a family exploring magical wonders around the world
Two words. That is all it takes to lose your individuality. The moment the words "I do" come out of your mouth it is automatically assumed that you and your significant other will be glued at the hip until death do you part. Now I am by no means against marriage; I am all for… Continue reading Why I Travel Without My Husband
Take it Slow If you want to hike Mount Kilimanjaro with your toddler, be my guest (you wont see me there anytime soon!). But, I highly recommend taking any hiking excursion slow at first. This is especially true if you haven't hiked with your toddler before and do not know what to expect. It is great to… Continue reading 4 Tips for Hiking with a Toddler
How to Pack for 2 Weeks in One Carry-On with a Toddler
Tips for a Solo Female Traveler
Do you have a passport? First things first. If you are reading this post, that means you are considering heading out of the country. Go hop in your car and drive to the nearest passport facility (usually the main post office) and get one! It takes several weeks to process your request unless you… Continue reading Planning a Trip Abroad with Little Ones
South Dakota isn’t usually the place that comes across your mind when you are brainstorming a vacation. Most people wouldn’t even consider it; I used to be one of those people. Since living in Rapid City, SD, I have come to realize what a hidden treasure this state truly is. If you love the outdoors,… Continue reading 5 Reasons to Visit South Dakota
“Have you lost your mind?” “Aren’t you scared?” “What if something happens?” “Why don’t you wait?” These are all questions I heard the moment I told family and friends about my upcoming solo adventure with my toddler. It shocked me how appalled everyone was that I was planning to take a toddler abroad. What is… Continue reading Why Little Ones Should Be The Reason You Travel
Today I am taking a moment to reminiscence about my spontaneous trip to London exactly 2 years ago. I had just graduated nursing school and was about to embark on starting my career when the travel bug hit. I figured it was now or never. I planned the trip in a few days and… Continue reading London’s Calling
Hi, I'm Erica and my little sidekick is Aria. I am a mommy, wife and nurse with an adventurous soul that refuses to let day to day life get in the way of exploring the world. Most people assume that marriage, kids and travel do not mix. With a little patience (just kidding,… Continue reading Meet the Explorers
Traveling Muggles 