Summer has officially arrived, and for me, this one feels like it’s going to be big—full of movement, people I’ve missed, places I’ve never been, and memories waiting to be made. Between solo adventures, travel with my daughter, a romantic getaway, and reunions with old friends, I’ve packed this season with the kind of experiences…
(With Helpful Links to Make Packing Easier) Weekends can be tricky as a solo parent. You want to make memories and explore—but not at the cost of your sanity. I’ve learned that day trips are the sweet spot: easy, flexible, and logistically manageable with a kid in tow. Here are four day trip destinations that…
Choosing a hotel used to be all about location — now, as a solo parent and frequent traveler, I know the real deal-breakers are space, breakfast, and a good bathroom. Location Still Matters — But It’s Not Everything There was a time when I picked hotels almost purely based on location. The closer to the…
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.…