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Family Travel Unpacked: Make the Most of Travel With Kids

Family Travel Unpacked: Make the Most of Travel With Kids

Von: Melissa Conn
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Family Travel Unpacked helps parents travel with kids more easily and joyfully, without losing their minds (or their luggage). Hosted by Melissa from The Family Voyage, each episode dives into real stories, smart tips, and destination inspiration to make every family trip feel doable and fun. From packing hacks to planning advice, you’ll laugh, learn, and feel ready for your next family adventure.

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  • Costa Rica With Kids
    Nov 21 2025

    Planning your perfect Costa Rica family vacation? Learn essential tips, itinerary ideas & how to pivot when travel goes wrong!

    Join Melissa from Family Travel Unpacked for a complete guide to Costa Rica with kids—from cloud forests and coffee farms to zip-lining adventures and beach resorts. After an unexpected flight diversion forced a complete itinerary change, this family of four discovered amazing destinations most visitors skip entirely.

    In this episode:

    • Essential tips: car seats, souvenirs, feeding kids & must-have travel gear
    • What to do when your flight gets diverted mid-air (yes, really)
    • Hidden gems in Costa Rica's Central Valley most tourists miss
    • Best family activities in La Fortuna including zip-lining and hot springs
    • Honest Andaz Papagayo resort review with points & miles strategies
    • Money-saving tips using credit card rewards and travel insurance
    • What worked (and didn't) for kids ages 11 and 14

    Perfect for families planning their first Costa Rica family trip or looking for adventure-plus-relaxation itinerary ideas. Includes specific recommendations for wildlife spotting with kids, maximizing points and miles and more.

    00:00 Welcome to Family Travel Unpacked
    00:44 Essential Costa Rica Travel Tips
    04:12 Unexpected Travel Challenges
    07:43 Exploring Costa Rica's Central Valley
    10:51 Adventures in La Fortuna
    14:97 Relaxing at Papagayo Peninsula
    19:50 Trip Highlights and Reflections
    24:08 Final Thoughts and Farewell

    Resources:

    Our travel binoculars

    Perfect 7 Day Costa Rica Itinerary for Families

    Andaz Papagayo Review

    La Fortuna with Kids Guide

    Costa Rica Central Valley Day Trip

    The Wildest Flight Diversion Story

    Travel Insurance Comparison Tool

    Best Travel Credit Cards for Families

    Southwest Companion Pass

    Hosted by Melissa Conn, founder of The Family Voyage, certified Child Passenger Safety Technician, and mom of two who proves family travel is achievable for everyone.

    Blog The Family Voyage

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    24 Min.
  • Mastering Microvacations
    Nov 18 2025

    Microvacations and weekend getaways don't have to be complicated! Learn how to plan the perfect 2-3 day family trip that actually refreshes you.

    Melissa shares her proven formula for stress-free microvacations: finding affordable non-stop flights, choosing hotels with breakfast included, and picking compact destinations where you can maximize fun without the exhaustion of over-planning.

    Episode highlights:

    • The microvacation formula: short flights, easy logistics, compact destinations
    • Best hotel chains for family weekend getaways (with points strategies)
    • Top microvacation destinations from the Midwest
    • Why shorter trips can be better than longer vacations
    • Real examples: NYC, Chicago, and Florida beach weekends

    Perfect for busy families juggling sports schedules, school commitments, and limited vacation days. Discover how to squeeze more travel into your year without breaking the bank or burning out.

    00:00 Introduction to Micro Vacations

    00:19 What is a Micro Vacation?

    00:38 Keys to a Successful Micro Vacation

    01:01 Affordable Flights

    01:27 Choosing the Right Hotels

    01:56 Ideal Destinations for Micro Vacations

    02:40 The Benefits of Micro Vacations

    03:15 Recap and Final Tips

    03:53 Conclusion and Additional Resources

    Resources:

    All about the Southwest Companion Pass

    Hyatt Regency Coconut Point

    Hyatt Regency Lost Pines

    Hosted by Melissa Conn, founder of The Family Voyage, certified Child Passenger Safety Technician, and mom of two who proves family travel is achievable for everyone.

    Blog The Family Voyage

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    4 Min.
  • How to Choose Your Next Family Destination
    Nov 14 2025

    Get family travel planning tips from a mom who books 10-12 months ahead! Learn how to choose destinations based on your family's schedule, using points & miles, weather, flight routes and more. Family Travel Unpacked host Melissa shares her "Where to Go When" spreadsheet system, real examples from Costa Rica and Italy, and how to balance everyone's needs with you travel with kids - from outdoor adventure to resort pools. Perfect for families juggling school schedules, dietary restrictions, and multi-generational travel.

    00:00 Welcome to Family Travel Unpacked

    01:11 Understanding Travel Constraints

    03:23 Flight Logistics and Planning

    04:39 Balancing Family Needs and Preferences

    05:26 Maximizing Points and Miles

    06:34 Organizing Your Travel Plans

    08:46 Weather Considerations

    12:24 Making the Final Decision

    14:44 Recap and Next Episode Preview

    Hosted by Melissa Conn, founder of The Family Voyage, certified Child Passenger Safety Technician, and mom of two who proves family travel is achievable for everyone.

    Blog The Family Voyage

    Get your free ebook The Busy Mom's Guide to Free Travel

    Check out my favorite travel gear and my Etsy shop!

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    15 Min.
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