Traveling by car can be both the best and worst travel method. Though traveling by plane or train may be a more time efficient option, it’s not always the most cost efficient – especially for multiple people. As a mid-west family, traveling by car is pretty much our life. Whether it be to the nearest grocery store or to work, commuting for many people is the only option. Here are some tips and tricks we’ve learned over our lifetimes on…
We do not receive any commission or reimbursement from the companies or products that we mention in this post. Plenty of destinations have great public transportation systems. In many situations, we’ve used them and they generally work great – especially the ones with tourists in mind. However, for most places within the United States, public transportation is spotty at best. This is probably why most people rent a car when they travel. Car rental places can be tricky. What one…
Traveling with an anxiety disorder is tough. Cars can be cramped, airports are packed and busy, flights can be canceled or delayed. Let’s face it, all kinds of things feel like they could go wrong. Our family is no stranger to anxiety – especially when traveling with our child. However, we’ve learned some things that can reduce travel anxiety, and we’d like to share them with you. If you have meds, don’t forget them! Sometimes just knowing you have your…
The Black Hills area in South Dakota is probably one of the most wholesome family vacations you can take. We have been there 3 times, actually. We even ended up going to South Dakota for our honeymoon. I know… super romantic… right? There is no better way to test a new marriage than to be stuck in a car with your new spouse for several hours, feeling there is no end in sight. But as you may be able to…
In this day and age, having tech with you while traveling is a no brainer – even if it’s just your smartphone. However, for most people, they take their phone, laptop, tablet, smart watch, and many other devices. Needless to say, these can be a hassle to carry, not to mention the headaches you’ll get having to separate these devices while going through TSA. But let’s be honest, do you really need all that stuff? Or are you just trying…