Planning a family vacation to Christmas markets in Europe sounds exciting and overwhelming. Lisa is joined by her guest, Jaems, from Time Zone Travelers who shares all of her tips and knowledge about traveling to European Christmas markets with families. We talk about the best time to go, how long to visit, how to get around, where to stay, what to eat, and what to expect at the markets.
It's always fun to give and receive gifts. Today I'm sharing 12 great gifts for any travel lover in your life. I'm sharing what I love and why I love it! Hoping this list will make your gift-giving less stressful and more fun.
Have you dreamed of taking an Alaskan vacation with your family? A cruise is an easy option but have you ever considered flying to Anchorage and exploring from there? We have Brooke Milne from Look It’s Brooke joining us to share all the details on planning a family vacation to Alaska. She share the 5 cities she visited with her family, what they did, what they booked ahead of time, where they ate, hikes they took, glaciers they saw, and so much more....
Are you thinking about planning a family vacation to Alaska? It’s easier than you think! Brooke Milne from Look It’s Brooke joins Lisa to share all her Alaska trip planning tips and ideas. Learn how to find flight deals, when to start planning, budget expectations, where to stay, how to get around, and more. This is part one of two episodes with Brooke where you can learn all about planning an Alaskan trip. Next week, listen in to learn which cities Brooke visited with her family and all of the ...
Las Vegas is filled with some interesting and exciting family-fun options! There really is more to do than gamble. Lisa was just in Vegas and is sharing 5 great activities she thinks you should add to your list if you are heading to Vegas with your family.
Our family just returned from a week-long vacation in Maui and today I’m sharing our top 5 things we recommend you do while you are there. If you love beautiful scenery, waterfalls, hiking, snorkeling, great food, and more, then Maui will be a great destination for your family vacation.
Heading to Maui? Our favorite day in Maui was when we spent out time exploring many of the beautiful sites along the Road to Hana. I’m sharing our tips on what to wear, what to bring, and where to stop along the Road to Hana.
National Park visits are on the rise in the United States. Are you one of the many fortunate people getting out and exploring these beautiful places with your family? Today Lisa is joined by Emily Matheny from Stamp Your Way USA who shares tips on fitting many national parks into one trip. She also shares insights on preparing for a visit to national parks for families plus a really fun way for you to document your travels through the parks.
Our family loves to visit Disneyland and we are always on the lookout for ways to make our experience in the park the best it can be. I got away to Disneyland last week and have some tips to share about navigating the park right now including ideas on where to stay, what your morning routine should be, where to eat, and how to get Rise of the Resistance ride tickets.
There are so many fabulous things to do in Ketchikan, Alaska! Even if you have only one day there while cruising, you can fit in a lot of fun. Let me share the highlights of all we did when we were lucky enough to visit Ketchikan.
Skagway is a popular Alaskan cruise spot which means that most visitors who come by cruise only get one day when visiting this town. Let me help you make the most of your limited time at this beautiful destination.
There are a lot of great things to do in Juneau, Alaska while there for a day on a cruise. When exploring a new port while on a cruise, you want to maximize your time with the best activities since you will only be there for a short amount of time. Today I’m sharing my top five picks for things to do while in Juneau on a cruise. There’s a little something for everyone: high adventure, scenic outlooks, and, of course, good food!
If you are looking for a quiet island getaway with lots of culture, a national park, new foods, friendly locals, and gorgeous beaches, consider adding American Samoa to your bucket list. Melinda Clayville from AmSamFam lives in American Samoa with her family and she shares what visiting families will love to see, do, eat, and explore on a visit to these beautiful islands in the South Pacific.
We recently got a new passport for our daughter and I was reminded how many things should be gathered and planned to make it a smooth process. Today I’m sharing my step-by-step guide that I’ve put together based on lots of research and our own experiences. If you are thinking about getting your child a passport, listen to the episode for many useful tips. Plus check out the show notes for a quick reference checklist that you can use to guide you through the process.
We just returned from an Alaskan cruise and have all the information you will want if you are heading out on a cruise soon. Lisa shares the things they did to get ready before the cruise plus all of the pandemic-related changes they noticed while on the cruise. Hopefully, many of these changes are here to stay! Lisa sailed on the Majestic Princess on a 7-night cruise to Alaska. If you will be cruising, be sure to check with your ship for up-to-the-minute updates and guidelines.
