Category: Travel With Kids

Can you believe I’ve never been to St. Louis, MO? That is until Bobby Laurie and I were invited to appear on Great Day St. Louis. What a great time! And, the hospitality! We had the pleasure of being guests of Lumiere Place Casino and hotels, if you’re planning a trip to St. Louis this […]

As a single traveler, I recommend you roll your clothes you’ll be surprised at what you can fit. But, as a family I recommend that only the parents bring suitcases. At least until everyone is big enough to lug their own suitcase, the last thing you want to do is become the family pack mule. […]

Who knew the dollar stores were such a treasure trove for travelers?! Whether you’re a frequent flier or vacationing with the family, there is something for everyone. I found all kinds of great activities for kids, from activity and coloring books to puzzles and stamp kits. Kids, as we know tend to get bored with […]

My daughters first flight happened at three weeks old. Not because I’m crazy, but because I didn’t know any better! Traveling with kids that young is probably not the best idea. The problem was I had no idea! Our very good friends were getting married in Banff, Canada. When I found out I was pregnant […]

December has been a busy month for me! We finished up our last TV appearance of the month in Pheonix on ABC’s Smart Family. We had such a great time on the show and actually stayed an extra night thanks to Hotel Valley Ho! And, speaking of Hotel Valley Ho today is the last day […]

Oh, and I don’t have enough to give everyone, one of everything. Maybe someday! These are my favorite things because they make traveling easier and/or better. CARES: As a mother and a flight attendant, I don’t travel without CARES (Child Aviation Restraint System)Safety is the number one reason, but convenience is a close second. When […]

One of my tips for families traveling is to stay at a hotel that offers amenities like a kitchen. They generally run about the same cost as other hotels in their class, yet you save so much money from being able to eat in. I had the pleasure of being hosted by Staybridge Suites in […]

Dear Flying Pinto, I just stumbled upon your blog and I am fascinated!  But as a mom of two-under-two I don’t have the time I’d like to scour your old posts.  My husband and I are planning a trip in a few months from Denver to Green Bay.  Our daughter will be 23 months old […]

Hi Everyone! Happy #TravelTuesday. This weeks tip was inspired by one of the questions that appeared in yesterday’s Washington Post’s Talk about Travel Discussion: Should there be child free zones on airplanes? I posed this question on my new Face Book page too and I agree with Wil I don’t think there should be child […]

This weeks tip is for families traveling with small children. Everyone knows, and probably takes advantage of the airlines pre-board option when traveling with little ones. My tip is a bit of a twist on this idea. I love that families can settle in ahead of the crowd, it’s a great idea for all involved. […]