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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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One Day in San Francisco with Kids May 4, 2021
A Weekend in Alameda, California with Kids April 26, 2021
5 Tips for Visiting San Miguel de Allende with Kids April 18, 2021

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While we love visiting new places, there are some

While we love visiting new places, there are some spots we love to go again and again. One of those is @montereybayaquarium

I have so many memories of my parents bringing me here as a child and it has been incredibe to come back as a parent and see the inquisitive faces of my own children.

My little guy was last here in January 2020 (about 18 months). At almost 3 now, he was pretty amazed by all the creatures!

Ready to visit? Here is what to know:
🐠 Tickets must be reserved online ahead of time, even for members.
🐠 Open 5 days a week now. Will resume daily schedule beginning June 1st.
🐠 For Members: you get access to the 10am entry in the booking tool (early entry). Member guest passes can be booked through the online tool, too. Only main entrance open at this time.
🐠 Masks are required for ages 3 and up. No neck gaiters, scarves, bandanas or face shields. They do enforce. The family in front of me was asked to put on a proper mask as they were wearing gaiters.
🐠 One-way path through the aquarium but, with limited capacity and so much space, we never felt crowded or rushed.
🐠 Kids play areas are currently closed.
🐠 Cafe is open with limited menu. Order on mobile app or kiosk, no cash accepted.

Has a favorite spot of yours recently re-opened?

#montereybayaquarium #montereycalifornia #montereybay #visitmonterey #member #bayarea #aquarium #aquariumview #shark #sharks #kidsactivities #travelinspiration #familytravel #daycation #daytrip

NEW BLOG POST: One Day in San Francisco with kids

NEW BLOG POST: One Day in San Francisco with kids 🌁 {link in bio}

Back in March, we spent the entire day in San Francisco with our three kids and had an absolute blast! My post will give you all the details to help you plan your own outing.

Some of our highlights:
◾Taking @blueandgoldfleet to @angelislandstatepark
◾Discovering one of the beautiful staircases of San Francisco
◾Lands End and Sutro Baths

Do you have a favorite spot in San Francisco?

#sanfrancisco #sanfranciscobayarea #sfbay #sfwithkids #sfkids #onlyinsf #sanfranciscoworld #sanfranciscowithkids #bayareawithkids #northerncalifornia #california #visitcalifornia #angelislandstatepark #blueandgoldfleet #sutrobaths #landsend #landsendsanfrancisco #travelinspiration #kidswhotravel #sisters #sisterswhotravel

FLYING WITH KIDS (DURING A PANDEMIC)... We embark

FLYING WITH KIDS (DURING A PANDEMIC)...

We embarked on our first "pandemic flight" in April after hours and hours of deliberation. We considered every detail and, ultimately, decided it was time for our family to travel again.

I wish this was some magic formula for determining "the right time" but there isn't. We considered flight time, seating on the plane, transportation, accommodation, dining options and enough outdoor things to do. We also considered the "what ifs" - what if one of us tested positive in Mexico? What if we started showing symptoms when we got home. Thankfully, it all worked out but I'm glad we were thoughtful.

Want to hear more and ask your questions? Join my IGTV with Lakshmi from @travelplusthem for a live session focused on our travel experiences with kids in the current climate. Tuesday, May 4th at 2pm PST. {Session will be hosted on the @travelplusthem
page so be sure to give her a follow to get notified when we go live).

#pandemictravel #timetotravel #travel2021 #iwanttotravel #havepassportwilltravel #havekidswilltravel #familytravel #familyvacationplanning #travelingkids #vacationtime #flyingwithkids #airport #missedtravelling #kidswhotravel #cutetoddlers #toddlersofinstagram #toddlerswhotravel #iglive

New blog post is up (link in bio): 3 day itinerary

New blog post is up (link in bio): 3 day itinerary for a weekend in Alameda, California with kids!

We stayed in a historic Victorian home booked through @airbnb and enjoyed activities like:

▪️Visiting the @usshornetmuseum that is on an aircraft carrier
▪️Flew kites and played in the sand at Crown Memorial State Beach
▪️Wandered up and down Park Street for delicious food and the most amazing toy store @toysafaritoys
▪️Grabbed wine and lunch at @rockwallwines - beautiful SF views and yummy food from @scolarisgoodeats

Read more recommendations in the blog post and start planning your getaway to Alameda!

Have you been to Alameda, California before?

