From the monthly archives:

February 2008

Accessible Family Vacations

Recently, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition aired the Hughes Family episode. The team built a new home for the Hughes Family and their blind, disabled son, Patrick Henry. Patrick Henry is an inspiration to people of all abilities, with his words and music. The show sent the Hughes Family to London, showing that families of all [...]

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LOST Film Sites in Hawai’i

by CajunMama

I’m a television freak. If you add travel into the TV mix, I’m even more fanatic about it. That’s why I love Thursday night television. CBS has Survivor and ABC is airing new episodes of LOST.
A few years ago I had an

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Away.com’s Site of the Week

by CajunMama

The Traveling Mamas are very excited to be named the Site of the Week at Away.com’s new family travel blog.
You can read what the editor had to say about us here.

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Q & A with a Traveling Mama – Chanize Thorpe

by CajunMama

Chanize Thorpe, a freelance travel writer/editor, is a Traveling Mama who lives in New York with her husband and three children. She has traveled the world and has agreed to share some of her insights on being a mama and traveling.
How did you first become a Traveling Mama?
My dad was in the military so I’ve [...]

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The Daytona 500 Experience

by CajunMama

Today marks 50 years of The Daytona 500, a glorious day for race fans. This is the Super Bowl of car racing in the US, conducted at the birthplace of NASCAR. It is a day of honor and glory for men across our nation, a time where they can sit in their recliners wearing a [...]

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Kids and Casinos

by CajunMama

Is it really a good idea to bring a kid to a casino? It may not be tops on your list for a family vacation, but it is definitely worth looking into. Casinos aren’t just for senior travel anymore.
MudslideMama’s post about Morongo Casino brought to mind my family’s weekend trip to Paragon Casino Resort in [...]

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A Valentine’s Day No Getaway

by CajunMama

Anniversaries, birthdays, and Valentine’s days are those special dates that come around where Mamas hope for romance and loving and maybe a romantic trip.
Sometimes, though, life gets in the way.
This Traveling Mama experienced a low point in her life when the Birthday and Anniversary occurred a week after a hysterectomy. Yes, TMI, but I want [...]

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Planning a Summer Vacation

by CajunMama

Planning family travel and summer vacation isn’t always pleasant. Here are some top tips on finding destinations for the entire family, including the moms and dads.
As Seen on The Around Town Show – Feb 3, 2008 Cox Communications Channel 4 Baton Rouge, LA
Planning a Summer Vacation
School may not let out until the end of May, but now is [...]

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Dogs on Parade, Beads of Power

by CajunMama

Have you ever heard of a dog parade? New Orleans is one of the many destinations that celebrates Mardi Gras with a different kind of twist. The Krewe of Barkus weaves through the French Quarter, offering hilarious costumed canines on parade.
My last full day in New Orleans consisted of lots of food and fun. A [...]

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