London Itinerary: 6 Days in London for First-Time Visitors (Family-Friendly & Realistic)
We spent 6 days exploring London and packed in royal palaces, world-class museums, Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, and Harry Potter. Here's exactly what we did, what was worth it, and what we'd recommend to first-time visitors.
How We Structure Our Vacation Days in Big Cities to See More Without Burning Out
Our family prefers active, experience-packed vacations. Learn how we plan city itineraries, group nearby attractions, and stay flexible so we can see more without burning out.
How We Plan International Family Trips on a Budget
All families decide where to head on vacation differently.
We have a running list of places we’d like to see. It’s our family bucket list. These are places that are a reasonable plane ride away (we’re not doing 17-hour flights with the kids), are safe, have reliable public transportation, and are relatively affordable. So…
How to Use Google Flights to Find Cheap International Flights
In this guide, I'll show you how our family uses Google Flights to compare airports, find cheaper travel dates, and discover affordable international destinations.
How to Travel Internationally with Carry-On Luggage Only
In this guide, you'll learn:
Whether international carry-on-only travel is realistic
How our family packs for trips of 2 weeks
How we handle laundry and souvenirs
The pros and cons before you book
What it’s Like to Fly on an Airplane for the First Time
Here, our tween describes what it felt like to fly on a plane for the first time. This post covers topics like facing fears, feeling turbulence, and tiny airplane bathrooms.
How Early Should You Get to the Airport for an International Flight?
The main reason airlines want you to arrive so early is to give you time to get through security. Sometimes you can get lucky, and the line moves quickly. Other times, you’re moving at a snail’s pace and obsessively checking your watch to see if you’re going to make it through in time to catch your flight.