A MOM EXPLORES

travel with babies, toddlers, and kids • road trip tips • destination guides

 
 

I’m Emily Krause, the voice behind A Mom Explores. I’m a family travel blogger, photographer, and content creator and mom of 4 little ones.

Our family of 6 is based in Wisconsin, and we...

  • show families how to road trip and fly with babies, toddlers, and kids

  • create family vacation itineraries

  • combine tourist attractions with off-the-beaten-path spots

  • love budget travel and share our trips for travel with kids on a budget

  • …but we also enjoy luxury family travel and share our favorite worthwhile splurges.

 

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WHAT’S NEW ON THE BLOG:

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Best Things to Do in San Juan, Puerto Rico with Kids
1 Week Family Spring Break Itinerary Las Vegas and Death Valley
Christmas in New York City with Kids (Festive Things to Do)
Unmissable Things to Do in Scotland with Kids
The Best Travel Essentials for Women (Tried & Tested)
Fun Things to Do in Savannah, Georgia with Kids
Tips for Visiting Tikal National Park with Kids
How to Do the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando in One Day
Fun Things to Do in Antigua, Guatemala with Kids
1 Week Italy Itinerary with Kids: Venice, Florence, and Rome
Lake Atitlan with Kids: Guatemala Family Travel Guide
The Best Places to Visit During Fall in Florida
The Ultimate 10 Day Guatemala Itinerary with Kids
The Best Weekend Getaways in Wisconsin for Families
Tips for Visiting Dry Tortugas National Park with Kids
The Best Toddler Gear and Essentials for Toddlers
How Much Is A Trip to Puerto Rico? Our Family Vacation Cost
The Essential Packing List for Your Puerto Rico Vacation
The Ultimate Guide to Planning A Trip to Europe with Kids
100 Engaging Conversation Starters for Families
Amsterdam with Kids: Best Things to Do on A Family Trip
Fun Things to Do in Nashville with Kids
The Perfect 1 Week Puerto Rico Itinerary for Families
Spring Break Destinations for Families in the United States
Top Tips for Flying with a 1-Year-Old
10 Fun Things to Do in Ghent, Belgium (One Day Itinerary)
The Best Things to Do in Bruges, Belgium (One Day Itinerary)
The Best Types of Trips to Take with Toddlers
50 Disney World Hacks to Make Your Trip Easier, Cheaper, and More Magical
Belgium, Amsterdam, and Luxembourg 7 Day Itinerary

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Photo ideas for your next Disney World vacation! One of my favorite things to do before we go to Disney (or any destination for that matter) is look up photo ideas and spots. Yes, part of it is because it’s nice to have content for my blog and
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