Two friends whose husbands travel fairly often for work discuss what works – and how to make the best of it. Let’s start off by saying that when your husband is traveling, you are NOT single parenting. Even jokingly saying you’re single parenting for the week is insulting and insensitive to those who truly are…
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How to Travel with Food
If you’re cooking at home and transporting your food, pack it up so it stays nice and neat. A couple of years ago, we filled up our travel section with lots of posts (see all our travel food posts here), from how to vacation in a kitchenless hotel, to enjoying gourmet food while you travel…
Solo Summer Outings with Your Kids
Think it’s intimidating to take all your kids out by yourself? It may be, but it’s worth it. The weather is nice and the kids are out of school. It is time to get outside and have some fun with the kids! Many times though, if you want to have fun with the kids, you…
What I Wish I Knew Before Moving to Eretz Yisroel
I polled the Jerusaguide community of women to hear the tips they have to share with you. Moving to Eretz Yisroel? These days, this golden opportunity is more common than ever. But the gift is no less great. If you’re one of the lucky ones, consider yourself to have won the jackpot, because you are…
Travel Game Changer: The Pillow/Armrest Cover Hack
It’s a pillow. It’s an armrest cover. It’s easy to carry and travel with. And it’ll make flights so much cozier. So, you are traveling with kids. You are worried about lots of things. One of them “will they sleep on the plane? Will they get comfortable?” One of the most annoying things on planes…
Meet the Betty Crocker Pizza Maker’s Little Cousin
Lighter, a lot less bulky and just as efficient, this smaller version of the pizza maker is perfect when you’re traveling alone or as a couple. You know how much we love the Betty Crocker when traveling with our families to prepare hot food in a hotel room. But they are definitely bulky and take…
Where To Go, Eat, and Daven in Washington D.C.
Visiting D.C.? These are the top things to do with a family (plus restaurant and shul info). One of the great parts about visiting Washington D.C. is that most of the attractions are free! Plus, the Jewish Community of Silver Spring, Maryland is located right outside Washington D.C., so there’s plenty of places to eat…
Mid-Winter Staycation-ing In Or Around NYC? Free or Low-Cost Activities Here!
With just a bit of planning, a free mid-winter staycation can be your kids’ favorite vacation yet. Here are some ideas for free or low-cost activities around NYC. If you’re anything like me, I know exactly what you’re looking for. Day activities that most of the kids won’t totally hate, that are free, or at…
A Simple Way to Get Back Your Lost AirPods
Spend two minutes now and you’ll have a much better chance of having your airPods returned to you if you lose them. AirPods are expensive – and easy to lose. That combination has caused frustration for many people. And while we can’t really prevent you from losing them, we have a tip that can help…
What to Do At American Dream, Part 2
There’s more activities to choose from than anywhere else. You enjoy it, they have it! Think of any activity you enjoy doing, any attraction you enjoy visiting and American Dream has an option for you. There is a major amusement park, largest indoor waterpark in North America, two options of mini golf, ceramic painting, a…