Podcasts about kidtripster

No matter what time of year, one-of-kind experiences await your family in Finland. — OUR GUEST Shellie Bailey-Shah - Editor of KidTripster — RESOURCES Shellie has written extensively about various destinations and topics related to Finland on KidTripster.com. — Episode notes available at FamilyTravel.org/Radio/Episode-52.

Every dream needs a plan. Visit Airtreks.com/FTR and take the first step towards making your dream of a round-the-world trip with your family a reality. —  OUR GUESTS Shellie Bailey-Shah - Editor of KidTripster (https://www.kidtripster.com) Sara Habib - General Manager of Airtreks (https://airtreks.com/ftr) — Episode notes available at FamilyTravel.org/Radio/Airtreks

When it comes to bang for your family vacation buck, U.S. National Parks are tough to beat. In this episode, we dive deep into five of the best National Parks for families. — RESOURCES Here are Shellie’s top five National Parks for families ranked by distance from Aaron’s hometown of Sacramento, CA. Click the links for KidTripster’s guide to each park. Zion National Park (702 miles) Olympic National Park (741 miles) Yellowstone National Park (899 miles) Glacier National Park (1,028 miles) Great Sand Dunes National Park (1,087 miles) Road-tested Advice For First-time Rvers - 10 Lessons to learn before your family hits the road in an RV RV Survival Guide - Top 10 survival tips for taking an RV trip with kids (https://everykidinapark.gov/) - Free access for US 4th graders and their families to hundreds of parks, lands, and waters for an entire year. The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass - Annual pass that includes access to more than 2,000 federal recreation sites — OUR GUEST Shellie Bailey-Shah - Editor of KidTripster — Episode notes available at FamilyTravel.org/Radio — Discover what's possible in family vacations at FamilyTravel.org.

Planning your summer travel or looking ahead to your holiday vacation? We've got expert tips and tricks from Shellie Bailey-Shah, CEO of Kidtripster. Let's just say we had never heard most of the insights she shared with us. And they've already saved us money. This week's sponsor is Never Thought I'd Say This, a new hilarious parenting podcast from Jodie Sweetin and her BFF Celia Behar, a life coach. Each week they share the funny things their kids have said, chat with celebrities about parenting, and share helpful insights. Subscribe wherever you listen to Spawned. We love hearing from you! Be sure to head over to our Podcast Page to get all the links from our show. And follow us on social: Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Thanks for subscribing and leaving us a 5-start review. Mwah! 

Resort residences offer families the space of a home and the amenities of a hotel—without the commitment of a timeshare. RESOURCES Plan your next family vacation at Vacatia.com OUR GUEST Vacatia (https://vacatia.com/) and Chief Vacation Officer for her family Caroline is a seasoned travel and hospitality executive who is passionate about building companies that embrace technology to deliver a stellar customer experience. She is currently the CEO of Vacatia, the resort marketplace for family vacationers. FTR RECOMMENDS... Best Treehouses for Families: 5 Treehouse rentals that promise to make parents feel like kids again Top 7 Tiny Stays for Families: Tiny house family adventures that are big on fun! Read these articles and much more at KidTripster.com -- Episode notes available at FamilyTravel.org/Radio -- Discover what's possible in family vacations at FamilyTravel.org.

