If you’re visiting Amman with teens, you might be wondering what there is for teenagers to actually do in Jordan’s capital. I’ve taken my kids to Jordan close to a dozen times, from when they were little to now as teenagers, and we’ve spent months living in Amman. These are the things my teens actually […]
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Star Clippers Review: Tall Ship Sailing in the Caribbean With a Teen
There’s something undeniably romantic about the idea of sailing the Caribbean on a tall ship. Real sails. Open decks. Salt air. A slower pace. The kind of travel that feels like stepping back into the golden age of sailing, when towering masts and wind-filled sails were the only way to cross the sea. That authenticity […]
What Makes a Hotel Memorable for Kids? Loews Has a New Idea
My kids have never talked about how comfortable a hotel bed was or how many loyalty points we earned from a stay. But years later, they still remember the treasure hunts, the telescopes, and the art projects they proudly brought home. Why Families Are Looking for More Than a Kids Club As I discovered more […]
The Best Souvenirs From Greece (And What I’d Skip Next Time)
Greece is one of those destinations where souvenir shopping becomes part of the travel experience itself. From tiny whitewashed boutiques tucked into island alleyways to bustling markets in Athens, it is almost impossible not to come home with a suitcase that is a little fuller than when you arrived. When I traveled to Greece with […]
The Best Trips We Took at Every Age (From Toddlers to Teens)
Family travel looks completely different at every age — these are the trips that stood out most along the way. One of the things nobody really tells you about family travel is that the way you experience the world with your children changes constantly as they grow. I have always made travel a part of […]
Best Trips for Teen Boys (That MY Kids Actually Loved)
When my boys were little, travel was all about finding the most “kid-friendly” spaces in destinations all over the world. We searched for playgrounds, kids’ clubs, and meals that would keep everyone happy. But in the last year, everything has changed. While they still want me to take them to an all-inclusive with friends, the […]