
The Wandering Daughter
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Welcome to The Wandering Daughter! As a mother to three children, I know how daunting the idea of family travel can seem. I'm here to make travel more accessible and approachable to families. With my stories and tips, I hope I can inspire you to take your kids out into the world and start exploring. My hope with this blog is to inspire you to take your kids out into the world and start..
The Wandering Daughter
5M ago
In a world that may not always be safe for women, how can we teach our daughters to explore it rather than fear it ..read more
The Wandering Daughter
5M ago
Visiting Pura Lempuyang Temple Bali is a wonderful cultural experience. But it's important practice the dos and don'ts of visiting Pura Lempuyang ..read more
The Wandering Daughter
5M ago
The Pacific Northwest is one of my favorite places in the world! If you’re visiting Seattle, there are some fun Seattle day trips with kids you can take to see the best of what the Pacific Northwest has to offer. As a family, we’ve spent over 16 years living in the Seattle area. And since ..read more
The Wandering Daughter
6M ago
No Japan itinerary for families would be complete without a visit to Kyoto! With its beautiful streets, calming rivers and canals, and abundance of cultural heritage, you can easily pack a 5 day Kyoto itinerary with all sorts of kid-friendly activities. We spent five days in Kyoto during our family trip to Japan in 2024 ..read more
The Wandering Daughter
6M ago
Planning a family trip to Tokyo? Spending one week in Tokyo with kids offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion, educational experiences, and unforgettable fun. We spent one week in Tokyo in July 2024, and loved every minute of it. Tokyo is a city where ancient traditions meet futuristic innovation. It definitely captivates our family ..read more
The Wandering Daughter
7M ago
Looking for a quick excursion from Kyoto or Osaka in Japan? Consider a day trip to Nara with kids! It's the perfect destination to immerse in Japan's rich heritage ..read more
The Wandering Daughter
1y ago
Seattle is an amazing city to visit, with its stunning nature views, great restaurants, and unique tourist attractions. One of my favorite things to do in Seattle is to spend an afternoon at some of the Seattle museums for kids. It’s a great way to get to know the history and culture of Seattle, and incorporate learning into your travels too.
I’ve lived in Seattle for over 13 years, and I think it’s an extremely family friendly city. We love checking out the various activities in Seattle for families and taking Seattle day trips throughout the year.
With a population of over 700,000 people, th ..read more
The Wandering Daughter
1y ago
I have a confession to make. I was completely unprepared for traveling to Mexico with kids. Sure, I had all the standard travel preparations done: passports, lodging, tickets. But in terms of mentally preparing for Mexico travel with kids, I was a total newbie.
Our family’s first time visiting Mexico was in 2018, and to be honest, I had many assumptions of what Mexico was like. These assumptions were fueled by the media around me: Mexico is poor, Mexico is unsafe, and Mexican culture is strange. But when I did come to Mexico with kids, all these assumptions turned out to be wrong.
We loved Mex ..read more
The Wandering Daughter
1y ago
Contrary to what many travelers think, the best place to experience the culture of Indonesia is not Bali. In my opinion, it's the city of Yogyakarta on the island of Java. A Yogyakarta itinerary is a must for any family’s Indonesia bucket list! With so many things to do in Yogyakarta with kids, you’ll be able to get a glimpse into what Indonesia is really like.
We visited Yogyakarta as a family in 2019, but I’ve personally been visiting this city since I was a kid. The bustling city of Yogyakarta encapsulates everything that Indonesian culture is all about. It’s modern, yet traditional; busy ..read more
The Wandering Daughter
1y ago
Long layovers are a perfect opportunity to explore a new city. Not all airports are located close enough to a city to allow a visit, but sometimes you can get lucky. Vancouver, BC for example, has a train that goes right to the airport. That means if you've got a Vancouver layover, you'll have time for some city adventuring!
As a family, we enjoy using a long layover to squeeze in some city sight-seeing during our trips. We've done stopover experiences in cities like Sacramento, Bangkok, and Tokyo. When we had a layover in Miami, we even had a chance to go to the beach!
Take a water taxi in Va ..read more