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The 8 Best Portable Potties and Toilets
Summer is here, and with it comes road trips and day trips, and when you have kids, it means that, almost inevitably, at least once…
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The 12 Best Convertible Purses That Turn Into Backpacks
Looking for a new bag that’s made for a multi-tasking mom? These 12 versatile bags do double-duty, easily transforming from a purse into a backpack.…
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The Best Roof Racks and Rooftop Cargo Carriers for 2021
Summer road trips are upon us, and if you’re worried about space in the car, you may need to invest in a cargo carrier. Cargo…
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11 Swimsuit Cover Ups You Need in Your Closet Now
Let’s be real: for some of us, anything related to bathing suits can be an event on par with, say, a root canal. But once…
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The Best Period Underwear for Travel
It happens to all of us: you plan a vacation weeks or months in advance, and as it gets closer, you realize that your period…
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14 Items Under $25 That You Should Never Travel Without
Who says essential items have to be expensive? When we’re traveling, it often seems the things we rely on the most come with the smallest…
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10 Best Baby Socks (That Actually Stay On)
Hang around with a baby long enough and you’ll surely encounter one of the biggest clothing mysteries of all: the case of the vanishing baby…
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10 Best Packing Cubes for Kids and Families 2021
It’s easy for adults to take charge and do it all. But involving the kids in the packing process for a trip can make them…
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17 Best Travel Clothes for Men 2020
Heading out of town? Relax, guys, and follow our lead on what to pack. The best travel clothes for men are ones that layer well…
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8 Best Tablets for Toddlers and Kids 2021
You’re headed out for your next family trip and you’ve covered all the bases. Passports? Clothes? Medication? Tablet? Yep, we said it: tablets are becoming…
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15 Most Versatile Travel Dresses 2021
A versatile travel dress can help you stay cool on vacation, while also looking completely put together (even though it took you all of five…
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10 Best Headphones for Mom and Dad in 2021
It’s not that we don’t want to hear our kids (okay, maybe we don’t—especially when they’re fighting in the back seat). But from time to…
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7 Best Baby Sun Hats for 2021
We’re not promising these hats won’t get yanked off eventually. But their comfortable fabrics and fits gives you a better shot at keeping your little…
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6 Best Scavenger Hunt Games for Kids 2021
Scavenger hunts can rescue a rainy day on vacation, keep the kids busy on the road, or help them learn geography or get to know…
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12 Best Portable Chargers 2021
While each family travels differently, with some preferring the scenic beauty of national parks, some the art and culture of big cities, and others the…
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8 Best Beach Wagons and Carts 2021
What’s more relaxing than a day of sand and surf? The sea breeze, the warm sun, and best of all… the unimaginable amount of family…
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Beyond the Diaper Bag: 9 Best Daypacks for Traveling Families
Chances are, your family vacation will include at least one day of adventure—think hiking, cycling, kayaking, or horseback riding. That means your carry-on just won’t…
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9 Best Travel Cameras for Kids
Putting a camera in the hands of your child makes them a visual storyteller of their travels. Of course, their storytelling will become increasingly sophisticated…
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12 Best Bags for the Amusement Park
As official theme park Sherpa for our family, I know the value of a good bag that gives quick access to water bottles and snacks,…
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10 Best Travel Jeans for Women
Quick—name the most versatile piece of clothing in your wardrobe. For many moms, jeans are a must-pack item since they can be dressed down with…
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8 Best Portable Wi-Fi Hotspots
Traveling with limited internet (or without it entirely) can be difficult. Sure, you may want to unplug from work emails and social media, but you…
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10 Best Travel Pillows for Kids
The last thing you want when traveling is an uncomfortable child. Sure, you already know to have snacks, books, electronic gadgets and toys to keep…
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1 Best Kids Travel Shoes (That Do Double Duty)
There’s only so much room in your suitcase, so when packing for family vacations, you usually have to choose only a pair or two of shoes…
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What to Pack for Your Vacation Rental: 62 Essential Items to Bring (and What You Can Leave at Home)
Vacation rentals (found on sites such as VRBO, AirBnb, FlipKey, HomeAway, and TripAdvisorRentals) can be a wonderful option for family vacations, as they typically allow…
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9 Best Wrinkle-Free Travel Clothes
Travel can be demanding at times—on you and your clothes. Who wants to arrive at their destination after a long plane or car ride and…
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