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Tips for Traveling with Kids

What Makes a Campsite Kid-friendly?

by: Jessica Nugent and LiLing Pang, February 02 2011

What Makes a Campsite Kid-friendly? - kids travel tips, kids activities tips
Campsites are definitely not created equal and when it comes to camping with kids, the differences are even more apparent.  Most Important Kid-friendly Criteria - No Hilly Drop Off If I have a choice, the one thing I try to avoid most is a campsite with a hilly drop off so my youngster has more freedom to run around safely.   You can usually call the park to ask your questions about the peculiarities of their various sites.

Kid-friendly Camping Recipes

by: Jessica Nugent and LiLing Pang

Depending of whether you enjoy cooking or not, cooking on an open fire can be a fun challenge for a cook.
Kid-friendly Camping Recipes - family travel tip

What are Good Toys to Bring Along Camping?

by: Jessica Nugent and LiLing Pang

First things first, do you even need to bring toys along when camping? Truly, one of the best things about camping is that kids of all ages re-learn how to amuse themselves with the simplest things.
What are Good Toys to Bring Along Camping? - family travel tip

How do I Feed Baby While Camping?

by: Jessica Nugent and LiLing Pang

If you're still breastfeeding baby, you'll have no problem feeding your baby while camping.
How do I Feed Baby While Camping? - family travel tip

How can I Help my Baby to Sleep While Camping?

by: Jessica Nugent and LiLing Pang

Sleep is a huge issue for most families.  So many of the woes in your child's first few year's of life revolve around helping them sleep well.
How can I Help my Baby to Sleep While Camping? - family travel tip

What is the Best Age to Start Camping with My Baby or Young Kids

by: Jessica Nugent and LiLing Pang

Whether you have a baby, a toddler or a preschooler, the sooner you start camping with them, the better.  Our son had his first tent camping experience at 6 months of age.
What is the Best Age to Start Camping with My Baby or Young Kids - family travel tip

Camping for The First Time with Baby or Young Kids

by: Jessica Nugent and LiLing Pang

 My husband and I started tent camping at campgrounds together as a couple on a fourth of July holiday (many years ago).  Both of us were brand new to camping but were excited to try it out.
Camping for The First Time with Baby or Young Kids - family travel tip

Viva Mexico with a Baby!

by: Jaime Turnbull Hyatt

It was the middle of winter in Vancouver and two feet of snow covered the ground.
Viva Mexico with a Baby! - family travel tip

Adventure with Kids on Bikes - Can They Do It? Don't Even Doubt Them!

by: Family On Bikes

About the Author:  Nancy and John Sathre-Vogel have been traveling with their two sons on bikes for the last three years. Their bike journey began in Alaska and will end in Argentina.
Adventure with Kids on Bikes - Can They Do It?  Don't Even Doubt Them! - family travel tip

Travel Agents for Families

by: Esther Lee

For families who prefer the luxury of using a travel agent, these are some of Trekaroo's favorites when it comes to traveling with kids.   Vacationkids.c

Tips on Travel Safety for Your Child's Lovey

by: LiLing Pang

I just couldn’t believe it!  Why wasn’t TY making Bunnybears in green anymore?
Tips on Travel Safety for Your Child's Lovey - family travel tip

Family Fun in North Carolina

by: Timothy J Reilly

Charlotte, the largest city in North Carolina, is a wonderful place to visit, and has a lot to offer for all ages at any time of the year due to abundant sunshine and warm seasonal temperatures.
Family Fun in North Carolina - family travel tip

Travel Resources

by: Trekaroo

Here is a list of other websites to help you plan your next trip.
Travel Resources - family travel tip

Traveling with a Family of 5 or 6

by: Esther Lee

With just one child, traveling is already a big deal. Moms who take care of 3 kids or more like minnemom and 4sixsuit are my heroines.
Traveling with a Family of 5 or 6 - family travel tip

10 Tips For Taking Stunning Family Vacation Photos

by: Bridget Stern

Finally, you are on vacation. Of course you want to come home with a memory card full of pictures that document the exciting travels you’ve shared as a family.
10 Tips For Taking Stunning Family Vacation Photos - family travel tip

Kids Underground: California Cave Adventures

by: Karen Misuraca

If your family has never toured underground caverns, you’ll be fascinated by how beautiful they are.
Kids Underground:  California Cave Adventures  - family travel tip

Maui and the Mighty Humpback Whale

by: Julie Applebaum-DeMello

One thing you’re sure to notice immediately upon arrival is Maui’s fascination with the mighty humpback whale.
Maui and the Mighty Humpback Whale - family travel tip

Day Tripping to Haleakala Crater

by: Julie Applebaum-DeMello

All roads in Maui lead to Haleakala Crater, a trip that Maui visitors should include on their itinerary.
Day Tripping to Haleakala Crater - family travel tip

Sunrise atop Haleakala Crater

by: Julie Applebaum-DeMello

You can tour this area by air, foot, car, horse, and bicycle—all are great and offer fantastic scenery.
Sunrise atop Haleakala Crater - family travel tip

What's new with Roo?

by: The Trekaroo Team

We're glad to have you here and we hope you enjoy your stay.  We've created this area to keep you abreast of what is going on with the alpha release.
What's new with Roo? - family travel tip

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