Tips & Advice Blog Posts
April 12, 2018
Safety: Our Number 1 Priority
“Is it safe to go there?” That’s one of the most common questions we get from parents searching for that perfect family vacation, and rightfully so. This is a question we take very seriously. Many of the countries that we help families explore each have their own unique problems. No country is immune from this,…
February 1, 2018
5 Essential Family Vacation Packing Tips
You’ve got your flights booked, your hotels and activities sorted out, and your adventure is only a week away. The only thing left to do is pack. Follow these family vacation packing tips and you’ll never have to stress about packing again! 1. Make a List Write down everything that you’ll need to bring, from…
March 1, 2018
Packing Tips and Mishaps of the TFA Staff
We spend so much time helping our travelers get ready for their adventures that admittedly sometimes we wait until the last minute for ourselves, make mistakes, and have plain bad luck. Review these packing tips so you don’t make the same mistakes we did! Know What’s in Your Carry-On Personally I have had 2 experiences…
December 21, 2017
5 Very Last Minute Gift Ideas
There is one thing that is always a guarantee during the holiday season— last minute shopping! The holidays always seem to sneak up on us between busy school schedules, winter band and chorus concerts, and holiday parties. In case you’re still looking for a last minute gift or owe someone a gift, take a look…
May 19, 2017
International Family Vacations: A Good Idea for Young Families?
I read an article recently that said there was a science behind not taking kids under the age of 12 on international family vacations. I’ve given it a lot of thought and I can’t say I agree, or at least, that has not been my experience. My boys are now 17 and 20 and we…