Is Antarctica on your bucket list? Everyone wants to see the penguins, but what does it take to get there and how much does it cost? These are just some of the questions we asked Shellie from KidTripster, who just returned from her trip to Antarctica with her teen son. Plus, get the scoop on Seattle Museum Month! If you are thinking about visiting Seattle and like to explore museums you should definitely go in February. February is museum month! This is a partnership between museums and hotels were if you stay at a hotel even for a night you get a pass which will get you half-price admission to about twenty different area museums. Read more about Seattle Museum Month on Stuffed Suitcase. ON THE PODCAST 00:32 - Thank you from the Vacation Mavens and reminder to subscribe 00:55 - Kim’s recent staycation in Seattle 13:47 - Taking with Shellie Bailey-Shah 16:29 - What put Antarctica on Shellie’s bucket list 17:24 - Choosing a company to go with 18:58 - The plane ride over Drake Passage 20:16 - How to decide if your child is ready for this kind of trip 23:00 - When to go 24:25 - How long to visit for 25:25 - Cruise life 33:50 - Wildlife encounters 37:57 - Weather 39:30 - Packing tips 41:32 - Food on the cruise 43:45 - Budget 46:14 - Travel insurance yes or no? 49:30 - Shellie's Favorite Travel Gear 51:08 - What’s next for Shellie 53:20 - Travel with teens Facebook group ABOUT SHELLIE BAILEY-SHAH Shellie Bailey-Shah is the founder and editor of KidTripster, an online family travel resource that provides information and inspiration to families traveling anywhere in the world.  The site was just awarded the Lowell Thomas Silver Award from the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) for "Best Travel Journalism Website." Shellie, of course, does a fair amount of traveling herself.  She's visited 46 states, 44 U.S. national parks, 34 countries and as of last month, 7 continents. She lives in Portland, Oregon and is mother to two boys, ages 16 and 18. Follow Shellie on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest. TIPS FOR PLANNING YOUR TRIP TO ANTARCTICA When you are planning your trip to Antarctica, there are going to be two major options you should decide on before moving on to the little details of your trip. These are whether you want to fly across or cruise through the Drake Passage. Be aware that the majority of your trip will be dependant on the weather. Once you get to a certain point you have to wait for a good window of weather in order to get to Antarctica. For instance, when traveling with Antarctica 21,if you can’t get down there in four days due to the weather conditions, the company will refund you the money of your trip. When flying to Antarctica, the chartered flight you will be taking is through a commercial airline, one that you may say is better than a commercial flight you’ve taken in the States. If you are traveling with kids here are a few questions you should ask yourself for any trip you plan but for this trip especially. Will they remember the trip? Are they comfortable with a look of air travel? Are they good with structured activities? Will they be okay with alone time or entertaining themselves? (There are no kids clubs on a trip like this.) Are they good with following directions? (Being on a ship there are plenty of safety concerns as well as with wildlife.) Who do they do in cold weather? Does your child(ren) love nature? Some of the cruise lines have a minimum age for kids. Keep that in mind when booking. For example Antarctica 21has a minimum age of 8 years old. But even though there is a minimum age you still might think about waiting a few more years depending on your answers to the questions above. The teen age years may be best for your family to get the most out of your trip. Antarctica has a very short tourist season from early December through early March. If your main interest is to see penguin chicks, you should plan on going in late January since they tend to hatch around Christmas time. The seven-day, six-night cruise seems to give you a good chunk of time for your trip, but there are longer cruises available depending on how much you would like to spend. But keep in mind that travel time to get there could take you two or three days both there and back, which will make your trip about 12 days long from start to finish. On board the ship, there will be about two excursions a day; one in the morning and one in the evening. There will also be chances to pay extra and do some outdoor activities like snowshoeing. On-ship, there are informational talks you can go to and learn more about the area and if you are adventurous enough you can be a part of a polar plunge off the side of the boat. When you are going out on the land you are right out in the wild. You could possibly get within a foot of a penguin as they are waddling by to go to the sea or on their way back to their nest. You should not go too close but there will be occasions when they will waddle close to you. Depending on the time you go, you could get great weather and it may be only in the 30s (before windchill). If you go out on excursions and are moving around you could actually end up taking off you coat! Don’t overpack! With the amount of travel it takes to get the Antarctica packing just a carry on and a backpack maybe the best option. Plus since the company provides boots for you you only have to worry about wearing a pair of shoes for your travels. Be sure to also leave the hand warmers at home. You will probably not use them, they will take up room you could use for something else and they trip the scanners at the airports so you could possibly get stopped every time you try to go through security, which will make your travel time a bit more tedious. With Antarctica 21your food is served part buffet style and part table service. The soup and salad is buffet while the appetizers are already set on the table. They will then offer a few options for your main dish and dessert to choose from. Meals are open seating. A trip to Antarctica is not cheap! So you should try to budget at least $13,000 per person. This will include the flight to and from Antartica, two nights stay in Punta Arenas (night before flight and night after), food, excursions except for the snowshoeing and kayaking. You will still need to pay for the flights to get to Punta Arenas. If you chose to take a ship through the Drake Passage rather than fly you could save up to 25% of the price. So if you are okay with sea sickness this might be a better option for you.  If you are going to travel with Antarctica 21, travel insurance is required. This may also be the case with other companies for Antarctica as well. FAVORITE TRAVEL GEAR This post contains affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission. Shellie and her son loved their Columbia Outdryjackets in Antarctica, it felt like their own personal furnace surrounding them. MENTIONED ON THE PODCAST Best Travel Apps - episode 90 Antarctica 21 Quark Expeditions Dap Airlines Antarctica & Kids: 7 Ways to know if your child is ready for a journey to the White Continent KidTripster Teen: 5 unforgettable memories from my bucket list voyage to Antarctica World Nomads Travel with Teens FOLLOW US AND SPREAD THE WORD! If you liked this show, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, orGoogle Playand leave us a review! Have a question or comment? Send us an email or leave us a voicemail at +1.641.715.3900, ext. 926035#. You can also follow our travels on Stuffed Suitcaseand We3Travel, or follow the Vacation Mavens on Instagram, Facebookor Twitter. Thanks for listening!

