Episode Summary:In this episode, I’m sharing five family travel truths I swear by—hard-won from years of packing snacks, surviving road trips, and dodging car vomit. From our three-act itinerary strategy to fanny packs full of fidget toys, this one’s for anyone trying to make family travel a little less chaotic (and a lot more memorable). Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or braving spring break with kids, these tips just might keep you sane.

What You’ll Hear:

🎭 How we plan every travel day like a Broadway show

🎒 Why fanny packs and fidget toys are parenting gold

🌅 The reason we always start our trips in the dark

📍 The four-hour boundary that keeps weekend trips enjoyable

🚗 Why we’ve never upgraded from our cramped Chevy Malibu—and never will

Links to our favorite travel toys:

Packing for a trip with kids? You need fanny packs and fidget toys: Check out this list!

Planning your own family adventure?

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