We calm the chaos so you can enjoy the adventure
Cruise Ducks: Simple Fun for all
Hiding ducks isn’t just about finding something cute on board. It’s a chance for kids to learn about giving, not just receiving.
Journal: Family time in Yosemite National Park
A story about sharing Yosemite with my two young kids
Must follow packing tips for traveling with children
Vacation is approaching and you begin to wonder how you will pack your belongings but also pack for your children. Take a deep breath. Thinking about packing is worse than actually doing it. I am constantly in a state of packing and unpacking as we travel so frequently with our two children. Here are useful tips to help you on your way and to give you the confidence to get the packing done.
Heading to Hawaii on vacation with your baby? Rent a cabana.
My family recently spent 10 nights at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa in Hawaii. Traveling with an infant can be challenging. However, if you make a few key decisions, traveling can be a breeze. One of those decisions was renting a cabana at the resort; I’d say that this is a must for traveling with a family as it provides many key benefits. Read about the benefits as well as insider cabana tips for Sheraton Maui at Black Rock.
Tips for Traveling Solo with an infant
My husband and I were planning a trip from the West coast to the East coast for a few days to visit my parents. However, I decided that I wanted my 6-month old son to spend more time with his grandparents. My husband couldn’t take more time off of work, so I made a decision. I was going to fly by myself with our son.
It would be my son’s third trip back East. I traveled with him before, but never on my own. I knew that once I got there, my parents would be waiting for us with open arms, ready to help. However, I wanted to get there with as little stress as possible.
Best vacation songs of all time
As I sit here in non-vacation mode day dreaming about being on vacation, I often dream about sitting on my verandah looking out over the sea, fully relaxed with a my favorite drink, listening to some of my favorite music. Which then leads me to this, what IS in fact the very best music to listen to while on a cruise? What should I load my playlist up with before heading out?
Welcome 2012!
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2011 was an exciting year for me with the launch of my FreshCruiser website, blog, and twitter feed. I worked hard to define my niche with the goals of writing about something I love, cruising! Writing about fun, active and healthy cruising has been wonderful and I love these aspects of the cruise industry. I'm looking forward to the year ahead and hope you'll enjoy reading!
Wishing you a Happy & Healthy New Year filled with visiting new places and experiencing new cultures!