Raise your hand if you wish you traveled way more than you do. If your hand is outstretched, don’t worry—you’re not alone. We all have those friends who appear to constantly be on the go, always kicking their feet back on a tropical beach or sipping espresso in a French bistro. The same question arises each time: how on earth do people travel like that with a full-time job? While it would be easy to… The post How to Travel More With a Full-Time Job: 6 Top Tips appeared first on Momma Wanderlust | Family Travel ..read more

How to Save Money on Your Family Vacation: 14 Tips and Tricks  Family vacations can be costly. We already anticipate the upfront costs like airfare and hotel accommodations. There are a number of travel resources available to help cut some of those major costs down. But those smaller expenses like food, gas, and activities can add up quickly. As a family travel blogger, my mission is to encourage families to get out and explore.  But,… The post How to Save Money on Your Family Vacation: 14 Top Tips and Tricks appeared first on Momma Wanderlust | Family Travel ..read more

There are so many great things to do in Thomasville, Georgia. This small city is near the Florida state line in the Red Hills Region in Southwest Georgia. I’ve visited this quaint city almost every year since my daddy married a Thomasville native nearly a decade ago.   Furthermore, I love small towns. Despite my numerous international exploits and insatiable desire to explore, the small Southern cities stole my heart long ago.  My love of small… The post Things to do in Thomasville, Georgia appeared first on Momma Wanderlust | Family Travel ..read more

Looking for some family travel hacks? Family vacations require a lot of planning, budgeting, and patience. For many of us, they are the best week of the year and a fantastic opportunity to connect with our loved ones. But let’s be real: they are also stressful. When traveling with kids, an avoidable mistake can lead to sour moods for the whole day or even the entire trip. Today, I’m sharing some of my top family… The post Top 15 Family Travel Hacks appeared first on Momma Wanderlust | Family Travel ..read more

Looking for simple family road trip tips to help make your next adventure a cinch? Well, we’ve got you covered. As a kid, I LOVED road trips. Being on the open road, enjoying the change of scenery, seeing new places, and meeting new people excited me. But as a parent, family road trips can quickly become a nightmare if you don’t plan adequately.  But it doesn’t have to be a horrible experience.  Simple Family Road… The post Simple Family Road Trip Tips appeared first on Momma Wanderlust | Family Travel ..read more

If you’re looking to add a bit of Black History to your travel itinerary, the following cities are great places to start. Education and travel are intrinsically connected. Travel helps to bring history to life, by adding context and texture that can’t be found in the pages of textbooks. As a history wonk and scholar of African-American studies, I know that when it comes to Black history, you don’t have to go far to learn… The post 10 Best US Cities to Learn about Black History appeared first on Momma Wanderlust | Family Travel ..read more

As a parent to two young children, I work to include fun lessons on history and culture when and wherever we travel. But most of our history lessons start here at home in the Washington, DC, area.  And I’ve found that my little ones remember history lessons best when it comes alive. With all of the museums, monuments, and national historic sites in Washington, DC, there’s no shortage of ways to teach our children about… The post 7 Best Sites to Learn about Black History in Washington DC appeared first on Momma Wanderlust | Family Travel ..read more

Visiting Black History Museums is an amazing way to learn about Black history and culture and the overall Black experiences in America. From coast to coast, there are tons of brilliant Black history museums to discover and explore. Here are 22 of the best Black history museums in the US to visit: 1.  National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel– Memphis, TN Located at the former site of the Lorraine Motel where Dr. Martin… The post 22 Best Black History Museums in the US to Visit appeared first on Momma Wanderlust | Family Travel ..read more

Stumped on where to take your family for spring break vacation next year? Don’t worry; I’ve got you covered. In this list of amazing spring break ideas for families in 2024, I’m sharing with you the best of the best. So, whether you’re looking for the ultimate outdoor adventure or a relaxing trip to the beach, there’s something for everyone. By the time you’ve finished reading, you’ll be ready to pack your bags, grab the… The post 24 Amazing Spring Break Ideas for Families in 2024 appeared first on Momma Wanderlust | Family Travel ..read more

My family and I recently stayed at The Hotel at the University of Maryland in College Park, Maryland. The hotel is a AAA Four Diamond Hotel conveniently located between Washington, DC, and Baltimore. Located just 15 miles from the National Mall in DC, it’s a 40 to 50-minute drive from the Washington Monument (depending on traffic). This hotel, set in the heart of the college campus, has a fun and laid-back vibe. The layout was… The post Hotel Review: The Hotel at the University of Maryland appeared first on Momma Wanderlust | Family Travel ..read more