I’ve tested plenty of personal item bags over the years, and most force you to compromise. They either fit your laptop, stay organized, or don’t fit comfortably under the seat. Rarely do they do all three. As someone who flies regularly and works remotely while traveling, I consider my personal item bag one of the…
As a mom traveling with teens, I’ve learned that basic economy only stays ‘cheap’ if you avoid those surprise baggage fees. And when you’re already paying for four flights, those extra fees add up fast. There’s nothing wrong with them. But once you start adding a carry-on or checked bag, that cheap flight suddenly isn’t…
Do you like to take the family on a beach vacation? I love hanging out for the day on the beach but hate getting it all together. There always seems to be something we forget. (Recently it was towels, really?) I put together a full list of everything you need from hacks, snacks, and packs,…
Planning a trip to Michigan with teenagers can feel like a gamble. Will they love it, or will you hear a chorus of “I’m bored” before lunch? As someone who grew up in Michigan and has spent the last 20 years bringing my own kids back every summer (and plenty of winters), I’ve learned exactly…
Planning a carry-on-only trip sounds simple until you actually try to fit everything into one suitcase. It gets even harder when you’re traveling with teens, juggling busy spring break travel days, and moving between airports, hotels, and road trips. Your luggage can either make your trip smoother or way more stressful than it needs to…
Are you confused about the difference between a carry-on vs personal item when it comes to air travel? You’re standing at the airport gate with your kids, and suddenly the gate agent announces: “Only one carry-on and one personal item per passenger.” Your teen is holding a backpack, you’ve got a tote bag and a…