks For Stress Free Packing & Traveling

by Mary Mulroney
written by Mary Mulroney

Since it’s summer, chances are you’re going to be traveling over the next few weeks. That means that you have to pack your luggage – the most dreaded part about traveling. Personally, I hate packing my bags. I find it to be unorganized, stressful, and confusing because I never know what to bring! There are so many things that are hard to pack because they’re small, or too big, or oddly shaped, etc. Well, the good news is that we’ve found 10 amazing traveling hacks that will help you pack for your trips this summer (and every trip thereafter!) to keep you organized and stress free. Check them out.

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1. Use A Pill Organizer To Store Jewelry

Packing jewelry can be one of the most frustrating parts of packing because jewelry can be so small that it’s easy for things to get lost and mixed up. To avoid this, place your small jewelry in a pill organizer. This will not only keep it all in one place safely, but it will also keep your jewelry more organized and easier to find instead of digging through a bag.

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2. Roll Your Clothes Instead Of Folding Them

To save on space in your suitcase, roll your clothes instead of folding them. I know this doesn’t seem like it would save a lot of room, but it really does. Also, if you roll them nicely you can avoid getting wrinkles and creases in them like you would if you folded the clothes.

(Head over to Two Twenty One for other great life tips and tricks, as well as home decor advice, recipes and so much more).

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3.  Put A Piece Of Straw On Dainty Jewelry To Keep From Tangling

A great way to keep necklaces from tangling with each other is to slip a piece of straw onto the chain. This will keep the two pieces of the chain separate from each other and won’t allow it to tangle into a knotted mess. It will also keep the necklace from tangling with other pieces of jewelry as well. You can do this with just about any piece of jewelry that has a chain.

(Check out Listotic for other great life tips and tricks, as well as craft ideas, hair and beauty tips, and more).

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10 Creative Cookie Sheet Activities For Traveling
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10 Creative Cookie Sheet Activities For Traveling

by Karly Wood
written by Karly Wood

If you have kids that are toddler age or older, you know firsthand that long trips in the car can be stressful. Kids in car seats or boosters get antsy fast, and there’s not a whole lot you can do when you’re only halfway to your destination. Activities for the car are a must, but you also don’t want to cram it full with toys for your long trip. Sure, you can hook up the DVD player and let them watch movies the whole time, but most of us would rather not. It’s time to get creative! Luckily, for us, Pinterest is full of creative people, so you don’t have to come up with anything new! We’re going to show you a great list of simple activities that can all be done on a cookie sheet. That’s right, a simple cookie sheet that you can find at the dollar store! So get ready for your vacation with confidence, because these activities are going to keep everyone happy on the way to grandmas house.

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1. Rainbow Pom Poms

This integrates two toddler favs: pom poms and bright colors! You will need some printables, pom poms and magnets. Cut and glue small magnet pieces to the bottom of a bunch of rainbow colored pom poms. Then take your printables (laminate them if you can, to make sure they stand the test of time!), place it on the cookie sheet and show your little ones how to match up the pom poms. Instant activity!

Head over to SewFantastic.blogspot.ca to get your own copy of this printable, and several others for this awesome activity!

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2. Paper Dolls

Paper dolls have been around forever, and I fondly remember playing with them when I was a little girl. But I also remember them getting torn and crumpled quite easily. Magnetic paper dolls overcome both of those obstacles and are perfect for cookie sheet play. They don’t take up much space and are great for hours of enjoyment!

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3. Coloring

My daughter loves to color and rarely turns away at the sight of a crayon. Coloring is a great activity and one you can now take in the car, thanks to a cookie sheet! Simply use the cookie sheet as a desk and your kids will have a great surface to color on.

PlaydateCrashers.com has 7 other cookie sheet activity ideas that you’ll want to check out!

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10 Tips For Your Queasy Traveler- Avoid Motion Sickness!
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10 Tips For Your Queasy Traveler- Avoid Motion Sickness!

by Karly Wood
written by Karly Wood

If you are a person who is prone to motion sickness, you know how quickly a fun vacation can turn ugly. There are several instances of my childhood that I still remember quite clearly where motion sickness took the wheel and derailed our road trip for a couple of hours. Nobody likes getting nauseous, whether its on a car, boat or airplane (most of which I have experienced!). It’s even worse if you’ve passed your sensitive stomach to your children, who also tend to get squeamish on long trips. Nobody likes cleaning up vomit and when you have to get back into the car and smell it the rest of your trip it makes it even worse! We’ve come up with a handful of tips to help you and your kids avoid motion sickness and hopefully have some happy trails!

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1. Dress Comfortably

If you’re prone to getting sick while traveling, make yourself as comfortable as possible by dressing in loose fitting clothing. There’s no shame in dressing your kids in their PJ’s! Just imagine being strapped in a car seat, possibly rear-facing, wearing tight pants and a shirt. It’s a recipe for disaster! Your kids already feel uncomfortable when nausea sets in, don’t make it worse by dressing them in restrictive clothing.

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