From time to time I love to share the wisdom of other travelers with my readers as a way of bringing you even more great advice. I'm so happy to welcome Tanya from Rad Family Travel as the author of today's guest post. Enjoy! Guest Post from Rad Family Travel We just moved here a bit over a year ago and we still feel like we’re on a mini-vacation when we get out to explore ... Read More
10 Mouthwatering Spots to Eat When You Visit Portland
Curried deep-fried lemon slices, vegan pizza, sour cherry hard cider. None of these things were on my list of must-try foods when planning a trip to Portland. Yes, the city is known for its food trucks and culinary offerings but I don't think I really appreciated just how diverse and inventive the food culture really is. With thousands of offerings throughout the city, ... Read More
Coastal Adventures in Seaside, Oregon
As we popped open our bottle of wine and pulled up our balcony chairs to watch the sunset, a contented sigh escaped from my mouth. This is what an escape really feels like. Letting go of all those everyday worries and feeling fully present! It's not often a place can make me feel so content to relax, but after our recent trip to the Oregon coast did just that. We were ... Read More
Airbnb with Kids: Tips for Your First Stay
Thinking about trying an Airbnb on your next family vacation? Perhaps you need more space than a hotel or want to stay away from the busy tourist areas? Whatever the reason, Airbnb is a great option for family travel. We tried Airbnb for the first time recently and I thought it might be helpful to share our tips for your family's first stay. Tips for Your First Airbnb with ... Read More
How to Plan Your Family Vacation in One Hour
Going on vacation is lots of fun. But let's face it, planning a trip can be a lot of work, and when you're trying to tackle all the laundry and manage your kids' schedules it can easily fall to the bottom of the list or become a task that you begrudgingly tackle. When you finally do get ready to plan, you begin by typing your destination into Google. Hundreds of search ... Read More