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Hi! I’m Kristina. Join me as I share my experiences traveling with my husband and 3 kids around the globe.

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Travel Review: My Stay at Civana Resort in Arizona July 30, 2021
Travel Review: Staying at Railroad Park Resort in Dunsmuir, California July 21, 2021
Ultimate Guide to Great Wolf Lodge, Northern California June 30, 2021

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After a day of relaxation at @civanaresort yesterd

After a day of relaxation at @civanaresort yesterday, I turned it up a notch today and opted for a little adventure by going on an early bird hike to nearby Jewel of the Creek Preserve.

Civana made hiking so easy - they had two friendly guides waiting for us in the lobby who shuttled us to the trailhead, they had extra water for everyone and we learned so much about the local ecosystem along the way. The loop was about 2 miles.

Arizona received an unprecedented amount of rain the past few days so there was a good amount of water. The monsoon also washed out a bridge so we took our shoes and socks off and waded across (only about a foot deep) but not what we had expected!

Nonetheless, it was a fun day and looking forward to the rest of my stay at Civana!

Have you ever had an unexpected detour on a hike? I'd love to hear about it!

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NEW BLOG POST: Planning a stay at Railroad Park Re

NEW BLOG POST: Planning a stay at Railroad Park Resort in Dunsmuir, California 🚂

Did you know there's a place to stay in Northern California where your hotel room is actually an authentic train caboose? Look no farther than @railroadparkresort

Some tips:
▪️For my families of 5 out there, they have two cabooses which sleep 5 (1 Queen bed, 3 Twin beds). Be sure to plan ahead to snag one of these!
▪️Railroad Park Resort has a pool and hot tub. We love having an onsite amenity like this to keep the kids busy.
▪️So much to do in the area - head up to @lakesiskiyoucampresort and kayak, paddleboard or boat
▪️@mtshastaskipark has summer recreation including hiking, biking and disc golf ⛳
▪️From the Bay Area, it is a 4-5 hour drive so consider doing this along another destination. Need some ideas? How about Burney Falls (1 hour) or Lassen National Park (less than 2 hours). If you're OK with another 4 hours, you could do Sunriver, Oregon, Crater Lake National Park or Redwood National Park.

Have you ever visited this part of California?

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"Fill your life with experiences, not things. Have

"Fill your life with experiences, not things. Have stories to tell, but stuff to show."

If our family had a motto, this would be it. Traveling with kids is hard (not going to lie) but the rewards are immeasurable. As we try to become more minimalist (also hard!), we're hoping to instill the experiences over stuff notion into the kids. I will have achieved success when my kids list @delta gift cards on their Christmas lists 😉

Has anyone else tried to prioritize experiences over stuff in their lives (or their child's)? Would love to hear any tips you have to pass along!

📍Waiting for our flight to Belize City, June 2021

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TRAVEL TIP: be sure to research if you need any sp

TRAVEL TIP: be sure to research if you need any special clothing or footwear for activities on your trip BEFORE you leave! ✈

Examples:
👟You usually need a sturdy, closed toe shoe for activities like ziplining.
👖We have found some activities (like horseback riding) recommend long pants.
👙 Even when we're planning to stay dry, there have been excursions where a swimsuit and/or a change of clothes is needed, just in case.

Check with your hotel or tour operator prior to leaving home. They often have a recommended list of clothing or gear to bring.

Have you ever had a very specific item you've needed to bring or wear for an excursion when traveling? If so, were you prepared?

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NEW BLOG POST: Ultimate Guide to Great Wolf Lodge

NEW BLOG POST: Ultimate Guide to Great Wolf Lodge (Northern California)

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We did a quick but fun trip to the new @greatwolflodge in Manteca, California last weekend and my family had an absolute blast! We only did one night but we maximized our time and felt like we got a full experience. More tips in the blog but here are a few...

(1) Check-in is at 4pm but you can access the pool at 1pm. We met for lunch in the shopping center nearby (several options from fast food to sit down), did mobile check-in and then picked up our wristbands from the front desk. Luckily, our room was ready but, in case it isn't, consider packing your swim gear separately to get the fun started.

(2) Food options are surprisingly reasonable. Maybe I have been burned by previous theme park experiences where food is ridiculously priced and not very good. Great Wolf Lodge actually proved me wrong on both fronts - food was actually quite reasonably priced (ex. got five decent sized slices of pizza that actually tasted good for $15).

(3) To beat the crowds, consider going when others leave the pool for dinner (seemed to thin out around 4-5pm), stay put, grab some food from Buckets or Timbers (accessible from inside the pool area) and stay until closing at 8pm (outdoor pool did close an hour earlier). Same goes for the morning, line up 5-10 minutes before opening time and enjoy the place before the crowds descend.

Read more tips and get answers to common questions in my new blog post (link in bio).

If you have any other questions about visiting, drop a question below or in the blog comments.

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NEW BLOG POST: everything you need to know about v

NEW BLOG POST: everything you need to know about visiting @sweetsongslodge in San Ignacio, Belize. Link in bio.

I can't say enough great things about this property - great location along the Macal River, nice accommodations (including a tree house option!), so much to do at the resort and in the local area plus a top-notch staff and amazing food.

On top of this, they also have the Travel Better program to donate money to local organizations for every night a guest stays (guests are also invited to match the donation). We also were able to bring supplies for a local school through @packforapurpose.

If Belize has ever been on your list, I highly recommend planning something for late 2021 or sometime in 2022. While you could do a stay in the jungle on its own, it pairs well with a beach or island stay (so many options!).

Would you want to stay in the jungle, at the beach or both if you visited Belize?

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During our time in Belize, we visited the Green Ig

During our time in Belize, we visited the Green Iguana Conservation Project (@iguanaconservationprojectbze) located at the @sanignaciobelize in San Ignacio.

This was an outing while we were staying at @sweetsongslodge - we were able to book a private tour for just our family so the kids got plenty of up close time with the iguanas!

What to know:
🦎 Tour is about 45 minutes long
🦎 Great for all ages - there were some steps down to the iguanas so try to skip the stroller
🦎 We booked through our hotel but you can also book directly with the San Ignacio Resort Hotel on their website.

Did you know that all the iguanas you see in these photos are Green Iguanas? The young ones have the bright green color and the older ones have the slightly darker color.

Would you hold an iguana??

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Do you enjoy non-motorized water sports like kayak

Do you enjoy non-motorized water sports like kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding? We do! In the last year, we've definitely done more than in past years partially because the kids are finally at an age where it has become more enjoyable!

On our recent time in San Ignacio, Belize, we did a guided canoe paddle down the Macal River while staying at @sweetsongslodge - our guide, Carlos, was fantastic and the kids did have fun even though it took us nearly twice as long as planned to go downstream since it was a windy day.

Where is your favorite place to kayak, canoe or stand-up paddleboard?

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One of the must-do excursions while in San Ignacio

One of the must-do excursions while in San Ignacio, Belize is a visit to the Xunantunich Mayan Ruins. The entire complex has six plazas and the towering El Castillo as the focal point (it's actually the second tallest structure in Belize!).

We chose this site to visit as it's only 20 minutes from @sweetsongslodge - we wanted our kids to learn about the Mayan empire but also needed to consider that they probably wouldn't last on a full day outing with the heat and humidity. This fit the bill perfectly!

If you do decide to climb El Castillo, it is a fair number of stairs and there are some drop-offs so keep little ones close by! Sturdy shoes, sun protection and lots of water are a must.

Have your ever visited a Mayan site? This was my fourth one - I love learning about the history and culture!

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