Archive for January, 2010

Jan

29

High-tech Gadgets for Traveling with Infants and Toddlers

BY Scott Carmichael of gadling.com

High-tech Gadgets for Traveling with Infants and Toddlers

We live in a world where a coloring book may not be enough to keep kids entertained. As we adults surround ourselves with more and more technology, younger kids pick up on that trend and demand more stimulation to stay happy. In this list, you’ll find ten gadgets that can help make your life a little easier when traveling with young kids.

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Jan

28

Six Souvenirs That Won’t Break Your Budget

BY Jamie Pearson of travelsavvymom.com

Six Souvenirs That Won’t Break Your Budget

In my experience, kids and souvenirs go together like peanut butter and jelly.  But if you travel a lot like we do, you’ll soon find yourself buried alive under an avalanche of expensive plastic and plush souvenirs that have little, if anything, to do with your destination.
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Jan

26

When and How to Complain When Things Don’t Go As Planned

BY Catherine Boley of trekaroo.com

When and How to Complain When Things Don’t Go As Planned

When traveling, no matter how prepared, organized, or thorough one can be, inevitably some sort of hiccup will arise. Usually, it’s nothing more than a forgotten toothbrush or maybe a late flight. But what about the times when the stroller never arrives at the baggage claim? Or when staff from the “hospitality industry” treats you or your family rudely? Or when the hotel room smells like wet dog? Or when you find yourselves stranded overnight in a Las Vegas airport with an infant and no extra diapers?

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Jan

25

Amusement Park Safety

BY Beth Blair of thevacationgals.com

Amusement Park Safety

Follow these tips to stay safe on your next family outing to the nearby amusement park in your destination:

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