The Ferry Family
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Southern Iceland: Travel Itinerary and Tips
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On our recent trip to Iceland, we had three days to explore before our cruise left Reykjavik. We dedicated our first day to the Golden Circle, and after doing some research, we were interested in seeing Southern Iceland on our second day. We quickly discovered that some of the most…
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First Disney Cruise? All the Things to Know for your First DCL Trip
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I will never forget the first time we took our oldest son on a Disney cruise. He was around 14 months old. I have vivid memories of him waddling around the ship on unsteady legs in a Mickey Mouse costume, rubbing noses with Stitch, and shouting “Donald Duck” on repeat.…
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The Golden Circle: Tips for Touring Iceland’s Scenic Driving Route
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The Golden Circle is Iceland’s most famous scenic driving route, featuring some of the country’s most popular natural attractions. This iconic loop begins and ends in the capital, Reykjavik. The route’s three main draws are Þingvellir (pronounced Thingvellir) National Park, the Geysir Geothermal Area, and Gullfoss waterfall. The Golden Circle…
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Travel with Kids 101: Sleeping Tips for Babies, Toddlers, and Kids
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A Ferry Tale Flop It is 1 AM in Reykjavik, and although my body still thinks it is just 9 PM, I have managed to sleep for a couple of hours already—that is, until my 5-year-old suddenly taps my arm. Why is he up at 1 AM when he was…
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Visiting the Grand Canyon with Kids: Tips for Families
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This guide offers insights for families planning trips, highlighting the best visiting times, travel routes, and activities suitable for different age groups. Lodging options, safety tips, and the differentiation in experiences based on children’s age are detailed to help families maximize their visit.
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New River Gorge National Park: Guide for Kids of All Ages
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West Virginia is a state filled with natural wonder. The Appalachian Mountains offer dramatic vistas around each curve in the road. However, I would hazard a guess that when most people (beyond those in neighboring states) make their travel bucket lists, West Virginia is not at the top. Yet, the…
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Vacation Packing Tips: How to Maximize Suitcase Space
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I once dragged two massive bags filled with 6-months-worth of clothing and supplies all alone down the dark streets of a town in a foreign country. I was seriously wishing I had not packed so much when I arrived a couple of blocks later at the Bed and Breakfast where…
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The 5-4-3-2-1 Method: Minimizing Packing for the Whole Family
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A few years ago, I was desperately searching for ideas on how to minimize packing clothes for a 16-day trip abroad. I probably spent hours online researching packing tips, but I was not finding the answers I wanted. What I was really hoping for was some kind of formula that…
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Why Travel with Kids is Worth It: Overcoming Common Obstacles
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J and I were newlyweds, freshly back from our honeymoon in Ireland. Although plenty of people asked about the trip, I will never forget what one lady said to me: “Enjoy traveling while you can. Once you have kids, you won’t be able to.” I remember feeling suddenly (and maybe…
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
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Planning around Eruptions Around 4 months before we were due to visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (NP) on the big island of Hawaii, I received a text from my sister asking if I had seen the news that a volcano was erupting there. I pulled up the National Park webpage…