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Observation
One of my favorite Travel Show hosts to watch was always Anthony Bourdain.
I’m not a big foodie, but I loved his honesty, his curiosity, and his ability to be present with different cultures in such a way where his own biases and beliefs didn’t take away from the experience. He was open minded, and he saw the beauty in everything in a very gritty way.
I aspire to travel like that.
To see things the way they are and not try to impose. But to still speak and write with honesty.
Hotel Perks You Didn’t Know You Could Get (And Why You Should Book with a Travel Advisor)
When you book directly through a travel advisor (like me!!!!), you can often unlock hotel perks you didn’t even know existed.
Things like:
Complimentary room upgrades
Free breakfast or food credits
Late check-out or early check-in
Welcome goodies
And just plain better service (seriously, hotels LOVE working with advisors—it makes us all look good)
And no, this doesn’t cost you extra. In fact, it can often save you money and time!
Preview of Universal Epic Universe Before Grand Opening
Preview of Universal Epic Universe Before Grand Opening!
The Bond Voyage Podcast is LIVE!!!
Each Monday on the Bond Voyage Podcast, I’ll be sharing stories about how travel can bring families closer, along with simple, practical tips to make your trips more joyful and intentional. I’ll also dive into topics like emotional growth, connection, and family togetherness — because it’s not just about where we go, it’s about how we grow along the way.
I will be sharing some of my own travel stories and soon plan to invite other families on the show to share how and why they travel too!
Hot Limited Time Only Cancun Deals for Families!
Dreaming of a family vacation to Cancun? NOW is the time to book with these AMAZING deals! But hurry, they are limited time only!
5 Epic Travel Ideas for Families Who Love to Explore
Every family connects differently — and if your family bonds through adventure, discovery, and shared challenges, chances are you’re natural-born Explorers.
Exploring together isn’t just about seeing new places.
It’s about building trust, sharing new experiences, and growing closer through every twist, turn, and trail.
If you’re craving a trip that’s as adventurous as your family, here are five destinations that are perfect for Explorer families
Travel Deals
If you are looking for travel deals, I want you to know where you can find them…
The Brain on the Road: Why Travel Boosts Emotional Intelligence in Kids
The other day, my son and I talked about how he had been learning German on Duolingo. Then he asked me what languages I had been learning. I told him French and Spanish.
We talked about how in different types of the world, the same language can be so incredibly different. This led to a conversation about my grandmother speaking “Cajun French,” and then quickly turned into a mini history lesson about how cajuns in Louisiana were forced out of Canada and immigrated here. A moment of pure emotional‑intelligence gold.
“I’m late. I’m late. To a very important date!”
This morning, I read a post in a Facebook group where someone thought their vacation was off to a bad start...
It had taken their transportation services over 40 minutes to get their luggage...
They were at the very beginning of their Disney World Vacation...
The Brain on the Move: How Travel Fuels Neuroplasticity in Children
Imagine your child's brain lighting up with every new experience during a family trip. Travel isn't just a leisure activity; it's a powerful tool that fosters cognitive development, emotional growth, and stronger family connections.
You may be wondering, what is Neuroplasticity? And why is it important to my child?
My Travel Story (a summarized version)
I remember, as a young girl, sitting in the backseat of my mom’s car and telling my mom, “God didn’t make this great big world for me to not see it all.”