Hi Reader!

Summer travel season is coming fast—and if you’re anything like me, it sneaks up real quick between end-of-school chaos, sports schedules, and trying to remember if your sunscreen from last year is expired. 😅

Here are 10 quick things I’m doing now so we’re not scrambling later:

1. Book Lodging + Lock in Dates – Hotels, vacation rentals, campsites…prices (and availability) only go up from here.
2. Make a Packing List Template – I update mine every season based on the kids' ages and our destination. (Or, skip the overwhelm and grab my ready-to-use list below!)
3. Organize Travel Gear – Think packing cubes, toiletry bags, charging kit, pool/beach bag, or car entertainment bins.
4. Check Passports + IDs – Especially for those summer airport trips—check now so you’re not panicking in June.
5. Stock Up on Sunscreen + Travel-Size Toiletries – Grab them before store shelves get picked over.
6. Create a Travel Folder (Digital or Physical) – I keep reservation details, park passes, and confirmation numbers all in one place.
7. Prep Travel Snacks + Entertainment – Start making a list of non-messy snacks and what will keep the kids entertained on the go.
8. Plan Outfits + Laundry Strategy – I use baskets labeled by kid and start thinking about what we’ll actually wear on the trip.
9. Order Travel-Only Items – Things like mini first-aid kits, chargers, baby wipes, neck pillows, etc.
10. Talk with the Kids About the Trip – Builds excitement and helps set expectations (aka less whining!).

➡️ You don’t have to do it all today—but even knocking out a couple of these will make summer travel feel way less overwhelming.

✨AND don't forget to DOWNLOAD your FREE packing list here 👉 Packing Tips Freebie new.pdf

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Stay tuned for more packing tips, behind-the-scenes travel hacks, and inspiration to make your trips stress-free and fun. I’m all about helping you make family travel as smooth as possible, so you can create memories without the headache.

Thanks for being part of the Travel Tuesday community, and I can’t wait to connect again soon!💕

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May you LOVE your adventure!

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