The Traveling Family Circus: Your Go-To Guide for Stress-Free Family Travel
Welcome to The Traveling Family Circus, your go-to podcast for stress-free family travel tips, budget-friendly vacation ideas, and must-know hacks for traveling with kids. Tune in each week for destination guides, packing tips, and real-life stories from a family of seven exploring the world together and making memories.
Podcasting since 2025 • 22 episodes
The Traveling Family Circus: Your Go-To Guide for Stress-Free Family Travel
Latest Episodes
#21: Carry-On Only Travel With Kids: How We Pack Light and Skip Checked Bags
Checked bags? Not in this family. In this episode, I share why our family of seven travels carry-on only for every trip—from three nights to three weeks—and how this strategy has made traveling with kids smoother, faster, and far less stressful...
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Episode 21
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21:00
#20: Visiting Chicago With Kids: A Family Guide to Winter Fun, Shopping, and Iconic Sights
Snow falling in downtown Chicago, shopping sprees on Michigan Avenue, ringing in the New Year from a hotel room with skyline views, and ice skating beneath the city lights—this family trip had it all. In this episode, I’m sharing our New Year’s...
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Episode 20
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33:25
#19: Why Couples Should Take Kid-Free Trips (And Why It’s Good for Your Kids Too)
Taking kid-free trips as a couple isn’t selfish—it’s intentional. In this episode, we talk about why couples need time away without kids, how kid-free travel strengthens your marriage, and why prioritizing your relationship actually benefits yo...
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Episode 19
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21:59
#18: Family Hotel Cost Saving Tips That Actually Work: How to Use Points, Discounts & Deals to Pay Less
Hotels can be one of the most expensive parts of traveling with kids — but they don’t have to be. In this episode, I’m sharing practical, family-tested strategies to save hundreds (and even thousands) on hotel stays. From using points and miles...
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25:04
#17: How to Plan a Family Trip Step-by-Step: Stress-Free Travel for Parents
In this episode, I’m breaking down how to plan a family trip step-by-step—from choosing the right destination and finding the best time to travel, to booking flights, hotels, activities, and building a kid-friendly itinerary that isn’t o...
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31:18