When seeking out travel inspiration, I don’t have to look very far. I know my fellow travel bloggers will provide it in spades. In fact, my travel wish list for 2018 is full of destinations I’ve read about on blogs and seen on vlogs. Word of mouth recommendation is such a powerful tool and seeing how others get on travelling as a family is the ultimate seal of approval. If you are looking for inspiration then – as well as getting your travel fix here – here are five family travel bloggers to check out in 2018.
Practically Perfect Mums
Jane is a video professional, vlogger, writer and mother of three boys, aged 9, 11 and 13. On her websites, Practically Perfect Mums and Taking 5, Jane looks at the highs and lows of travelling as a family of five with school-aged children. She offers tips about getting the best family holiday deals – without sacrificing the certain level of luxury she likes to enjoy as a more mature mother! She shares popular travel videos and vlogs on her YouTube Channel PPMsTV.
Jane also writes about what’s going on in Bristol and North Somerset where she lives. She co-founded and co-runs Bristol Travel Massive Chapter as well as being actively involved in the Bristol Bloggers and Influencers group. She’s regularly invited to write and review on behalf of hotels, PR Agencies and leading travel brands and Jane and her family are always up for new travel adventures.
If you’re thinking of travelling as a family of five, why not check out some of Jane’s popular features, such as How to plan the best family trip to Normandy, find out Everything you need to know about Valleyfest music festival or discover fun things to do in Bristol, Jane’s hometown.
You can find Practically Perfect Mums on twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube
Zena’s Suitcase
Zena began her blog in 2014 after having her 2 young daughters. You can read all about her inspiring story here. Zena is passionate about travel in all its guises. She doesn’t let having a family stop her following her passion for seeing as much of the world as possible and is committed to encouraging her children and others to do the same.
Check out her solo trip to Edinburgh or find out all about exploring Hamburg with a 3 year old to help you plan your next adventure. Zena also writes about parenting and lifestyle, so it’s like dipping into a magazine, all you need is a cuppa to go with it.
You can follow Zena’s Suitcase on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Google+ and YouTube
Travel Mad Mum
When Karen, UK Travel Blogger of the Year 2017, unexpectedly found out she was pregnant, the thought of giving up her lifestyle and extensive travel plans was daunting. After some consideration, she felt really excited about incorporating her baby into her lifestyle rather than changing it.
She used her maternity leave, with both children, to take a gap year backpacking around the world. Daughter Esme has been to 30+ countries, whilst seven month old Quinn has been to 15+. Travel Mad Mum finds using maternity leave in this way provides an amazing time for family bonding. ‘It’s easier than being at home, managing a household, especially as both parents are around at all times”. Karen writes destination guides, product reviews and top tips to make it easy for parents who love to travel.
You can follow Karen on Facebook, Instagram, Google+, You Tube
Wandermust Family
The Wandermust Family are on a global adventure to prove that luxury travel doesn’t have to stop once you have a family. Their fearless approach to travel means that no type of travel or destination is off limits. 2018 is the year of their round the world trip where they will be sharing their top travel tips, product reviews, destination guides and itineraries – and of course reviews of the best the world has to offer. Leona, her husband and 2-year-old toddler are committed to seeing the world in style and their blog is certainly one to follow for 2018!
You can follow Wandermust Family on Twitter @wandermustfam Instagram, Facebook,
Suitcases and Sandcastles
Clare went all over the world as a travel writer for the Daily and Sunday Telegraph and now loves exploring with her two boys. With Suitcases and Sandcastles Clare shows you how to make travel and culture fun for the whole family with city guides, travel tips and inspiration for day trips and family holidays both in the UK and abroad.
The focus is on slowing down and taking the time to enjoy new experiences whether you’re exploring a new city, trying different foods or going on an adventure. She loves searching for hidden gems like the best laid-back Greek islands or finding fun places to stay.
You can follow Suitcases and Sandcastles on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest.
Such a great list – and most of them are new to me. Excited for some new family blogs to follow.
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Thank you so much! Enjoy following them.
Thanks so very much for including me in this list, Elizabeth. It’s so great getting travel inspiration from other blogs – it makes planning that bit easier knowing someone else has done it already.
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You’re very welcome! Your blog is brilliant for activities at home and abroad!
I’m so happy that you have found a new spirit to just go! I love solo travel for its reflective aspects.
Absolutely. Nothing beats travelling.