Our family recently took a last-minute trip to Milwaukee and got to spend a few days exploring a new-to-us city. Although our time was short, we packed in a lot of experiences and I’m sharing the things we enjoyed, something you can skip, plus a few things that we still have on our list for next time.
Who’s ready to save money on their next vacation? Today, Lisa’s guest, Kelly Davidson from Epic Mom’s Travel shares 10 practical ways to cut the spending when you plan your next trip. She shares 5 things you definitely want to try and 5 things you should not do when traveling that will help stretch your travel dollars.
Whether you are a first-time cruiser or you’ve been on many cruises, packing can always be something that is a bit tricky. Depending on your cruise ports, you will need to pack for a variety of experiences such as beach time, city exploration, helicopter glacier tours, formal nights, loungewear, and more. Our family has been able to cruise many times and I’ve gained experience with what you really should pack and what you can leave at home. Let me share my tips for perfect packing for cruises....
There are common reasons why people don’t travel: fear, time, and money. Today our guest, Deborah Haile, from Tiny Global Footprints joins Lisa to share inspiration on how you can conquer your travel fears, find more time to travel, and savvy ways to find the best prices for your trips.
Ready to learn all about exploring the best places in South Dakota? Kristen and Mark Morgan from Where Are Those Morgans? join Lisa to guide you through an amazing family vacation in South Dakota. Discover not-to-be-missed sites, some off-the-beaten-path discoveries plus where to hike and stop along your journey.
There are several practical and simple ways to make your experience in the national parks the best family vacation. Learn how to avoid crowds, make the most of your time, and when you should go to the parks. Suzannah and Chris Hinton from Hinton the Trail join Lisa to share wise advice that you will want to use on your next visit to a national park.
Would you love to take a trip along the iconic Route 66 with stops at many of the places that inspired places and characters in the well-loved Disney Cars movies? Our guest, Kylie Neuhaus joins us to shares her experience driving along Route 66 and discovering many of the Cars movie inspiration sites. She breaks down the drive, lets you know where to stop, and what to look for at different stops. Listen in and let us help you plan your next road trip!
If you are heading to Michigan on a vacation, you won’t want to miss all that is shared by Kris Morton from My Michigan Travel in this episode. Kris shares all of her favorite things to see and do around the state. There is so much to enjoy in this beautiful state.
Are you heading out on vacation with friends or family soon? Traveling with people outside of your immediate family is a great way to spend time with important people in your life! We have traveled with others a lot and today I’m sharing ten things to think about while you are on a trip with others. Things like who pays for things, how to keep track of costs, how to manage food, how to plan activities, and more.
Planning a trip with another family is fun and exciting! The first question you need to answer is where will you be going. I’m sharing 10 destination ideas that our family has loved visiting while traveling with other families. Listen in and let me spark some ideas for where you should plan your next group trip!
Traveling with another family can add to the fun and excitement when you travel but it can also add to the stress and planning. Lisa is sharing five tips she has used when planning trips with other families that will help make your next family vacation with friends the best it can be.
Every destination has many great options for fun things to do. How can you narrow it down and select the best activities for your family? Today Lisa is sharing her favorite ways to discover activities and make plans for family vacations. When knowing how and where to search, you will be able to discover hidden gems and new things that will make your next family vacation the best yet. Listen in to learn about 8 great ways to discover amazing things to do in new destination.
You know you need a vacation but how do you choose the best place to take your family on your next trip? I’m sharing my list of things to consider when thinking about where to go next. I’ll walk you through my destination selection process and will guide you to help you discover the best location to take your family on your upcoming vacation.
Who is ready to learn some easy and practical ways to save money on your next family vacation? Today Lorianne Rosengarten from @loristravelhacks joins Lisa to talk about things she does to get deep discounts on flights and hotels when she travels. Plus learn about ways to get cash paybacks, credits from banks, how to scan in your receipts for gift cards, and more!
Will you be heading to San Antonio with your family in the near future? Or are you looking for a fun city to put on your travel bucket list? Lyndsey Miller from @vanvoyagefamily joins Lisa to share all of her family’s favorite things to see, do, and eat in San Antonio, Texas.
