Today's episode is all about visiting Puerto Rico with kids! Planning a family vacation to Puerto Rico? We spent 1 week in PR for our spring break and had the best time exploring the island. From El Yunque National Forest to the beautiful beaches and the charm of Old San Juan, there's so much to see and do in this US Territory! (And no passports needed for US citizens! Blog Posts: The Perfect 1 Week Puerto Rico Itinerary for Families How Much Is A Trip to Puerto Rico? Our Family Vacation Cost Essential Packing List for Puerto Rico Where to find me: Blog: http://www.emilymkrause.com/ Instagra ..read more

LEGOLAND was never on my bucket list, but when my son chose it for his birthday trip I had no choice but to visit.  In this episode I'm sharing all about the LEGOLAND Hotels and whether I think they are worth it, tips for visiting the parks, the Florida parks vs the California parks, and my overall opinion. Links Blog Post: Pirate Island Hotel Review Blog Post: LEGOLAND Florida Review + Tips for Visiting the Park Florida Resort Tour Short Video: Is the LEGOLAND Hotel Worth It? Where to find me: Blog: http://www.emilymkrause.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amomexplores/ TikT ..read more

Today's epidsode is all about the basics of camping with kids! We cover what gear you need for camping for beginners, how to camp with a baby, camp with a toddler, and a few tips for packing. Mostly we discuss getting comfortable with being uncomfortable, and how to try new things with your kids. You don't want to miss this episode! Learn more from their family's adventures on their blog at From Tent To Takeoff, on Instagram at @fromtenttotakeoff, or on Facebook at @fromtenttotakeoff. Where to find me: Blog: http://www.emilymkrause.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com ..read more

Are you planning a trip to London with Kids? London is the perfect first international trip for families from the United States, and there are so many incredible family-friendly activities to do in this beautiful city! Today's guest, Keri Baugh from Bon Voyage with Kids is sharing her best tips and tricks for planning the perfect family vacation in London!  We'll discuss her 5-day itinerary for London, where to stay, what to eat, and some tips for first time visitors. Where to find Keri: Bon Voyage With Kids Five Days In London Itinerary With Kids Instagram.com/bonvoyagewkids Facebook.com ..read more

My top tips for surviving long haul flights or overnight flights with young children.  We'll cover how to prepare and what to pack, whether you should get the bassinet seat, and how to help kids sleep comfortably on a plane.  Blog Post: TIps for Flying with A Two-Year-Old Toddler Blog Post: Tips for Flying with A One-Year-Old Toddler Blog Post: 55 Best Airplane Toys, Game, and Activities for Toddlers Luggage Cart: affiliate link Safety 1st Jive 2-In-1 Convertible Car Seat: affiliate link Zoe Tour+ Stroller: affiliate link Instagram: @amomexplores  TikTok: @amomexplores A Mo ..read more

In today's episode I'm welcoming Kirsten Maxwell from Kids Are A Trip to help me come up with summer vacation ideas for families! The categories are: beach, cities, road trip, outdoors/nature. We’re each going to suggest a few options for each category! Beach: San Diego:  - https://kidsareatrip.com/best-kid-friendly-summer-activities-san-diego-california/) Sanibel/Captiva - https://www.emilymkrause.com/blog/2019/3/21/family-travel-guide-to-the-beaches-of-fort-myers-amp-sanibel  Orange Beach/Gulf Shores Alabama  Paros, Greece - https://www.emilymkrause.com/blog/best-t ..read more

In today's episode I'm spilling all the tea about what it's like to be a travel content creator Do I travel for free? How do I earn money? What does a typical work day or week look like? What do trips look like as a travel content creator? How can you get started? Be sure to subscibe to stay up to date on all of my best travel with kids tips, behind-the-scenes stories, and destination guides. Instagram: @amomexplores  TikTok: @amomexplores A Mom Explores Blog ..read more

This week's episode will walk you through a 7-day road trip through Southern California, including Los Angeles (kind of), Carlsbad and LEGOLAND California, La Jolla, San Diego, and Palm Springs. Sand Diego is one of the most kid-friendly destinations in the United States with the world-famous San Diego Zoo, countless museums, theme parks, beaches, and more. See the sea lions in their natural habitat at La Jolla Cove. Go hiking and see the beautiful Southern California coastline. Have a day all about the kids at LEGOLAND California, and stay at the Castle Hotel in LEGOLAND for some immersive fu ..read more

In today's episode we're talking about how to pack light when traveling with kids! I've spent years perfecting my system to avoid overpacking when you have babies, toddlers, and young children. It's definitely not easy, and takes a lot of work upfront, but I find it makes the trip more relaxing and enjoyable when you bring less STUFF. Links: Amazon Packing Light Idea List: https://amzn.to/3wpFr8Y Zoe Stroller:   https://glnk.io/zlzjm/amomexplores  Be sure to subscibe to stay up to date on all of my best travel with kids tips, behind-the-scenes stories, and destination guides. In ..read more

In today's episode, I'm answering questions you submitted on Instagram stories! If you're not already following my Instagram @amomexplores, be sure to follow along there for behind the scenes, play by play updates on our trips, and even more tips for travel with kids. Mentioned in the episode: Zoe Stroller:   https://glnk.io/zlzjm/amomexplores  Be sure to subscibe to stay up to date on all of my best travel with kids tips, behind-the-scenes stories, and destination guides. Instagram: @amomexplores  TikTok: @amomexplores A Mom Explores Blog ..read more