cruising with babies: what you need to know

Our family recently went on a cruise with extended family. Even though Mike and I have cruised a handful of times–and we love it–this was our first experience with our kids. At the time of our cruise, our oldest was 15, but our youngest was just two years old. Because I went in with such… Continue reading cruising with babies: what you need to know

travel with kids in 2025: cruise deals

As a mom of seven, I know how important it is to plan vacations that are both fun for the whole family and budget-friendly. And if you’re anything like me, you want the perfect balance of unforgettable family memories without breaking the bank. That’s one of the reasons I love being a Get Away Today… Continue reading travel with kids in 2025: cruise deals

the real cost of cruising–what’s included and what’s not

Ahoy! Warmer weather is upon us and with it comes the promise of spring, which of course means Spring Break adventures! Did you know that spring is actually one of the best times to go on a cruise? As long as you book outside of the busy Spring Break weeks, you can often find great… Continue reading the real cost of cruising–what’s included and what’s not

travel budget tips with Get Away Today

You’ve probably figured out by now that our family loves to travel. Did you know we like saving money more though? Well, at least my husband does, wink wink. When we’re planning our adventures we’re always trying to do it as economically as possible. Traveling as a family of eight can really add up! Today… Continue reading travel budget tips with Get Away Today

the pros and cons of cruising

Today I’m sharing some more about our Caribbean cruise that we went on last month. All the good, the bad, and the ugly. Okay, let’s get real, there was no bad or ugly. However, like anything in life, there are pros and cons of cruising. So whether you’re on the fence about going or have been… Continue reading the pros and cons of cruising