While traveling the open road with kids in tow, there is always the possibility someone will get carsick. In the confined, close quarters of a family car, that is not a pleasant experience for anyone. By taking a few simple precautions, parents can help their child feel better, and make everyone happier.
For an older child, [...]

Managing your child’s medications while traveling can be the difference between a full and fun filled trip or cutting the vacation short to go home. Forgetting medications could even result in an emergency room trip in a strange city.
Pack your child’s medication in an accessible, easy to remember place within the vehicle. Do not store [...]

When you think of vacation in Martha’s Vineyard, seldom do you picture happy, active children enjoying vacation with mom and dad. But, that is just what you’ll find. Martha’s Vinyard isn’t just for adults anymore.
Younger children will feel right at home watching the ebb and flow of the Atlantic Ocean  from the lawn of Winnetu. [...]

What do you do when the unthinkable happens?  What do you do when the family reaches their destination, ready to begin their vacation, only to discover that the most important family member (next to mommy, of course) didn’t arrive alongside everyone else?
We’re talking, of course, of the Favorite Toy–the scuffed and battered teddy bear that [...]

Jet Lag leaves adults tired, cranky and many times, physically ill. For children the adjustment from one time zone to another is even more difficult. Young children, especially, are very sensitive to any changes in their schedules and react poorly to sudden time differences.
Avoiding jet lag for your children makes good sense for everyone.
If traveling [...]

A sick or injured child can turn a fun filled family vacation into a disaster. Prepare for the unpredictable before you leave home.
If anyone in your family takes prescription, over the counter medication, or supplements regularly, be sure you have enough on hand for the trip. You may not be able to find them in [...]

Hotel cribs can be a real time and space saver. With limited room in the vehicle and long hours driving, it’s always nice to arrive at your hotel and find baby’s crib set up and waiting. But, to ensure baby’s safety through the night, take a few minutes to make sure the crib meets safety [...]

A pleasant walk is often the perfect way to see the sights on vacation, and most kids will enjoy the journey.  Just remember to keep the kids and their needs in mind while out for your stroll.
Toddlers will enjoy exploring at their level–poking in the dirt, pointing out flowers and spider webs, basically getting muddy [...]

When traveling by train or bus with small children, safety is a crucial factor.
In the station lobby, keep children close by.  Places like crowded airports and bustling train stations are very popular hangouts for purse snatchers and pickpockets, and an unsupervised child might be a very tempting target.
Don’t let your luggage out of sight, either.  [...]

When traveling out of the United States, your child, regardless of age, will need his/her own passport. To obtain a passport you will need to go to your local passport office and fill out the required forms. You will be required to show proof of identification for yourself and your child.
You can apply for a [...]