Berkeley, California is a city known for its innovative food, love of upsetting the status quo, and of course outstanding academics. I still can’t believe that it took me so long to visit Berkeley, but when I finally did, what a perfect day trip it ended up being. Here is my idea of the perfect [...]
Pin ItGetting to Know Traveling Families: Caz and Craig Makepeace
As I continue my family travel series, I bring you an interview with traveling parents whose love of seeing the world is certain to continue despite the responsibilities of raising two small children. The travel blogging community is large and diverse, and two of its most visible bloggers are Caz and Craig of Y Travel [...]
A Mom’s Favorite Travel Gear
As 2012 begins, with upcoming travel plans on my mind but a very active baby on my hands, I bring you another post in my series on traveling with kids. Family travel is something I am passionate about, but honestly, it is not easy! One of the things a parent has to constantly think about [...]
My Favorite Day on the Island of Bali
I love birds. Really. So when we went to Bali the first time, I was sad not to have time to visit the Bali Bird Park but made absolutely sure we would get there during our second visit. Our one-day visit to the park and the Sangeh Monkey Forest ended up being my favorite day [...]
The Unforgettable Beauty of Point Reyes
Bright sun on the rolling grass, deer and elk standing proudly on the hills, beautiful black and white cows calmly patrolling the meadows, elephant seals barking noisily, wild expanses of rough sea… This is what we were treated to during a weekend get-away at one of California’s best, Point Reyes National Seashore. We made this [...]
Getting to Know Traveling Families: Emiel
I am thrilled to feature a few wonderful traveling families as part of my series on traveling with kids. This interview is one I am especially happy about… Even though we have never met in person, there are many great things I can say about Emiel. I’ll share a quick story that reflects what I like [...]
Reasons Not to Travel with Kids… Debunked!
Right now, as I juggle work and family, I feel like my universe revolves around my two children, so it is fitting that I begin a series of posts about traveling with kids. Over the next few months, there will be posts about places to go, family travel gear, tips for staying sane while traveling [...]
Summer Travel in California: Navigating the options
It’s July, and in Sacramento, that means it’s hot. Very hot. At this time of year, when there is not a cloud in the sky and the sun seems overpowering, we go to Brazil. However, this year, after lots of debate, we decided it would be better for me and my younger son not to [...]
I'm Jenna--travel blogger and ESL instructor playing a balancing act of living my dreams and raising 2 boys. Join me on my journey!
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The Colors of California
01/25/2012
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The Perfect Day Trip to Napa Valley
02/25/2012
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Reasons Not to Travel with Kids… Debunked!
09/20/2011
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The Freedom of Having No Expectations
04/09/2012
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Intentions for 2012
02/05/2012
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What’s up next?
05/16/2012
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Is Bali Paradise?
05/11/2012
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The Perfect Day Trip: Berkeley, California
05/08/2012
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The Beauty of Flowers
05/04/2012
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A Travel Photo Treat: Serendipity
05/02/2012
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Jeremy Branham: I haven't been to Bali but I definitely see the a...
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Jeremy Branham: Next year, I will explore a lot of Berkeley, inclu...
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Jeremy Branham: You are going to have a busy summer. I think I ma...
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Cindy: I'm so happy to know you are having a great time ...
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Jenna: Those issues are happening around the world as a r...





