We had a great time during our recent stay at Al Natural Resort on Isla Bastimentos, Bocas del Toro, Panama, but it was our first time vacationing on a remote tropical island and we weren’t completely prepared for the reality on the ground. It’s sort of like Gilligan’s Island except with a few more bungalows. … Read more
We absolutely love our Amazon Fire tablets for family travel. In fact, we’ve acquired a full “family set” over the years! Carrying our tablets lightens our load by cutting out some of the other entertainment (and edutainment) options we might otherwise bring, and you all know we prefer to pack light. For our family, our … Read more
LA is a world-class tourism destination to be sure: an amazing foodie scene, perfect weather, reasonably nice beaches, the seemingly-pervasive culture of “the industry” and more than enough aspiration to go around. But there are plenty of stops on the typical circuit that belong in a particular category: L.A. tourist traps that people still keep … Read more
Confession: I’m a gear nut. I love all sorts of gear, I love testing it, I love finding the perfect piece of kit for every situation. Luggage is certainly no exception, and I have a real soft spot for backpacks. But like you (if you’re reading this), backpacks present a unique challenge for me: I’m … Read more
Are you shopping for the best travel backpack for women? I was! I checked out some of the best travel backpacks for women and there really is nothing like feeling a product in your hands and putting it through its paces in your own home. I happened to have our clothes packed for our upcoming … Read more
Visiting the France this fall? See what to wear in Paris in October (plus ideas for September and November) and what to bring to Paris beyond clothes.