That Expert Show host Anna Canzano interviews KidTripster editor Shellie Bailey-Shah about TRAVELING WITH KIDS. How to save money on air travel Best time of year for Disneyland/Disneyworld Best day of the week to buy plane tickets When to use a travel agent Why a cruise might work for you Travel strategies for kids with autism More...

Also known as “The Little Switzerland of America”, Wallowa Lake State Park is an Oregonian gem that Shellie Bailey-Shah from Kidtripster.com was kind enough to share with the RVFTA community. Wallowa Lake StateRead More The post Campground Review #131: Wallowa Lake State Park in Oregon appeared first on RV Family Travel Atlas.

On today's show, I have Erica Mandy who is the Founder & Host of theNewsWorthy podcast.   If you aren't familiar, theNewsWorthy podcast is a daily news show that provides "fast, fair, and fun" daily news updates in less than 10 minutes, Monday-Friday. Erica is passionate about providing a credible, unbiased and fun option for those who wish to stay informed but are short on time and find traditional media too depressing.   We chat about her background in broadcast journalism and how she left her job to start theNewsWorthy, advice she'd give to anyone who wants to work in broadcast journalism or the podcasting industry, how she selects the news topics she shares and where she gets her sources from, struggles and proud moments of her career, and so much more!   Excited for you to tune in and hope you enjoy!   Full show notes at: http://brittneyllynn.com/034 In today's episode, you'll find out:   Why she decided to start theNewsWorthy podcast and how she left her reporter job. How she's grown the podcast and tips for fellow podcasters on how to get started. How she decides what news is top priority to share on the podcast. The one thing she struggles with most being the founder of theNewsWorthy. One of her most proudest moments from her career. The sources she uses to pull the headlines she shares on theNewsWorthy. Her one piece of advice to anyone who wants to work in broadcast journalism.   Links mentioned:   Serial podcast InsightTimer app Kidtripster.com Feedly / How To Use Feedly   Follow Erica:   Podcast Website Instagram Twitter Facebook Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify or Google Play Leave an honest review on iTunes. The ratings and reviews help for two reasons: 1) Most importantly, I get to know you, the listener, and what content you enjoy the most. 2) The more reviews the podcast has, the better chance it has at getting in front of new listeners. Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram Join the Facebook group to interact with guests and other listeners Join the Day in the Life newsletter