#alameda #alamedacalifornia #alamedacounty #eastbay #alamedaisland #bayareawithkids #weekendgetaway #staycation #bayareablogger #travel #kiteflying #kite #crownmemorialbeach #bayviews #sfviews #sfbay #sfbayarea #eastbaylove #travelwithkids #familytravel #familyblogger

Our favorite day trip from San Miguel de Allende,

Our favorite day trip from San Miguel de Allende, Mexico was exploring Guanajuato City!

Located about 90 minutes by car, we set off in the morning with a private driver/guide from @zarcopremiumtravel 🚙

What we'd recommend with kids:
▪️Start at Monumento Al Pipila for a panoramic view of the city
▪️Take the funicular down into the main plaza (short ride, just get the one way ticket)
▪️Explore @teatrojuarez
▪️Grab a fresh fruit cup from a street vendor (the mango was incredible!) and enjoy in the Jardin de la Union (central plaza)
▪️Check out Diego Rivera's House Museum - some stairs within it so plan on babywearing or carrying little ones
▪️Try some delicious street food - tlacoyos were a favorite of my kids!
▪️Do a travel photo shoot with @shootmytravel (so many gorgeous spots for your background!)

Have you visited Guanajuato? Any other travel tips for families?

#guanajuato #guanajuatocity #mexico #mexicotravel #mexchicretreats #instamexico #instatravel #travel #travelinspiration #travel2021 #familyvacationplanning #familytravel #familytravelblog #guanajuato_mx #teatrojuarez #umbrellaalley #familyvacation #familyfun #havekidswilltravel

NEW BLOG POST: all about visiting San Miguel de Al

NEW BLOG POST: all about visiting San Miguel de Allende, Mexico with kids! Link in bio.

We had such a wonderful time in Mexico and can't wait to go back. Looking to plan to your own trip?

✈ We flew @flyvolaris into Leon (BJX)

🚙 @zarcopremiumtravel handled our airport transfers and day trips (transportation + guides)

🏠 We stayed at an AirBnB (link in blog post) in Zona Centro. Everything we needed was at our doorstep.

👧👦 With kids, our highlights were:
✔ Grabbing ice cream in the plaza and admiring the Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel.
✔ Swimming in the thermal pools at La Gruta Hot Springs
✔ Lunch at Hecho en Mexico and dinner at @quincerooftop
✔ Exploring Parque Juarez
✔ Churros from San Agustin
✔ Day trip to Guanajuato

Excited to share one of my favorite photos from ou

Excited to share one of my favorite photos from our vacation photo shoot with Jan from Shoot My Travel. We love to hire a local photographer once or twice per year to capture photos of the whole family. While I usually ask the photographer to focus on the kids, I'm glad I actually got in a few this time! #proofofmom

Have you done a photo shoot on one of your past vacations?

📷: Jan for @shootmytravel
💇‍♀️ & 💄: Vicky & Lorena from @galazmakeupstudio
👗: Wrap dress from @byjessicarey

📌 San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

#sanmigueldeallende #smamexico #smamex #shootmytravel #shootmytravelmexico #instamexico #mexchicretreats #turismosma #travelphotography #vacationphotographer #familyvacationplanning #hireaphotographer #destinationphotography #destinationphotographer #beautiful #motherdaughter #motherdaughtertime #memories #loveyourtimetogether

Can't get enough of these views! The Parroquia de

Can't get enough of these views! The Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel is, by far, the most recognized spot in town. There's a plaza immediately in front full of cafés/restaurants, street vendors and a lovely park (currently closed).

Have you been to San Miguel? Or is it on your wish list?

📌 San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

#sanmigueldeallende #guanajuato #mexico #mexicotravel #mexicowithkids #parroquiasanmiguelarcangel #beautifulchurches #beautifulchurch #church #instatravel #instamexico #turismosma #mexchicretreats #springbreaktravel #springbreak #kidswhotravel #travelfamily #familytravel #travelinspiration

San Miguel de Allende is a city in Central Mexico

San Miguel de Allende is a city in Central Mexico filled with art, culture and charm. Each building we pass is more beautiful than the next with the colonial-era architecture and bright colored plants and trees growing everywhere. I cannot stop taking pictures 📷

What is the most beautiful city you have visited?

#sanmigueldeallende #elcorazondemexico #instamexico #explorasanmigueldeallende #exploresanmigueldeallende #mexchicretreats #turismosma #mexicotravel #mexico #beautifulplaces #beautiful #pinkflowers #kidswhotravel #familytravel #sisters #sisterswhotravel

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