Singles, whether you're visiting family over the holiday weekend or taking a vacation with family before the year is out, there are some things that we can recognize while out with our family in this season of life. I recently went on vacation with family and took a few notes on what it means to be single and on vacation—with family. While each family is different, there may … [Read more...]
7 Signs You and Your Spouse Need a Vacation…BAD!
Summer is rapidly approaching and many of us have our plans in place. Sadly, though, some of us don’t know what we want to do and that usually means that we end up doing nothing. I know it’s sad because I am one of the people still figuring things out. Although this year, I am determined to have my feet planted in the warm sand on a beach somewhere. Of course, the summer … [Read more...]
10 Tips to Protect the Family Home while You’re Vacationing
You’re very excited about your upcoming vacation and happily count the days till your plane takes off. The fresh and fabulous outfits for the family are all planned along with the coordinating accessories (lol). Everything is ready to pack and you've already brought all of the suitcases in from the garage. There’s one thing you forgot to prepare for your trip…your … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Save Money on Your Next Family Vacation
It's not impossible to save money and still have a good time on vacation. Trust me, I know this for a fact! I've compiled a list (from personal experience) of ways for you and your family to have a great time on your next little getaway, without breaking the bank. Some of these tips, I'm sure you may already know, but here are 7 ways to save money on your next family … [Read more...]
Ready for A Road Trip? 9 Tips to Help Your Trip Go Smoothly
The family summer road trip is an American tradition just like apple pie and baseball. Upcoming holidays like Memorial Day and the 4th of July are great weekends to hit the road for some family fun. We have a few tips to make sure that you're ready for the family’s big road trip. On any road trip the most important item to prepare is the family car. If you’re not going to … [Read more...]
Spring Break Ideas: Take a Black History Tour with Your Family
Let’s celebrate ‘Black History Month’ every month! Spring break vacations will soon start all across the country and they are a great opportunity to continue learning while visiting a great city/destination. Why not continue the learning process with a little black history while on vacation. We want to share two fabulous family destinations with ‘Black History’ … [Read more...]
Spring Break Ideas: Fun Family Attractions in Miami!
When we normally think of family fun or family vacations in Florida, we think of Orlando. The city of Orlando is home to countless theme parks, water parks and world famous shopping for Mom & Dad. There’s another popular city in Florida that has a lot of fun filled attractions for the entire family. Welcome to Miami! That’s right, party city Miami has a lot of … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Surviving a Family Road Trip
Taking the roadway and not the runway for your next trip? Check out these five fun tips to survive a road trip with your family. And then let us know if you have any tips for surviving a road trip? [imagebrowser id=130] … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: 5 Must-Have Travel Apps for Summer Vacations
My colleague Sheree Adams wrote a cool article last week on 'Sweet and Sexy Apps for Couples.' I can't tell you about any sweet and sexy travel apps (there aren't any) LOL, but I can bring 5 cool apps to download before you leave for summer vacation. Have you ever driven around an airport trying to avoid the airport cops, waiting for your sweethearts' plane to land? Well, … [Read more...]
10 Reasons to Travel By Train to the Next Family Vacation!
Are you tossing around ideas for the next family vacation? Are you tired of long lines at TSA checkpoints and having to pay for checked bags for every member of the family? If you answered yes to both questions, consider arriving at your next family vacation by train. Most people overlook the train as a travel option thinking its not safe, often late or just as expensive as … [Read more...]
Making Celebrations Memorable – Our Best Christmas Ever!
Some of the best times that we've had as a family didn't involve expensive over the top activities or gifts. Our best times, involved spending time together as a family and making memories that will last a lifetime. Oh yes, and eating good food. African American families are going to eat good food when get together to celebrate just about anything. After Mother's day this … [Read more...]
A Trip Down Memory Lane – Remembering Summers at VA Beach
Some of the best vacations that I've had with my family (mother, father, siblings) and now with my own kids and husband are our trips to the beach. Don't get me wrong, we love a good trip to the amusement parks just as much as the next family. But there is something so special about the quality time that we are able to spend together at the beach. So when I was … [Read more...]
BMWK Weekend Travel Guide: Spring Break Family Fun!
Moms and Dads don't sweat anymore over where to go for spring break this year. We have the perfect destination for a spring break vacation. Waterparks, Florida and spring break make a wonderful combination for a family getaway. The Coco Key Hotel and Waterpark in Orlando is an excellent choice for a fun filled family getaway. The resort is home to the largest canopy covered … [Read more...]
BMWK Weekend Travel Guide: Family Winter Fun At Great Wolf Lodge!
Getting ready for the holidays? Squeezing in that last minute shopping? How about one more family weekend getaway before Christmas? Squeeze in a little family fun and BMWK is here to help along with Great Wolf Lodge. One of America's largest indoor waterparks, Great Wolf Lodge is offering guests 15% off standard and themed suites as part of their "Snowland" winter savings … [Read more...]