Destin, Florida with a Toddler

Child and grandparent on beach in Destin, Florida

To celebrate Frankie’s third birthday, we packed up the car and headed to Destin, Florida for a long weekend at the beach. If you’re considering a beach trip with a toddler or preschooler, here’s a look at our stay in Destin and what worked well for our family.

Road Trip Essentials for Families

Snowy scene with SUV

One of our biggest challenges when traveling—especially on family road trips with kids—is packing all the things. I will be the first to admit I am an overpacker, but over the years we have learned that there are certain must-haves that truly make road trips with little ones easier and far more enjoyable.

Branson, Missouri With a 2-Year-Old

Dogwood Canyon

Planning a family trip to Branson, Missouri with a toddler (and a big crew!) can feel overwhelming, but it ended up being such a fun and memorable vacation for us. Here’s a full breakdown of where we stayed, what we did, what worked well, and what we’d change next time.