Travel Resources
Your Go-To Travel Resources: Plan, Pack, and Explore with Confidence
Planning a trip should be as exciting as the journey itself. On this page, you’ll find our curated collection of essential travel resources—from trusted booking tools and packing guides to travel apps, gear recommendations, and itinerary templates. Whether you’re mapping out a wine country road trip, preparing for an overseas adventure, or booking a last-minute weekend escape, these tools are designed to save you time, money, and stress.
We’ve gathered these resources based on our own experience traveling across the U.S. and abroad—from luxury getaways to off-the-beaten-path adventures. We only recommend what we use and trust, so you can plan with peace of mind and focus on what matters most: creating unforgettable memories.

First-Time Camping with Kids: A Grandparent’s (or Parent’s) Guide to Safe, Fun, and Memorable Outdoor Adventures
This weekend, we took our grandkids camping for the first time. I started my children camping when they were just babies, and I’m excited to start this tradition with Pooh-bear and Scooby. What makes this even more exciting is that we camped on National Forest Service...