Disclsoure: The following is a sponsored post. All opinions and thoughts are my own. Please see disclosure section for additional information. Last summer my family and I had to pleasure of camping at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park in Robert, LA. Since my family and I enjoy camping, we were thrilled to know we can have some family fun, so close to the New Orleans Metro area. We loaded up the minivan, threw the bikes in the truck and waited for the kids to get off the school bus one Friday Continue Reading
Family Travel Destination- Branson Missouri #ExploreBranson #BayouTravel
My upcoming press trip to Branson is sponsored but my opinions are thoughts are completely my own. My upcoming Branson trip is soon approaching and I couldn't be more excited! Branson is a top family vacation destination for many reasons but for my family, it is a chance top visit a new location (to my family) and reconnect from our busy lifestyle. Traveling families represent roughly 36.5% of Branson's visitors and nearly 40% in the summer due to the spectacular Ozark Mountains, Continue Reading
River Cruises vs Ocean Cruises – Similarities and Differences #BayouTravel
When you hear the word cruise does a giant ocean liner automatically come to mind? For most people, that’s the only kind of cruising they are familiar with however, river cruises are another option. You may be familiar with short river cruises such as sightseeing on Thames or Seine. The river cruises I’m talking about here are multi-day trips that cover much more space. There are definite advantages and disadvantages to each, and the type you pick will largely depend on your personality and Continue Reading
Family Camping at Yogi Bear Jellystone Park Robert Louisiana #BayouTravel
Creating family memories every summer is inevitable. For my kids playing ball, riding bikes and swimming is something they do well past dinnertime. One way my family reconnects every summer is camping. A family camping trip is something my children have experienced many times. Year around, we grab a few sets of clothes, pack of our bikes and get ready to swim the evenings away. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park in Robert, Louisiana was our most recent camping experience. Only 65 miles outside Continue Reading
Cruise Travel: Top Tips for Cruising With Children #BayouTravel
Disclosure: My recent Royal Caribbean cruise aboard Liberty of the Seas was part of a press trip. My thoughts and opinions are always my own. Taking a cruise could seem intimidating to parents who feel like a vacation for the family is less than relaxing. Thousands of people in a single area, lots of pools, and plenty of places to get lost. There are a lot of reasons for families to avoid cruises. But for every potential negative there are plenty of positives as well. Taking a cruise Continue Reading
Gulf Shores Mardi Gras + Free Download Mardi Gras Printable
When I was 12 year old I had my very first New Orleans Mardi Gras Experience. It was actually a Metairie Parade, but 23 years later this blogging mama has had her fair share of Mardi Gras moments. Now that my children are older, I struggle to find ways to incorporate family vacations into the kid's school and social schedules. Do you have a teen? Trust me, that girl will NOT miss school for anything. I find myself using Mardi Gras Break as the perfect time to take a few days off of my full-time Continue Reading
Top 3 Must Haves For Family Travel
When traveling with kids of any age, parents tend to think about what they should bring along to keep them occupied and safe. There are things your child may need specifically, and you should always add that to the list, but for every child, always include these following three things. 3 things you need to take with you when traveling with kids Toys and Games Anytime you travel with your child, have them bring a favorite toy or game. Then, pack additional items that can keep them Continue Reading