Travel With Kids

Celebrity mom Holly Robinson Peete talks travel and more

Katie Kavulla — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 09:00:00 -0800

Holly Robinson Peete's love for travel runs deep, thanks to time spent traveling internationally as a teenager. Now, as a mom herself, Holly shares her love for international travel with her own children, with other kids from across the country and with SheKnows readers. Find out why Holly is so passionate about helping kids have the opportunity to travel abroad, what her own family loves to do when they get away and even her hilarious must-have travel item!

10 Awesome places to visit this Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Sarah W. Caron — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 08:30:00 -0800

Your kids are probably off for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, but what are you going to do to really celebrate its meaning? These 10 destinations are great places to head that day to learn about the man and the civil rights movement.

Holiday travel: Tips for keeping kids occupied

Elaina Verhoff — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 01:14:00 -0800

What's the secret to enjoying holiday travel with kids? Keep them busy! Whether you're hopping on a plane or buckling in for a long holiday road trip, busy kids are happy kids.

Destination cities perfect for parents with babies

Mary Fetzer — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 01:10:00 -0700

You need to get away, but the thought of traveling with a baby is overwhelming! You're not alone, and that's why it's important to find a destination that is suitable for you and your little one.

The daddy packhorse: Tips for air travel with kids

Christy Pogorelac — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 02:05:00 -0700

When traveling with kids, it's almost impossible to over-prepare. Think ahead, make a travel plan and make sure you give yourself plenty of extra time -- the most valuable asset for any kids-included excursion. Below are 10 packing tips that are geared to making travel time easier on you and enjoyable for your little travel buddy.

Beach safety tips

Maria Mora — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0700

Keep kids safe at the beach this summer. Discover tips for sun safety and water safety to make sure your summer excursion goes swimmingly.

Simple tips for road trips with kids

Debra Ferrie — Fri, 04 May 2012 13:00:00 -0700

Taking a road trip with the kids this summer? Road trips are a wonderful way to explore the country, learn about new places and enjoy family bonding time. Read on for nine tips to make your journey safer, better and more fun.

Child treated as terrorist at airport

Monica Beyer — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 07:50:00 -0700

The TSA has made the news again, this time allegedly treating a 4-year-old girl like a terrorist when she gave her unscreened grandma a hug. Her mom has complained, but the TSA operates with our national security in mind. Who is right? Read on and decide for yourself.

Toddler tantrum forces airplane turnaround

Monica Beyer — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 16:15:00 -0800

When can a 2-year-old girl stop an airplane? When she throws such a huge tantrum before takeoff that the pilot and his crew are forced to turn the plane around and boot the family from the flight. Was the airline in the right or did they encroach on this family's right to fly?

Families around the world: Life in Paris

Katie Kavulla — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 09:00:00 -0800

Can you imagine packing up your family and moving abroad? The thought may very well give you a slight panic attack or it may induce a little spark of curiosity. Either way, Families Around the World will give you a sneak-peek at American families who are living abroad -- from far off exotic places such as Abu Dhabi in the Middle East to the bustling metropolis of Rome and everywhere in between. Stay tuned for a look at what life is like raising a family away from home.

Celebrating the holidays away from home

Katie Kavulla — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:00:00 -0800

For many families, being away from home at the holidays is inevitable. Whether you're staying with grandparents on the other side of the country for Christmas or celebrating Hanukkah in the sunshine this year, here are ways to keep your holiday traditions alive, even away from home.

Best family cruise destinations

Molly Cerreta Smith — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 05:37:00 -0700

When you're cruising with the whole gang, you want to ensure that your destination has something fun and interesting for everyone in your family. Check out this list of the best family-cruise destinations.

7 Unique family vacation destinations

Mary Fetzer — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 09:29:00 -0700

Tired of the been-there-done-that family vacations? If you’re ready to move past amusement parks and vacation resorts, we’ve got some getaway ideas for you!

Young children and amusement park vacations

Armin Brott — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 06:15:00 -0700

How can you make your family vacation to an amusement park/theme park fun for everyone? Our fatherhood expert, Armin Brott, author of Father for Life, has some advice for your theme park visit!

Tips for traveling alone with the kids

Sarah W. Caron — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 10:42:00 -0700

Taking a trip alone with the kids? As a mom, sweeping the kids off for a fun and relaxing trip can be an awesome adventure, but it can also be a little scary. Here’s how to have fun and be safe.

Family vacations: Dealing with the unexpected

Jen Klein — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 15:17:00 -0700

For all the planning and anticipation, sometimes vacations don't go quite as planned. Maybe it's the weather, the hotel, a stomach virus or any one of a number of things. Sometimes it's things you can control, and sometimes it's things you can't. Sometimes it's simply undue expectations that make a perfectly fine vacation feel not quite perfect. Whatever it is, you may find yourself needing to salvage a family vacation.

Travel kits for kids: 15 ideas

SheKnows Parenting Editors — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 22:18:00 -0700

Most kids love going on vacation, but long car rides can be a bore. Here are some tips on assembling fun and inexpensive travel kits which will have your child looking forward to your road trip!

Top travel toys for kids

Kim Grundy — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 07:34:00 -0700

Travel toys are a must when traveling with kids. Whether you are traveling by car, airplane, train or boat, check out our pick of the best travel toys for kids of all ages.

10 Gadgets that make family vacation easier

Michelle Maffei — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 14:22:00 -0700

It seems like a game of "I Spy" just doesn't go as far as it did when you were a kid on the open road with your family. Instead of resigning to a trip filled with sibling bickering and "are we there yet?" questions, discover ten gadgets that make family vacation easier by keeping kids entertained for the whole round trip!

Go wild! Volunteer vacations to help wildlife

Sandy Smith — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 11:23:00 -0800

Stumped for something fun and original to do on your next family vacation? If your clan is a pack of animal-lovers with a taste for exotic destinations, take a volunteer vacation to work with wildlife. Your family will have the wildest time of your lives and accomplish something worthwhile on one of the following wildlife volunteer vacation adventures.

Should kids be limited to families-only section on airplanes?

Kim Grundy — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:03:00 -0700

A recent poll by Skyscanner revealed that almost 60 percent of travelers would prefer that airlines make families with children sit in family-only sections on flights. In addition, almost 20 percent would prefer to fly on child-free flights altogether! We know that some kids are loud and obnoxious on airplanes, but so are some adult passengers. Although many parents wouldn’t mind sitting in a families-only section, not all fliers agree. Here's how to make sure your child is on his best behavior when flying.