Packing Tips
Ski Trip Packing Checklist
I think it’s way easier to pack for a summer getaway than for a ski trip. There’s so much gear you need to remember to pack when heading out to cold weather. But that’s why I’m putting together this snow and ski trip packing checklist. I’ve included everything you need so you won’t forget a thing. One of our favorite family traditions is heading up to Big Bear every year over the long President’s Day weekend in February (check out my favorite Big Bear Airbnbs). When the kids were younger, we’d simply load up some warm clothes and sleds, and they’d have fun in the backyard (if there was snow…
Things to Bring Tent Camping: 10 Must-Haves
As we’re gearing up to go beach camping in a few days, I’ve been getting a lot of questions from some friends who are going camping with us for the first time. They need to know the most essential things to bring tent camping. Not only is it their first time beach camping, but it’s their first time camping at all. This morning, I got a text from them asking me for the top 10 most important things to bring camping, so I decided to compile a list here. 10 Things to Bring Tent Camping My biggest recommendation for those who are just starting out is to buy the things…
Motorhome Essentials: What You Need
Things you need for a motorhome that you might not have thought of We just recently bought our Thor Ace 30.2 motorhome. Before we had that, we had tent camped for many years, so we already had all of the camping basics. We had cooking utensils, pots and pans, plates and silverware, which we just moved from our camping bins into our motorhome. We also purchased sheets, pillows, towels and toothbrushes that would live permanently in the motorhome. But there were a lot of motorhome essentials that we didn’t think of until our first outing in the RV. Here’s a list of motorhome essentials we ended up purchasing after our…
Family Camping Gear Recommendations
If you are just starting off to camping, the list of what you need to get started can be really pricey and overwhelming at first. I always recommend to start off with the basics (check out my blog post Getting Started: Camping Basics), and then you can upgrade your family camping gear over time. Christmas and birthdays are great times to ask for nice camping equipment as gifts. Or you can shop Black Friday deals and Amazon Prime Day deals as well, and just upgrade a little at a time. These recommendations are not for new campers–meaning, don’t feel like you need to start off with cream of the crop…
Disney Cruise Packing List
We’re a mere two days away from boarding our flight to New Orleans for our Disney Cruise, and I have not started packing yet. That’s why I’m writing this Disney Cruise packing list so I can feel like I’ve at least started. Sometimes the planning is more work than actually doing it. As much as I travel, the packing never really gets easier… or any more fun. And the kids grow so darn fast; it seems I’m always making last-minute Target runs for sandals or bathing suits or anything else they’ve managed to grow out of since last season. I do make the kids get involved in the packing process–if…
Road Trip Kids Must Haves
I really love a road trip. Getting on the road early, stopping for some junk food along the way, and a variety of games to pass the time… I love it all. But road trips with kids can be a challenge. That’s why I’ve compiled a list of road trip kids must haves to entertain the kids (and provide a little bit of peace) during the trek. California is a great place to live, but we have to travel quite a ways to explore some of our neighboring states. We love visiting Scottsdale and Las Vegas, or heading up to a camping trip at Bass Lake or June Lake. But…
Must-Have Items for Every Camping Adventure
Camping List Checklist: Everything You Need for Your Next Camping Trip Packing for a camping trip always feels a little overwhelming to me. I mean, packing always stinks, but there is so much more stuff involved with camping. I wanted to make this camping list checklist to help make the packing burden easier for you. One thing we’ve done that really helps cut down on some of the packing is use storage tubs for a bunch of our camping gear, so it’s just a matter of grabbing those from the garage and putting them in the back of the truck. We have one tub that’s packed with all the camping…
Weekend Trip Packing List
The Ultimate Weekend Trip Packing List: What to Bring for a Stress-Free Getaway I love a weekend getaway. Palm Desert and Big Bear are two of my favorite places to escape to as often I can. They’re the perfect place to combine some fun activities with some much-needed relaxation. But packing for weekend getaways sometimes feels more stressful than it needs to. That’s why I’ve decided to create this weekend trip packing list to help you (and my future self) out. Whether you’re heading to the mountains, the beach, or a fun city escape, having a solid packing list will ensure you don’t forget anything important. Here’s everything you should…
What To Pack In Hawaii Luggage
The Ultimate Hawaii Packing List: Everything You Need for a Perfect Trip Planning a trip to Hawaii? Whether you’re hitting the beautiful beaches of Maui, hiking the trails of Kauai, or exploring the volcanic landscapes of the Big Island, having the right gear can make or break your adventure. While my packing list for Hawaii mostly consists of bathing suits, shorts and tees, there are some significant items you won’t want to forget. This guide will help you pack everything you need so you can focus on soaking up the sun and aloha vibes. Clothing Essentials Hawaii’s warm, tropical climate calls for lightweight and breathable clothing. When traveling with kids,…
