Planning a big international trip sounds fun—until you’re juggling it between Zoom meetings, school drop-offs, and late-night emails. As a solo parent with a full-time job, here’s how I actually manage to plan complex travel (and stay sane-ish while doing it). 🕒 1. Start Sooner Than You Think You Need To The earlier you start,…

Our trip to England was unforgettable—filled with history, charm, and once-in-a-lifetime memories. But if I could rewind and tweak a few parts of our itinerary, I definitely would. The Journey Home Was Too Long We flew back to the U.S. with a layover in Houston, and the total travel time clocked in at a grueling…

Spoiler: I almost did, but it was still worth it. International travel with a child as a solo parent is not for the faint of heart. It takes planning, patience, flexibility, and a decent sense of humor. But after our recent trip to England, I can say it’s 100% doable—and yes, even enjoyable. Here’s how…

Traveling through England with a child slows you down—in mostly good ways. You start noticing the tone of a place, how people treat each other, what’s easy, what’s unnecessarily hard. England surprised me with how much grace it offered in everyday moments. Here are some of the little things I noticed and really appreciated: 1.…

Stonehenge was one of the highlights of our trip—and well worth the travel it took to get there. After a few days of city-hopping, we set out on one of the most travel-heavy days of our adventure. We started the morning in Bath with breakfast at our hotel, then caught a cab to the train…

You know it’s going to be an interesting day when your taxi to Bath shows up on time—but you’re immediately concerned it might be your last ride ever. Our driver was punctual, but also deeply committed to avoiding every imperceptible pothole on the road—even if that meant veering dangerously close to oncoming traffic. I wasn’t…

After a few exciting and fast-paced days in the city, we were ready for something quieter and more picturesque—and Bourton-on-the-Water in the Cotswolds delivered that and more. Nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, this little gem of a village has earned the nickname “the Venice of the Cotswolds,” and I now understand exactly why.…

Today we traded the hum of London for the charm and history of Oxford—and the change of pace was just what we needed. We took the train in the morning, and the moment we stepped off, the entire atmosphere felt different. Slower, quieter, but still brimming with character. Staying at the Malmaison: A Castle and…

Traveling solo with a kid isn’t always magical. We’ve both had our grumpy moments—mine on Day 1, thanks to jet lag, and hers when she didn’t want to go to Borough Market. But we talked about it. We both apologized. And that might be one of the most meaningful parts of this trip. One thing…

We started our day with a cozy breakfast at the hotel—nothing fancy, just the kind of simple start you need before a full day of exploring. Afterward, we hopped on the train to Windsor, where the town feels like something straight out of a storybook. Windsor Castle did not disappoint. It’s as grand and majestic…