Gear

Down-to-earth gear recommendations based on our family’s real-world lived experience traveling globally with kids.

How to pack for a family trip with kids?

Pack 1 bag per person That’s right. Here’s how to pack for a family trip: Pack 1 bag per person ...
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The Serenity Prayer for Packing

A Serenity Prayer for Packing? That’s right. Here’s why. You might be familiar with the Serenity Prayer. It has various ...
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10 apps for Japan trips

Our family has visited Japan multiple times and use these apps on every trip Here are the essential apps we ...
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Learners and Makers Family Packing List for Women, Men & Kids

How to pack for short family trips and long-term travel… and the most important thing to leave behind Over-packing can ...
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Take a travel journal tour and start your favorite souvenir

Japanese eki stamps, stickers, and more: Check out our travel journal and why it’s our favorite souvenir A travel journal ...
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Modl Infinity Tool: This replaced duct tape, carabiners, and straps

No towel hooks? No problem. During a year in Asia, we kept turning to our Modl Infinity Tool to solve ...
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The family travel medical insurance we’ve auto-renewed since 2022

Even if we never use our coverage abroad, at least it’s easy to buy and renew for our family of ...
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Carry-on travel backpacks for kids & teens

Your traveling kid can safely and securely carry their own stuff When you think about children and backpacks, the humble, ...
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What to pack for kids and teens on vacation or long-term travel?

Our family’s secret: We didn’t pack for a year, we packed for a week What to pack for kids and ...
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Travel dresses with pockets: Jodie’s globetrotting wardrobe [2024 update]

This globetrotting mama travels steamy climates in merino wool dresses. Here’s why. Our family of four is traveling the warm ...
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