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Jet With Kids Summer Travel Special

June 25th, 2008 · Comments Off

A significant part of the success of Jet With Kids is my wonderful son and his photogenic spirit! He has tolerated all the photos, the videos, product and service reviews and adapted well to life at 37,000 feet. I have observed him, analyzed his behavior, tried out new products with him, and have considered […]

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Tags: Uncategorized · Airport Security -TSA Rules · Travel Products For Families · Travel Services- Stress Relieving · Planning/Booking Flights · At The Airport · In Flight · Carry On List · International Travel

International Travel: 10 Infant Passport Photo Tips

June 11th, 2008 · Comments Off

1.     Call ahead to confirm infant photos are taken. Some places are not equipped/willing to do infant photos. 
2.     Avoid busy times (and being rushed) if possible. Employees are less patient if busy. 
3.     Consider naptime.  A tired infant is going to be less cooperative. 
4.     Place a solid white sheet/blanket behind infant in car seat or drape […]

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Tags: Uncategorized · Passports · International Travel

Family Life in Iran? A different view…

May 24th, 2008 · Comments Off

I had the pleasure of meeting and being interviewed by Rick Steves recently in his town of Edmonds, WA.  Visiting his European Travel Center, I was impressed by his very friendly and enthusiastic staff, the many resources available to travelers, and by Rick Steves - a travel guru worthy of respect.
 More about our interview later, […]

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Tags: Uncategorized · International Travel

Motherhood - Ball & Chain or Passport to the World?

May 11th, 2008 · Comments Off

I smile when I think of all the mothers across the world awake at all hours of the night- taking full advantage of the quiet, uninterrupted time when the rest of the family sleeps.  This time is filled with a variety of tasks and maybe even a bit of relaxing (well - not usually).  Motherhood […]

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Tags: Uncategorized · Traveling Family Memories · View From a Parent

Traveling with Kids: Adapting to Life Away from Home

May 6th, 2008 · Comments Off

When I packed (wearing shorts in Sacramento) for this trip to Minnesota last week it was SNOWING and 27 degrees at our Midwest destination.
We arrived - it was cold and windy.  Then we had a huge wonderful thunderstorm.  Today it is 80 degrees and sunny. Thank goodness for layers.
My 3 year old is having the […]

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Tags: Uncategorized · Traveling Family Memories