5 Reasons to Take a Second Honeymoon

Posted on Nov 10, 2015

Remember that first honeymoon? Before the babymoon, the mortgage, the school payments, the mini-van… When we were carefree, eating whenever/whatever WE wanted too, waking up to our own internal clock, flowing at our own pace… together with our life mates. Then the time arrived to start a family and together you excitedly jumped on board the family train! As incredible as that journey is, it is common to get lost and out of touch with...

Family Travel Vlog from Koro Sun Resort, Fiji

Posted on Nov 9, 2015

The 309 Deli in Hatfield PA

Posted on Nov 6, 2015

Meet Sheryl, the mama behind The 309 Deli in Hatfield, Pennsylvania. It is only just recently that I met this beautiful woman face-to-face. Prior to that morning, Sheryl was a kind voice on the phone that answered when I needed someone, helped me and went above and beyond the call of duty… for a complete stranger. Curious? Let me explain… Hubby’s family is from Pennsylvania. In August of this year, his step-father passed at the age of...

5 Days Til Fiji!

Posted on Nov 4, 2015

Remember way back in March when I told you we would be headed to Fiji soon? Well, after many months of planning, we are 5 days away from taking a trip that I have dreamed about since I was a child. I can’t wait to experience the exotic sites, smells, and tastes with the adventure and romance of Fiji. 3 amazing resorts are sponsoring us to come visit Fiji for a second honeymoon and share our experience with you! Here, have a look at...

5 Life Lessons My Childhood Travel Taught Me

Posted on Oct 31, 2015

Some of my happiest memories as a kid are from when our family was traveling. My mother had us booked on all kinds of adventures for most weekends and vacations and we loved it! At the time, I just enjoyed the ride – mostly! But now, looking back, I realize that our travels had a much bigger impact on me than I thought. Here are 5 Life Lessons My Childhood Travel Taught Me #1 of 5 Life Lessons My Childhood Travel Taught Me To broaden...

A Fall Day Trip – Apple Picking in Oak Glen, CA

Posted on Oct 27, 2015

One of my favorite fall traditions growing up back east was to go apple picking. I have such fond memories of us gathering together as a family to go walk among trees bearing delicious, life-giving fruit for us to pick and eat. Laughing together, helping each other and then spending days making every kind of apple recipe we could find. Of course I want to share this experience with my kids. Just because we are west coasters now does...

6 Things You Never Need To Pack When Traveling

Posted on Oct 23, 2015

Everyone is always telling us what we need to pack. When you are packing for families, the lists can get quite long and the feeling that you are forgetting something never quite goes away! So, instead of adding to the list, here I am going to share 6 things you never need to pack when traveling. Today, we are going to shorten the packing list! 6 Things You Never Need To Pack When Traveling #1 of Things You Never Need To Pack When...

Our Malibu Staycation – Mama Loves Family Travel

Posted on Oct 20, 2015

Mama Loves Family Travel – Our Malibu Staycation

Posted on Oct 18, 2015

Family Travel is not about how far you go, or even where you go. Family Travel is about taking time to explore and experience something new together as a family. Even if it is right in your own town! There are so many fun things here in Malibu that we have always wanted to check out and never seem to have the time to do. So we decided it would be fun to check into The Malibu Beach Inn for a weekend staycation… and to share it all with...

6 Spooky Family Travel Ideas

Posted on Oct 7, 2015

I know, I know, you have never really thought of Halloween as a good time for travel. But the fact of the matter is that it really is a great time for family travel! Being that Halloween falls on the shoulder season for many resorts, there are awesome last-minute deals to be found everywhere. Book a last-minute flight, Save big with these hot lodging deals at Expedia.com, plan a road trip someplace creepy or grab tickets to a local...