If you are getting ready to plan your next trip, be sure to check out these recommendations on the best travel apps and planning sites first! ON THE PODCAST 00:30 - Talking with Kim about Disneyland 11:50 - Talking with Shellie 15:27 - Apps for airfare 20:28 - Deals on hotels 22:59 - Sites like Airbnb 31:48 - Deals on car rentals 34:55 - Apps for saving on tours 39:55 - Putting together a trip itinerary 41:59 - Apps for road trips 46:32 - Favorite travel gear 48:24 - Upcoming trips for Shellie ABOUT SHELLIE BAILEY-SHAH Shellie Bailey-Shah is the founder and editor of KidTripster, an online family travel magazine that provides information and inspiration to families traveling anywhere in the world.  Shellie and her family do a fair amount of traveling themselves. They've been to countries on six continents with plans to go to Antarctica this coming December!  They're also national park enthusiasts with the goal of visiting every single one. Their current count: 44. Follow Shellie on Twitter, Pinterest, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. BEST TRAVEL APPS & SITES A recent study found that buying your flight tickets online on a Sunday is when you tend to find the cheapest fares. It is also great to use other sites or apps to research prices but if the price is the same on the airline site you may be better off just getting you ticket there in case there are any issues it may help if you are able to contact the airline directly instead on through a third party seller. Booking on Cyber Monday can also get you great deals that are only for that day! DOSH is a great app to book hotels because you recieve money back to your account and you can then either use that money through the app or you can transfer it to your bank account. This app will also let you know of restaurants nearby that are affiliated with DOSH. Hostels have come a long way. The site Hostel World is great because they give ratings and have a detailed listing of what each place offers. It may seem like it is only for one or two people to just grab a bed for the night. But now this may be a great option for you family. Autoslash is a great site to book a car rental. One great reason to use this site is because the site will alert you if there was a price drop and then you can rebook the car and save some money. The money you save may just pay for a dinner out! You can save your phone battery from draining so quickly if you download offline maps of the area before you are out there that way you can use wifi to download and you won't have to use up your battery by using the location and map apps on your phone. FAVORITE TRAVEL GEAR Shellie likes to wear her Kuhl cargo pants that way she has plenty of pockets to keep things. There must be at least one zipper pocket though that way she can keep her license or passport and her phone safely tucked away. MENTIONED ON THE PODCAST Saving on Airfare Momondo Skyscanner Google Flights (only to use mapping feature) Saving on Hotels DOSH (app) Alternatives to Traditional Hotels Trusted Housesitters Camp in My Garden Hostel World Saving on Rental Cars Autoslash Saving on Family-friendly City Tours Free Tours by Foot (you pay want you think it was worth) Sandleman's New Europe (you pay want you think it was worth) Big Apple Greeter (really free, NYC) With Locals iExit app (for road trips) Roadtrippers Mobile Road Trip apps Best Days to Buy and Fly Travel Tips Saving Money on Airfare Travel tips Top 10 Family Destinations for 2018 Little-known apps & websites for saving money on family travel Saving thousands of dollars on your family travel for 2018 Top 10 travel gifts for the holidays 10 Reasons to hire a Disney travel agent to book your vacation Why I love small ship cruises for families FOLLOW US AND SPREAD THE WORD! If you liked this show, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, or Google Play and leave us a review! Have a question or comment? Send us an email or leave us a voicemail at +1.641.715.3900, ext. 926035# You can also follow our travels on Stuffed Suitcase and We3Travel, or follow the Vacation Mavens on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter. Thanks for listening!  

This week on Mom Talk Radio, catalyst coach, Kristiane Cates, talks common car seat installation errors and keeping your kids safe on the road. Spotlight on Moms features Susanna Barbee of ZealousMom.com. Author of Rethinking School: How to Take Charge of Your Child’s Education, Susan Wise Bauer, talks responding to learning differences, maturity differences, toxic classroom environments, and giftedness. Alan Hall, senior analyst at the Socionomics Institute, shares the connection between baby names and the country’s social mood. Shellie Bailey-Shah, founder and editor of KidTripster.com, shares the top 10 family destinations for 2018.

Whether you're planning a spring break trip, a summer vacation, or a quick weekend getaway, you're going to want to hear these fantastic money-saving family travel tips from expert Shellie Bailey-Shah from KidTripster.com. Did you know there's a best day to book your travel? Wondering how to cut costs on your plane fare or rental car? You'll get a ton of helpful info to help you save money on your next family trip. We love hearing from you! Drop us an email at spawned@coolmompicks.com, tweet us #SpawnedShow, and make sure to follow us on Facebook. 

This week on Mom Talk Radio, Shellie Bailey-Shah, editor of KidTripster.com, shares 5 ways to save money on your spring break vacation. Spotlight on Moms features Sami Cone of SamiCone.com. Margot Machol Bisnow, author of Raising an Entrepreneur: 10 Rules for Nurturing Risk Takers, Problem Solvers and Change Makers, shares advice for parents on raising kids with entrepreneurial drive. Mira Halpert, founder of the 3D Learner Program, shares how to MAP your child’s success. Ted Frank, story strategist for Backstories Studio, shares how to take your everyday work and transform it into a powerful presentation.

This week on Mom Talk Radio, Kevin Howard and Jesse Howard, co-authors of The Kooky Adventures of My Friend Kookabuck, shares how the power of using social stories help special needs children succeed in new situations. Spotlight on Moms features Gwendolyn Mulholland or FindingSanityInOurCrazyLife.com. Leading sleep expert, Dr. Martha Cortes, shares surefire ways to ward off the common cold. Suzanne Duncan, author of All by Myself, & Rocking It! How to be Successful at Single Parenting, shares tips for parenting while single. Shellie Bailey-Shah, editor of KidTripster.com, shares ideas for family trip gift giving for the holidays.