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Traveling as a family is an adventure! Kansas City Mom Collective has a team of contributors who have tested out destinations and will give you all the mom tips for planning a successful vacation.

Whether you’re wanting to stay within 5 Hours of Kansas City or head off on a short road trip or pack up and travel to the beach, we have the guides to get your planning started.

After your trip is planned, you likely will need more advice. Like how to entertain your toddler on a road trip or knowing the family friendly features of the MCI airport before you fly.

Our team is committed to helping you travel as a family and open your kids’ worlds to life beyond Kansas City. Happy Travels!

This post is sponsored by Visit Bentonville. Opinions belong to the writer. Road trip time. Let’s go to Bentonville, Arkansas - dubbed the Mountain Biking Capital of the World! There is so much to do and even more to eat.  My family and I...
Planning a trip to Disney World can feel like a huge undertaking! But, have no fear; we are here with all the tips for moms on planning the best vacation for your family. Join us as Megan interviews our...
I am a slightly reluctant to share how much my family deeply loves our trips to Northwest Arkansas. It’s not because we don’t highly recommend it, but rather a part of me wants me to keep these spots sacred!...
You don't have to go far to create a fun-filled family trip! Kansas City families are lucky many so many options for day and weekend trips. Join us as we visit with KCMC contributor and traveling mama, Kristin Ruthstrom,...
Just two hours east of Kansas City is a true Disney adventure — an afternoon exploring how the magic all began. It was here in Marceline, Mo., where Walt experienced so much inspiration that would eventually lead to Disney...
Just a little over three hours from Kansas City sits a gorgeous family-friendly resort that you have to see to believe. Nestled in the Ozark Mountains, on the shores of Table Rock Lake, you'll find Big Cedar Lodge. From the...
Over winter break I took my kids to Great Wolf Lodge for a fun staycation. We only stayed one night but packed in a lot of fun. This mom's guide includes all the inside tips you need to have...
My husband and I recently went on a dreamy week-long trip to Hawaii, and we left our son behind at home. It was glorious. I am a firm believer in the healing power of an adult-only trip. We find...
Looking for a one-tank kind of trip, that is COVID-friendly and all family members will find a reason to enjoy? Need a destination that is charming and picturesque, has small town charm, but offers a multitude of attractions for...
Vacations have always been a priority for our family. From the time our kids were very young, we tried to regularly schedule time away to reconnect and create great memories. Over the years, we have spent weeks upon weeks at...
I recently had a birthday. My husband and I love celebrating all the things, and he asked me numerous times leading up to it what I wanted as a gift. There wasn’t anything I could think of that I really...
I left hotels behind years ago, and since then, I’ve stayed in castles, houseboats, and ancient guard towers. I’ve stayed at dude ranches, on top of mountains, on private beaches, and in the shadow of ancient cathedrals and even...
Our first post-pandemic trip—Is it post-pandemic? Maybe post-vaccinated trip—was in March 2021. We flew to San Diego for a few days and then drove to Palm Springs for five days. Traveling with all the new policies and regulations was a...
After more than a year of no travel due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I decided that it was time for my family to bust out of Kansas for a real vacation. I had a long list of criteria, the...
This post is sponsored by Magic Mouse Travel. Kansas City Mom Collective readers can get 50% off your deposit. Email them now! My family LOVES Disney World. We’ve taken three family vacations there, including our recent trip during Spring Break....

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