Autumn is the perfect time to visit Europe! The heat of summer is overtaken by cool, crisp breezes and the summer crowds fade into distant memories. Because autumn in Europe is considered the shoulder season, it also means prices drop significantly and you'll get more...
If you can somehow swing it with the kids heading back to school, autumn is an amazing time to travel for a number of reasons. To start, the summer heat starts to melt away, leaving much more comfortable temperatures for sightseeing and dining outdoors. Add in the...
The temperatures are dropping across the USA and that can only mean one thing. Autumn is on it's way! Autumn is the perfect time for a road trip because the vibrant colors along the way make the journey even better than the destination! We're highlighting the 14 most...
There are a lot of great reasons to consider taking a multi-generational family trip. Grandchildren will get to spend quality time and make beautiful memories with their grandparents, parents will have a few extra hands around to help with the kids, and the extra help...
September 8th is International Literacy Day and to celebrate, we're sharing a few of our favorite travel themed books for little readers! International Literacy Day was founded by UNESCO in 1966 in order to "remind the public of the importance of literacy as a matter...
Last week we looked at different ways to save money if you are restricted to traveling during school vacations and holidays. Our post Traveling Around School Schedules: Tips for Travel During Peak Season focused on ways to save time and cash when traveling during peak...
If your kids attend a traditional school, planning affordable travel can be difficult. School vacations tend to be peak travel times as everyone wants to squeeze in a trip while the kids have a week or two off. Holiday breaks are even worse, with everyone having time...
Many people may not understand the life of a Wandering Mom and why we're so willing to "pull our kids out of school" so they can traipse about the globe with us. For us, travel is more than just a vacation. It's an opportunity to expose our children to a...
It's that time again mama. The long, lazy days of summer are coming to an end and a return to school looms on the horizon. Many of our Wandering Moms send their kids to traditional school while many others choose to homeschool their kids. The reasons behind these...
If you are traveling domestically within the US, there are certain things you don't have to even think about when you arrive at your destination. For example- all the outlets will match your electronic devices, your credit cards won't charge a foreign currency...
In a previous post, we covered the pros and cons of carry-on vs. checked bags when flying. Whether you decide to check a bag or not, chances are you'll have at least one carry-on bag with you. If you aren't checking any bags, you'll have ALL of your stuff in your...
Let's talk luggage! This is one of the topics that comes up in our Wandering Moms Facebook group on a regular basis and always sparks a hot debate as people definitely have their preferences! If you're wondering whether you should stick with just a carry-on vs....
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