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Travel Route 66: The Iconic Main Street of America

Almost 100 years ago, Route 66 established itself as one of the most famous roads in America. And then- let's be honest- the Disney movie, Cars, completely reestablished the famous road for a whole new generation! Back in its glory days, travelers enjoyed the sights...

Stress-Free Disney Planning Tips

Guest post from Laurence Brown, Travel Consultant specializing in Disney Vacations I remember taking a trip to Disney when I was younger. I still have the pictures of myself with Mickey, Donald, Pluto and other characters. I also remember being able to...

There’s Much More To Waco, Texas Than Just Magnolia Market

There is no denying, Chip and Joanna Gaines' little show Fixer Upper put Waco Texas into living rooms across America. However, the charming city was a dot on the map long before HGTV rolled in! In full disclosure, our family planned our trip to Waco based 100% on...

RE living Your Best Day Ever: Are You On Vacation?

Have you ever considered the opportunity of RE living your best day ever? It's kind of fun to think about, and it's certainly a really interesting family conversation. Right off the bat, I'll admit that I didn't think of this question. The kids and I were listening to...

Think Key West Isn’t For Families? Think Again!

Guest post by Damon Santelli Key West is known for its gorgeous beaches, happening restaurant and bar scene, and coral reefs. But did you know it is an excellent place for families to visit? As we all know, traveling as a family can be challenging. Oftentimes, the...

Junior Rangers: Things To Know About The Best National Park Program

Several years ago if you asked me about the National Park System I would have naïvely explained that our family isn't super outdoorsy. (And by "outdoorsy" I mean that we don't possess any crazy survival skills for being in the wild for extended periods of time.)...

Cruise 101: Everything You Need To Know Before Setting Sail

Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned sailor, everyone can use a little CRUISE 101 prior to setting sail. My first piece of advice for anyone considering a cruise: enlist the help of a travel agent! Unlike a typical vacation, cruises offer a long list of amenities and...

Two Super Bowl Cities Taking Over Sports

Before the game even begins, history is being made by the two Super Bowl cities representing the NFL this weekend. Boston and Los Angeles happen to be the same cities represented in this year's World Series between the Red Sox and Dodgers. And now the Patriots and...

Antigua and Barbuda: Family-Friendly Spots

Guest post from Kal Kennard Boasting numerous amazing tourist attractions, Antigua and Barbuda is considered one of the best holiday destinations for families in the Caribbean. (Side note from Mom With A Map: In case you just stumbled over that verbiage...'Antigua and...

Souvenir Ideas For Your Family Vacations

In a culture currently obsessed with Marie Kondo and her extreme decluttering lifestyle, you might find it odd that I'm giving advice on souvenir ideas. In other words, more meaningless stuff for you to purchase and then purge. But, stay tuned! It's quite the...

Renting A Car For Travel: The Pros, Cons and Worst Case Scenario

Have you ever considered renting a car for travel? Now, of course, I'm not talking about arriving at an airport and renting a car. I'm referring to renting a car to travel in on a road trip rather than driving your own vehicle. We did it for 3 different trips this...

2019: New Year, New Resolutions

It's the start of a new year, 2019. There's one thought that keeps running through my mind- it's been a while since I've interviewed for a job. That may seem like an odd place to start my New Year's Resolutions post, but stick with me. Anyway, back in the day one of...

2018: That’s A Wrap

2018. It's not often that I stare at a blank screen waiting for the words to come. But now is one of those times. *I realize as you read this, the space between that sentence and the next means nothing. But for me, it was about 2 days of hoping more words would type...

Strange Things We Bring On Family Vacations

There was a time when I thought traveling with kids meant that I'd need to pack everything but the kitchen sink. Literally, everything. Although over the years I've learned to get by with less, I still have to fess up to packing some pretty strange things every once...

Trip To Daufuskie Island: How To Plan And Prepare

If you read any of my posts about our trip to Daufuskie Island, I'm confident that you're ready to start planning your own visit! After posting pictures on social media and then sharing some blogs, I've had lots of questions about planning a trip. Since it seems to be...

Remembering George H.W. Bush: My Kids Version

Last week our family joined the nation remembering George H.W. Bush. A life well lived. What an incredible gift he was to both his own family AND our country! Of course, we shared with our children the news of his passing. Although they were not alive during his...

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade: What You Don’t See On TV

Have you ever wondered about everything you don't see on TV? Well here is the inside scoop on all the behind-the-scene stuff from the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. A few weeks ago our family had the opportunity to attend the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New...

Daufuskie Island Bucket List: You Don’t Want To Miss This…But You Could

Daufuskie Island is a hidden gem. And- like the island itself- many of the activities, businesses and restaurants are also well kept secrets. You really need a Daufuskie Island Bucket List to make sure you don't miss anything! Our family had the opportunity to visit...

New York City Christmas: A List of Must-Do Magical Experiences

New York City is fabulous. And easily one of my favorite cities to visit. However, a New York City Christmas takes it to a whole new level. It's truly over-the-top magical. When I was younger I had the opportunity to visit NYC several times during the Christmas...

Black Friday Sneak Peaks: All The Hot Travel Items I Have My Eyes On

As hard as it is to believe, the holiday season is upon us! We're in the process of packing for New York (EEK, bucket list item!) which means I need to be extra diligent looking through all of the Black Friday Sneak Peaks. This year there are SO many items being...

Daufuskie: The Island Less Traveled

Our family just returned from our first trip to Daufuskie Island. As I stare at this blank page and wonder how I can possibly put into words the charm of this little place, a familiar poem comes to mind. Remember the one by Robert Frost, The Road Not Taken? It's often...

When The Best Travel Moments Aren’t The Ones You Plan…

I am a compulsive planner. In fact, I actually have to plan not to plan things. (Yep, it's a problem.) So imagine my genuine surprise that one of my son's all time best travel moments isn't something I planned! If you've been following Mom With A Map, you may be aware...

Why My Children Voluntarily Surrender Their Halloween Candy

Every year on Halloween night my two children voluntarily surrender their Halloween Candy. If you're wondering what this has to do with travel...keep reading. Actually, I'm totally kidding. This post has nothing to do with travel. But, I decided to take a quick break...

4 Tips to Improve Your Family Travel Experience

Guest post by Emily Hogoboom Your goals for traveling as a family are simple: enjoy yourselves, stay safe, and soak up new experiences. But how do you take your family travel experience above and beyond? You don’t want to go on an average family vacation – you want...