The Travelling Kid Podcasts

The Gift Of Travel

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 16:02:58 -0700

The gift of travel is the greatest gift you can give anyone.

The Travelling Kid: ATHENS!

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:59:47 -0700

Why should you take your kid to Greece? First of all: Greeks love children. They spoil them. I take my toddler there every year and it’s like being on vacation with a whole village of grandparents offering your kid toys and sweets...topped with a good old-fashioned cheek tweak. Second of all: This land of myths, god and goddesses is gorgeous and FILLED with great things to do and see for kids of all ages, including teens. Greece is one of the most unique places on the planet and Athens happens to be one of my favorite cities in the world. I relish the opportunity to share ‘my’ city with you!

The Travelling Kid: KRAKOW!

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:56:02 -0700

If you think that Krakow, Poland is an unlikely destination for a travelling family...think again! Fire breathing dragons, walk-ability, bike-ability, a castle, Salt Mines, friendly people and good food make this medieval town a fabulous family friendly destination.

The Travelling Kid: SAN FRANCISCO!

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:50:43 -0700

"I left my heart in San Francisco, high on a hill it calls to me..."

The Travelling Kid: LONDON!

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:47:13 -0700

“Mommy! Mommy!” Look! It’s Mary Poppins!”

That is what my ‘almost-three-year-old’ shouted every five minutes as we strollered through the streets of London. Images of the famous flying nanny hovered over and beckoned to us from every corner we passed. Luckily enough, Jacob and I got fabulous seats to this extraordinary sold-out musical. Luckier yet, sunny skies accompanied us on 90 % of our adventures in London Town.

London IS for kids. In my opinion, this jolly town is one of the most ‘user-friendly’ places I’ve visited with a Travelling Kid. Words like: amazing, simple, stroller friendly, exciting, fun, comfortable, easy, enjoyable and expensive; come to mind when I think of our April adventures in England’s capital on the Thames.

London is filled with fun, kid-friendly, museums and sites. The metro and bus system is positively dreamy and you’ll find ‘nappy’-changing facilities almost everywhere you go. It’s a Travelling Kid parent’s dream.

The Travelling Kid: GREEK ISLES!

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:40:01 -0700

Myths, dreams, legends, my son discovering the ocean; dancing in a sun drenched public square and a few empty ouzo glasses come to mind when I think of the Greek Islands. The siren song of the isles is strong...and like the Sirens of Odyssey-fame...the isles call to me.

The Travelling Kid: CATALINA ISLAND!

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:35:27 -0700

What do Bison, golf-carts and chewing gum have in common? Tick Tock. Tick Tock....give up? Catalina Island! This small, fun, family destination is located less than 20 miles, yet worlds away from Los Angeles, California.

The Travelling Kid: DUBLIN!

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:33:02 -0700

Adventures in the land of limericks and leprechauns and luck!

The Travelling Kid: SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA!

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:29:36 -0700

Ugly days do not exist in Santa Monica, California. That is why I live here. BUT...it is not the only reason that you should take your Travelling Kid to one of the most fun-filled destinations on the West Coast!

Welcome to THE TRAVELLING KID!

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:24:13 -0700

I began THE TRAVELLING KID because I love to travel, talk travel, research travel, read about travel...I even dream travel! Since I have travelled all over the globe with kids from 4 months old to 26 years old, I have decided to share my my travel tips, experiences, savvy, dreams and observations. I hope you enjoy this introductory Travelling Kid podcast and my other Travelling Kid podcasts and articles.

As Henry Miller said: “One’s destination is never a place but rather a new way of looking at things.”

The Travelling Kid: AMSTERDAM!

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:16:16 -0700

Discovering the joys of Amsterdam with your kids.

The Travelling Kid: PARIS!

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:09:53 -0700

I love Paris! Oh yes, oh yes I do love Paris! I have recently returned from taking my toddler to Paris. It’s his 4th trip to the land of ‘ooh-la-la’.

Why so many times? Because Paris is surprisingly super kid-friendly…there are so many amazing adventures to have for kids of all ages.

PARIS For Teens!

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 13:45:47 -0700

When I told my friends that I had plans to take (my then) thirteen year old stepson to Paris - they took bets. One pal planned to have a t-shirt printed for me that said: 'Oo-la-la. I took a thirteen year old to Paris and survived.' In fact, some of the trip was challenging. But thirteen year olds are going to roll their eyes whether you're in the grocery store or in the Louvre. I'll choose the Louvre over the frozen-foods aisle any day.

On The Plane

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 13:42:35 -0700

Plane tips in plain language! Tips to help you cruise the skies in relative comfort and keep your happy family vacation...uh, happy.

Airport Walk-Thru/Part 1: Check In & Security

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 13:29:37 -0700

Welcome to the Travelling Kid Airport Walk-Thru Part 1 - Check In and Security - designed to make your trip with your Travelling Family a smoother, perhaps more joyous experience in this post 9/11 thicket of security. Remember the Travelling Kid Motto: PACK YOUR PATIENCE AND BE PREPARED!

Airport Walk-Thru/Part 2: Airport Surfing & Pre-Boarding

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 13:23:49 -0700

Master the art of ‘airport surfing’...tips and bits designed to make navigating airports a happy thing and to demystify and map the jungle of getting on the plane.

Airport Walk-Thru/Part 3: Baggage Claim & Beyond...

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 12:57:46 -0700

A guide to the post-flight world of airports: claiming your stroller; transfers; baggage claim; lost luggage and transportation to your final destination.