In Honor of Mother's Day Week- An Interivew with Emily Kraus of A Mom Explores

Join us as we chat with a mom who's learned how to turn every journey - near or far - into a family adventure. Discover practical advice, creative ideas, and inspiration to help you explore the world with your kids confidently and joyfully. Find Emily Kraus at AMomExplores.com and on socials @amomexploresCheck out Voyager Toddler Milk – USDA organic powdered milk in convenient single-serving packets perfect for travel with little ones. @voyagermilkEmily's Podcast is called "The Travel With Kids Podcast." Travel with kids doesn't have to be a headache or budget-buster. Emily Krause, founder of the A Mom Explores blog, shares her hard-won wisdom from years of adventuring with her four children across America and around the world.Emily reveals her top family-friendly destinations, both domestic and international. The Black Hills region offers abundant wildlife and outdoor spaces perfect for kids, while Washington, D.C., provides free museums and monuments that make it surprisingly affordable for larger families. For those ready to venture abroad, Emily explains why Costa Rica and Italy consistently deliver memorable experiences for all ages, from sloth tours to gondola rides.The conversation tackles the real challenges of family travel head-on. Emily candidly discusses her transition from spontaneous solo adventures to the structured planning required with children. She offers practical budgeting strategies, from using flight comparison tools to packing food that significantly reduces dining expenses. Her approach to packing light – one packing cube per child – demonstrates how organization and minimalism can make family trips far less stressful.What sets this discussion apart is Emily's balanced perspective on creating trips that work for everyone. Rather than exclusively catering to children's interests or forcing adult activities, she describes their family "team" approach, where everyone gets experiences they enjoy. By involving kids in planning and teaching them to celebrate others' interests, travel becomes a powerful tool for building character and consideration.Ready to plan your next family adventure? Listen now and discover how travel with children can be not just manageable, but one of life's most rewarding experiences. Check out Emily's blog at amomexplores.com for more inspiration and practical guides.• Black Hills and Badlands in South Dakota offer exceptional outdoor spaces and wildlife viewing, perfect for children• Washington, D.C., provides free museums and monuments, making it budget-friendly for larger families• Costa Rica and Italy rank as top international destinations with universal kid appeal and diverse activities• Switch from spontaneous travel to having structured plans when traveling with children• Book accommodations well in advance when traveling with larger families• Use tools like Google Flights with open destinations to find affordable options for fixed dates• Save on food by packing snacks and limiting restaurant meals to once daily• Take advantage of programs like "Every Kid Outdoors," which gives fourth graders free national park passes• Involve children in planning to build excitement and investment in the trip• Balance adult interests (museums, hikes) with kid-friendly activities and treats• Consider multi-generational travel to create memories and have extra helping hands• Pack light using packing cubes – one per child with complete outfits• Remember, you can purchase most forgotten items at your destinationCheck out Voyager Toddler Milk – USDA organic powdered milk in convenient single-serving packets perfect for travel with little ones.Wanna hit the road? Get 10% OFF your own roadsurfer adventure!https://link.roadsurfer.com/roamiesCODE: ROAMIES10And it means the world to us when you subscribe, rate and share our podcast.Alexa and RoryThe ROAMiesFollow us at:http://www.TheROAMies.com@The ROAMies: Facebook and Instagram YouTube and X.