In today's episode, we're going to be recapping our recent trip to the Ark Encounter in Williamstown, Kentucky. We'll be talking about who the Ark is best suited for, activities, where we stayed, what went well, lessons learned, highlights of the trip, and bonus question, would we go on a weekend getaway here with our spouses?

Did we miss anything you want to know about the Ark Encounter? Send us a DM on instagram @LoKo Travel Life or shoot us an email at LoKoTravelLife@gmail.com.

Life has been crazy and hard lately. In this episode, I get pretty vulnerable and give you a glimpse into what's been happening behind the scenes as a mama to three boys ages 6, 3, and 9 months. And I share about my FIRST solo trip with my boys, the highs and lows and encourage you to get out there, face the LoKo, and take that next adventure.

Connect with us on Instagram @LoKo Travel Life (be sure to DM us with any travel questions!)

Let's be honest, traveling with your own family can be tricky. Add in extended family and it can be even trickier. In our experience, we've learned that talking about expectations BEFORE the trip really helps set you up for a successful trip (We are not perfect by any stretch of the imagination, but we sure try). In this episode (me, Lolo) walks through some topics and questions to chat about before the trip. Think expenses, activities, sleep schedules, and food.

If you have questions about traveling with extended family, feel free to send us a DM on instagram @LoKo Travel Life or shoot us an email at LoKoTravelLife@gmail.com. We'd love to chat with you and help you get out there. Face the LoKo and take that next adventure.

00:00 Introduction
02:00 Setting Expectations for Expenses
02:50 Food Planning
05:40 Activity Planning
07:45 Sleep Arrangements

Thinking about taking a cruise for your next vacation? Then this episode is for you! There are so many options for cruising. In this episode, we'll help you narrow your focus to key areas that will equip you to book the cruise that is the best fit for you and your kiddos. We'll talk through 4 tips we learned from our recent 6-night Western Caribbean family cruise on Royal Caribbean's Odyssey of the Seas.

Have questions about cruising? We'd love to help! Send us a DM on instagram @LoKo Travel Life.

Don't forget to check out Episode 11 for some practical tips on how to set aside money for travel, how to stay on budget when traveling, and what to do when traveling might be out of your budget right now.

You might be thinking, how are there any lows when going on a cruise? But, let's just be real. Life happens (even when you're on vacation). Join us for real life with LoLo and KoKo as we share both the highs and lows of cruising with our families.

Have questions about cruising? We'd love to help! Send us a DM on instagram. Find us on Instagram @LoKo Travel Life.

If you're new here, we took our families (Nana and Papa, LoLo's Family (Mom & Dad plus almost 3 year old), and Koko's Family (Mom & Dad plus a 6 year old, 4 year old, and 8 month old) on Royal Caribbean's Odyssey of the Seas at the end of January. We had an absolute BLAST!

We love cruising and this was our first cruise with all of us since November 2019. Crazy to think it's been that long. Spoiler alert, we LOVED it and are already planning our next cruise.

We hope this episode inspires you to get out there, face the LoKo, and take that next adventure.

Join us as we reflect on our adventures and lessons learned in 2023 and look ahead to what’s ahead in 2024. We chat through highs and lows in 2023, our biggest takeaways, and what we are looking forward to in 2024. We know it’s a bit late, but in our book, it’s never too late to reflect on the year and look ahead to what’s next. We can’t wait for you to get out there, face the LoKo, and take that next adventure.

Connect with us!
Find us on Instagram @LoKo Travel Life (be sure to DM us with any travel questions!)

Whether you're an anxious mom looking for tips on road trips and camping or simply curious about the power of early associations in children, this episode is for you!

In this episode, we sit down with fellow mama and therapist, Amberly Stevens, as we dive into the fascinating world of brain development, core memories, and the impact of travel on a child. 🧠✈️

Amberly shares her insights and personal experiences on how core memories are formed and how travel can create lasting impressions in a child's mind. From firing the senses to building positive associations, this conversation is filled with valuable knowledge and relatable stories.

Connect with LoLo and KoKo!
Find us on Instagram @LoKo Travel Life (be sure to DM us with any travel questions!)

Have you ever wondered if you should use a travel agent? Is it even in your budget? What kind of services do they provide? Then this episode for you! In today’s episode, KoKo and I sit down with fellow mama, podcaster, and travel agent, Ashley Kindsvatter and dive into the services she offers, who could benefit from using a travel agent, and debunk one of the common misconceptions about them. So throw in your ear buds, take care of that next thing on your to-do list, and come along with us as we learn more about travel agents and planning that next adventure.

Connect with Ashley!
Find her on Instagram @ kindventures.travel
Check out her website https://www.kindventurestravelllc.com/
Send her an email at kindventures.travel@gmail.com

Connect with LoLo and KoKo!
Find us on Instagram @ LoKo Travel Life (be sure to DM us with any travel questions!)

00:00 Introduction: The Role of Travel Agents
01:03 Meet Ashley: Travel Agent and Adventure Planner
01:59 Services Offered by Travel Agents
03:08 The Value of Personalized Travel Planning
04:00 The Travel Agent Network: How It Works
05:42 Customizing Your Travel Experience
10:44 The Importance of Budget in Travel Planning
11:39 Debunking Misconceptions about Travel Agents
15:46 The Benefits of Traveling with Kids
18:07 Conclusion: How to Connect with Ashley