After one too many stubbed toes, lost sandals, and “Moooom, my feet hurt!” meltdowns in the middle of ancient ruins, I learned the hard way: not all kid shoes are made for travel. As a mom who’s schlepped car seats and cranky toddlers through airports, chased preschoolers through mountain trails, and pushed a stroller over approximately…
Imagine standing on a ridge of black volcanic rock, warm steam rising from cracks in the earth, a marshmallow slowly toasting over a fumarole while the sky glows pink behind an active volcano. Welcome to Pacaya. Just a short drive from both Antigua and Guatemala City, Volcán Pacaya offers one of the most accessible and unforgettable volcanic hiking experiences in…
Antigua, Guatemala might be known for its cobblestone charm and colorful facades—but for my kids, it was the ruins that really sparked their imagination. Wandering through centuries-old convents and cathedrals felt like stepping into a storybook. As a solo mom traveling with little ones, I wasn’t sure how much “historical sightseeing” we’d actually manage. But to…
Have you been wondering whether Valhalla Macadamia Farm near Antigua, Guatemala is worth a visit with your kids? I was right there with you, curious and a little unsure if dragging two kids out to a nut farm would be more “are we there yet?” than “wow, this is amazing!” But after spending a morning there with my family,…
Is Hobbitenango Worth Visiting with Kids? Our Honest Family Experience in Antigua, Guatemala If you’re planning a family trip to Antigua, Guatemala, chances are you’ve come across photos of whimsical hobbit houses nestled in the mountains—welcome to Hobbitenango. As a traveling family passionate about raising curious and resilient global citizens, we’re always on the lookout…
Sometimes, traveling with a baby or toddler is kind of like trying to do a complicated math problem, sleep-deprived, wearing someone else’s backpack, and singing “Wheels on the Bus” on repeat. You’re chasing adventure, while simultaneously Googling “Is baby poop supposed to look like that in Guatemala?” (Yes, this is actually in my Google history) I…
When I first started traveling internationally with little ones in tow, I got a lot of skeptical looks—and a lot of questions. “Won’t they be too young to remember?” “Isn’t it exhausting?” “Why not wait until they’re older?” I get it. Traveling with young children isn’t glamorous, and it definitely doesn’t always go to plan….
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Why I still believe in traveling with kids, even after an emergency evacuation On January 28, 2025, I stood in my home in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, knowing we were about to leave it all behind and unsure if we’d ever come back. It was surreal. Just days earlier, we had been living our…
“It’s too hard.”“They won’t remember it.”“Isn’t that dangerous?” If you’ve said (or heard) any of these, you’re in good company, we’ve heard it often too. Dragging a car seat through customs while sleep-deprived and crossing your fingers that the baby doesn’t scream through the whole flight? Not exactly what vacation dreams are made of, yet…
