The Best Mongolian Food We Ate in Mongolia
The food in Mongolia was… Hit or miss. Some of it was really delicious, and some was kind of bland. All of it was worth trying, though! I was a little disappointed not to have the chance to try the more “unique” Mongolian fare like horse, marmot, or camel. I love to try unique foods all over the world. Tourism to Mongolia is light, so I was expecting to be able to find the authentic foodstuffs more easily, but I think the places we went (Ulaanbaatar and Nalaikh) were more tourism-heavy, which was a-okay, but it meant we got the “watered down” version of the local food. Nonetheless, I did zero-in on the most authentic food on the menu wherever we went. Here are the best foods we ate in Mongolia!
Your Ultimate Guide to Our Favorite Animals in Mongolia
One thing to prioritize when traveling with a toddler? Animals! My daughter is fascinated with all animals–even if she’s sometimes not interested in touching them–or letting them touch (or lick) her. When I started planning our trip to Mongolia, I was delighted to find that not only do animals play a huge part of the history and culture of the country, they are completely unique! Here are our favorite animals in Mongolia.
The Best Tips for Your Trip to Tokyo
When in Japan, you have to do it: You have to explore Tokyo! It’s modern, it’s historic, it’s for foodies, it’s for fun. We had a great time and took it nice and slow, allowing ourselves to get over our jet lag. Toddler travel is “one goal a day” travel for me as a single […]
The Best Things to Do with a Toddler in Tokyo
I’ll be completely honest here: I did not find Tokyo to be the most baby- or toddler-friendly city. Don’t get me wrong, the Japanese people could not stop cooing over my adorable little girl–obviously. That said, there was almost never a high chair or booster seat available at restaurants, and there just aren’t a lot of things to do that are geared toward babies and toddlers in the city. So, it’s a good thing my girl is used to just tagging along with me and whatever I’m doing! We looked at the pearls in the Mikimoto store (swoon), went to nice sushi restaurants with no kids’ menus, and did a lot of walking, sometimes with her in her giraffe harness, and sometimes with her in the wearable carrier attached to me. There were, however, several things my daughter enjoyed! Japan is very into “cute” things and bright colors, which toddlers also tend to love. So, without further ado, here are the best things I did with my toddler in Tokyo!
The Best Tips Before You Visit Mongolia
When people ask, “Why would you go there?’ My response is, “Why not?” And that was definitely true of Mongolia. I got more, “Why would you go there” questions about Mongolia than almost anywhere else I’ve been. I don’t think it was intended to be rude; it was just genuine curiosity. It’s not a place Americans commonly visit (yet), and it’s sort of unknown outside of what we learned in Jr. High about Genghis Khan. But there are so many good reasons to visit! As always, I want you to be more prepared than I was for my first visit. I love to take notes on what I was googling in advance and what I learned there on the ground that I wasn’t expecting. So here they are, y’all: The best tips before you visit Mongolia!
How to Apply for a Kenyan Visa as a Single Parent
I didn’t need to stress about the part I thought was so stressful. Because I’m a single parent, however, I did have to provide some unexpected, additional paperwork. And it brought up a lot of emotions for this still-new widow. So, I want you to be more prepared than I was. This is how to apply for a Kenyan visa as a single parent.
The 7 Top Things to Pack for a Toddler on Safari
Packing for a safari is kind of overwhelming, but packing for a safari for a toddler is even more so! You’ll want all the usual things, like onesies, matching outfits, dresses for little girls, diapers and wipes, etc., but specifically for a safari, you’ll need a few unexpected, or at least unusual things. Here are the top 7 things you’ll need to pack for a toddler on safari!
Everything You Need to Know about Staying at Solio Lodge by the Safari Collection
“Safari” and “Luxury” are not typically synonymous. So, thank goodness for Solio Lodge! It’s not that I’m afraid of nature, but I like staying in nice places and getting a good night’s sleep between game drives. And a full, private bathroom. Call me a diva, that’s okay. We absolutely loved our stay at Solio Lodge by the Safari Collection. Many people think their accommodation doesn’t matter, because they’re just sleeping there, right? They have never stayed at a place like this. Keep reading for everything you need to know about staying at Solio Lodge by the Safari Collection.
The Most Important Reasons Why I Took My Toddler on Safari
Was it always easy? No. When has anyone ever done something memorable that was “easy” or “comfortable?” Taking my daughter with me on this trip of a lifetime was the right choice for us. And these are the most important reasons why I chose to take my toddler on safari. (And would I do it again?)
How to Spend a Month Abroad with a Toddler (even as a single parent!)
I get it a lot: “You’re so brave!” It’s a compliment, but I have a little secret to share: It was far scarier for me to stay home during the month of January. I got a lot of questions when I told people I’d be spending an entire month in Spain with my 18-month-old daughter. I mean, a regular trip with a toddler is… A lot of work. But a month? Yikes, right? I’ll admit it was stressful, mostly in the weeks leading up to the trip. Once we were there, it was amazing. We had such a good time, and it was 100% the right decision for us. Here’s how to spend a month abroad… With a toddler!