Travel & ice cream? What could be sweeter?
We travel around the globe seeking adventure, the best local ice cream, and leaving our footprint behind.
Working full time in the television industry doesn't always allow a ton of time for traveling, therefore, we maximize our days in the little time we have! We work hard to play hard, so we decided to start a travel blog to share our itineraries, tips and tricks, along with stories of our quick, yet enjoyable trips!
Journey with us on our many adventures all over the world where we find local sites, activities, and ice cream! Our itineraries and guides will help you plan the ultimate vacation.
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French Polynesia
Everything you need to know before you go!
Aruba
Read all about how we went to Flamingo Beach and where we stayed!
Paris
Want to see Paris in 1 day? We have a guide for that!
Thailand
Travel Tips of things you MUST do!
Australia
How to see the cutest creatures down under!
All About Maui Things to do, Where to Stay, Restaurant Guides
Africa
Lions, Elephants, and Gorillas oh my!
California Dreaminβ
We cover California North to South, see our favorite spots including Napa, Lake Tahoe, and everyoneβs favorite, Disneyland!
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Navigating the open road with a toddler can feel less like a scenic drive and more like a high-stakes, full-contact sport. Forget the tranquil hum of the engine; you're more likely to be serenaded by a chorus of "Are we there yet?" and the frantic search for a rest stop with a decent playground. But fear not, brave navigators! I've spent countless miles perfecting the art of the toddler-friendly road trip, and I'm here to share my quirky, tried-and-true survival guide.
My secret weapon? A pre-packed arsenal of sanity-saving essentials that never leave my car. First up, snacks, glorious snacks! This one's a no-brainer, but when you're hurtling down the highway, these morsels become more crucial than your GPS. My go-tos include Thatβs It bars, a brilliant way to sneak in some fruit; Go Go Squeeze Pouches for mess-free slurping joy; and, of course, the ever-reliable Goldfish crackers, which have the magical ability to avert a meltdown in seconds. To slow down the snack-gobbling process, I always pack snack pack containersβthey're a sneaky way to work on those fine motor skills while keeping the crumb-pocalypse at bay.
But what about when the snacks run out? That's when I deploy my next secret weapon: reusable sticker books. I swear these are enchanted. I've found that each one buys me at least 15 minutes of blissful quietβthat's enough time to listen to an entire song without interruption! And for the inevitable screen time, a headrest-mounted iPad holder is a game-changer. It means less neck craning for your tiny passengers and more hands-free time for you to, you know, eat your own snacks in peace.