Category Archives: Traveling with Children

The Becker and Bonga Families


When I first came up with the idea of a one year family road trip, I thought it was somewhat unique. Now I keep my eyes peeled for others doing the same and I find families all over the world doing it. Here’s … Continue reading

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Child Safety in crowded places


When I was very young, my parents took me to the Los Angeles Zoo along with my brothers. I don’t recall how old I was – perhaps 7 or 8, but I wandered away from my parents to investigate a … Continue reading

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Sleep in a Treehouse!


Have you ever wanted to spend the night in a treehouse? I’m not talking about your kids’ treehouse in the back yard. I’m talking about a real house -  in a tree! Ever since I saw Disney’s The Swiss Family Robinsonas … Continue reading

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Workamping and other ways to earn a living in an RV


I learned a new word recently – workamping. The word was coined and trademarked by Greg and Debbie Robus of Workamper.com back in the 80′s. You can read more about their story on their website. The concept, however, of combining … Continue reading

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Discovery Science Center / Star Wars Exhibit – Santa Ana, California


When we actually get started on our trip, I plan to write reviews for the benefit of others as well as a way to refresh my aging memory. Until then, I’ll start in my own back yard with places I … Continue reading

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U-Haul Road Trip Travel Game for Kids & a pair of entrepreneurs


My brothers and I used to play The License Plate Game when we were kids on road trips with our parents. See who can find all (or the most of) fifty states represented by vehicle license plates first. I’ve had our boys play … Continue reading

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Rest Stop Alternatives


Rest stops are very useful to long distance travelers – especially those with small children who need to “go” five minutes after leaving the McDonald’s Playplace! But they can be so much more than simply an unplanned emergency stop – … Continue reading

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Keeping a Digital Journal


One of the things we will encourage the kids to do is keep a journal.Being in an RV, space is an issue, so the less stuff we have – the better. Since there will already be a computer on board, … Continue reading

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Exploring Kentucky


Reblogged from unpredictableperrys: We took a tour of Mammoth Cave.  It is the longest cave in the world, 393 miles long and they are still discovering more.  We went on a two hour, two mile tour historical tour.  We were … Continue reading

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What do the kids think?


I’ve been asked by friends and family – and I’ve seen this topic on other blogs as well- “What do the kids think about leaving for a year?” I suppose if I asked them, “What do you think about leaving … Continue reading

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