April 22, 2022 Waterfall days and volcano nights in Arenal, Costa Rica During our recent spring break trip to Costa Rica, I fell madly in love with the picturesque Arenal volcano. I couldn’t stop taking pictures…
April 10, 2022 Have the family adventure of a lifetime in Costa Rica When you imagine the perfect family travel experience, what do you picture? If you answered beautiful beaches, unforgettable wildlife, thrilling volcanos and spectacular rainforests,…
February 9, 2022 It feels strange to put your child on an airplane alone Traveling alone can be an important and fun milestone for a young traveler. When I was 12, I had the thrilling experience of flying…
December 5, 2021 How to plan a dream trip to Costa Rica Do you love planning trips yourself – or would you rather have someone plan it for you? I’ve always been a do-it-yourself traveler. I…
November 19, 2021 The best souvenir I (n)ever purchased What’s the best souvenir you’ve ever purchased? We love to travel in our family, and I like to think that, over the years, I’ve…
October 14, 2021 Maui with kids is unmitigated magic It’s no secret that Maui, Hawaii is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Maui is a honeymooners’ dream and perfect for couples,…
June 11, 2021 We’re going back to the (Hawaiian) island! Ever since marathon-ing our way through the Lost series with my mini-me over the past winter, I’ve been craving a return to the Hawaiian…
May 15, 2021 Hooray for Hollywood: how to see the stars’ homes Have you ever driven around LA’s hottest neighborhoods to ogle celebrity homes? It’s really fun. My parents moved to LA when I was in…
May 7, 2021 Our three-state treasure hunt for crystals and rocks On our recent spring break trip, one thing became abundantly clear: our kiddo is obsessed with crystals and gemstones. Z has always loved rocks…
April 27, 2021 Beautiful Lake Powell: where the desert meets the water There are two places I wish we had spent more time on our recent spring break trip to Arizona: the Grand Canyon itself and…