by Matilda | Jun 22, 2023 | Family Travel, Tips
I love having TSA Precheck benefits and have written about how to apply for TSA Precheck and Global Entry (Global Entry includes TSA Precheck). A few readers have asked a question in the comments that I think many families would find useful: Does TSA PreCheck extend...
by Matilda | Jun 22, 2023 | Family Travel, Tips
In preparation for traveling internationally with my kids, I researched the rules regarding Global Entry (which also includes TSA Precheck) and children. Specifically, I wanted to find out: do children have Global Entry if one of their parents does? According to...
by The Travel Sisters | May 31, 2023 | Destinations, Family Travel
My family is frugal and Disney VIP tours are definitely not cheap. Still, during our last trip to Disney World in Orlando we decided to splurge and booked what is supposed to be the ultimate way to experience Disney. What exactly is a Disney World VIP tour? A Disney...
by Matilda | May 24, 2021 | Family Travel, Trip Reports
While there is no shortage of fun things to do in Chicago with kids, not all are appropriate for that tricky toddler stage. Since we live in downtown Chicago, many of our favorite activities are also perfect for visitors looking to entertain their energetic and...
by Matilda | Apr 6, 2021 | Family Travel, Trip Reports
Visiting a bunny cafe in Japan a few years ago was a trip highlight so when Cuddle Bunny opened in Chicago, I had to check it out. My kids didn’t need any coaxing to join me for some bunny snuggles and gleefully requested we visit on Easter Sunday. Booking...
by Matilda | Mar 24, 2021 | Family Travel, Southwest, Tips
Many people either love or hate flying Southwest Airlines because of its unique boarding process and open seating policy. While it can be stressful having to hustle to get a good seat on Southwest Airlines, I’ve found that with a few simple strategies that...
