Friends, can you believe 2021 is finally here? We all know that 2020 was a crazy year with unique challenges. We’ve relished on treasured memories from past trips, found safe adventures closer to home, and dreamed about that bucket list trip we want to take when it’s possible to do so again. As I am making my own travel plans for 2021, I’m thinking about things a little differently than I usually do. I’m focusing on taking really meaningful trips with my family and taking act

I am very functional when it comes to packing for a trip. I like to pack light so I have my hands free for reigning my crazy toddlers, so everything I pack has to have a purpose! Here are some of my tried and true must have items for every trip. These make great gifts for the travel lover on your holiday list or essentials to add to your own packing list. All of the products here are my own unbiased opinions and simply meant to help you plan for your future travels. Packing c

In November, I had a fantastic opportunity to visit the ahhh-mazing Beaches Negril Resort in Jamaica with my kiddos! I was gratefully selected by the Travel Leaders Network to experience what travel looks like right now to this beautiful island and the Beaches and Sandals Resorts. Spoiler: It’s still just as wonderful as ever. Pre-Travel Requirements Before visiting Jamaica, I took a COVID-19 test. The Jamaica Tourism Board has a list of authorized testing centers in the US o