https://mommy-diary.com/travel/ Motherhood, Identity & Healing—Creative Modern Motherhood Tue, 23 Jun 2026 22:01:32 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 https://mommy-diary.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/cropped-Mommy-diary-submark-white-pink-32x32.png https://mommy-diary.com/travel/ 32 32 111288181 https://mommy-diary.com/pokemon-cafe-tokyo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pokemon-cafe-tokyo https://mommy-diary.com/pokemon-cafe-tokyo/#respond Tue, 23 Jun 2026 22:00:32 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=33416 My son is a huge Pokémon fan and going to Pokémon cafe was on my bucket list. Seeing his eyes light up was the best part of this unique character dining experience. In this blog post, I’ll share all the tips and tricks to ensure you enjoy your next visit at Pokemon cafe in Tokyo....]]> https://mommy-diary.com/pokemon-cafe-tokyo/feed/ 0 33416 https://mommy-diary.com/things-to-do-in-tokyo-with-kids/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=things-to-do-in-tokyo-with-kids https://mommy-diary.com/things-to-do-in-tokyo-with-kids/#respond Tue, 01 Jul 2025 23:14:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=33465 Tokyo, a vibrant metropolis where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with futuristic technology, is a fantastic destination for families with kids. This sprawling city offers a many activities that cater to different interests and ages, making it one of the best places in Asia to explore with your little ones. I was hesitant to visit Tokyo...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/things-to-do-in-tokyo-with-kids/feed/ 0 33465 https://mommy-diary.com/healthy-road-trip-snacks/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=healthy-road-trip-snacks https://mommy-diary.com/healthy-road-trip-snacks/#respond Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=34622 To some, loading all of your kids into the car for a lengthy road trip might sound like a nightmare. But for me, I cherish the memories we make every time we hit the road on our next adventure. Road trips are such a great way to spend time with your family and explore different...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/healthy-road-trip-snacks/feed/ 0 34622 https://mommy-diary.com/mexico-city-family-travel-4-day-itinerary/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mexico-city-family-travel-4-day-itinerary https://mommy-diary.com/mexico-city-family-travel-4-day-itinerary/#respond Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:16:03 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=39619 I recently took a trip to Mexico City with my mom and my 8 year old son. It was a pilgrimage, which is undertaken to a sacred place for spiritual, religious, or personal growth. I’ve been going through some personal transformations lately, and this trip was just what I needed for my mind, body and...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/mexico-city-family-travel-4-day-itinerary/feed/ 0 39619 https://mommy-diary.com/conrad-midtown-new-york-hotel/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=conrad-midtown-new-york-hotel https://mommy-diary.com/conrad-midtown-new-york-hotel/#respond Wed, 29 Jan 2025 13:44:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=31443 New York City was on my bucket list for many years, but I always wondered what traveling to NYC as a big family of six would look like. Well, we had the opportunity to stay at stay at the Conrad Midtown New York, a Marriott Bonvoy Collection Hotel on 54th Street. Our 5-day stay at Conrad New York...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/conrad-midtown-new-york-hotel/feed/ 0 31443 https://mommy-diary.com/what-to-pack-for-a-road-trip/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-to-pack-for-a-road-trip https://mommy-diary.com/what-to-pack-for-a-road-trip/#respond Tue, 31 Dec 2024 16:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=37321 Road trips aren’t just for your girlfriends anymore! They can be a fun and exciting experience for the whole family. You can explore the country while you spend quality time with your kids.  What I especially love about road trips is that they allow you to be flexible with your schedule. You also have the...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/what-to-pack-for-a-road-trip/feed/ 0 37321 https://mommy-diary.com/snacks-to-take-on-a-plane/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=snacks-to-take-on-a-plane https://mommy-diary.com/snacks-to-take-on-a-plane/#respond Wed, 06 Nov 2024 16:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=34732 As much as I love traveling, I don’t really enjoy flying. Airplane rides are stressful, especially when you’re traveling with kids, and they can often leave you feeling exhausted, overwhelmed and SUPER hungry.  Snacking is a great way to tackle one of those issues, but the snacks served in-flight often aren’t exactly tasty and satisfying...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/snacks-to-take-on-a-plane/feed/ 0 34732 https://mommy-diary.com/travel-activities-for-kids/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=travel-activities-for-kids https://mommy-diary.com/travel-activities-for-kids/#respond Wed, 28 Aug 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=38362 Although traveling with kids looks a lot different now for our family than it did even just a few years ago, there’s no doubt that it’s a unique experience. Whether you’re traveling with infants and toddlers or teenagers, the experience can be challenging and overwhelming, but lots of fun at the same time.  Preparing enough...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/travel-activities-for-kids/feed/ 0 38362 https://mommy-diary.com/travel-hacks-with-kids/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=travel-hacks-with-kids https://mommy-diary.com/travel-hacks-with-kids/#respond Fri, 21 Jun 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=37939 We’ve enjoyed several incredible trips to our favorite travel destinations as a family, from Hawaii and Canada to South Korea and Japan. Traveling with your kids can be tough, I know, but you can definitely prepare in advance to make things easier during the travel day!  I like to think I’ve gotten the hang of...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/travel-hacks-with-kids/feed/ 0 37939 https://mommy-diary.com/ten-reasons-to-visit-jw-marriott-desert-springs/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ten-reasons-to-visit-jw-marriott-desert-springs https://mommy-diary.com/ten-reasons-to-visit-jw-marriott-desert-springs/#respond Wed, 29 May 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=16651 Desert Springs is one of our favorite getaways in Southern California because it’s close enough for a weekend trip but far enough to feel like a vacation. Whenever we feel caught up in the busyness of life and need a little getaway with the family to reconnect, recharge and reset, we load up our trunk...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/ten-reasons-to-visit-jw-marriott-desert-springs/feed/ 0 16651 https://mommy-diary.com/packing-tips-for-vacation-summer-essentials/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=packing-tips-for-vacation-summer-essentials https://mommy-diary.com/packing-tips-for-vacation-summer-essentials/#respond Wed, 22 May 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=22020 This past week, we traveled back to one of our favorite family destinations, Oahu. My family and I discovered so many great vacation essentials on this trip. Our experience was amazing, but it reminded me that as much as I love to travel, packing can be downright stressful. So, today I’m going to share some...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/packing-tips-for-vacation-summer-essentials/feed/ 0 22020 https://mommy-diary.com/summer-beach-bag-essentials/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=summer-beach-bag-essentials https://mommy-diary.com/summer-beach-bag-essentials/#respond Fri, 03 May 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=22712 Few things are as enjoyable as enjoying the sunshine with your family during a day at the beach. One of my favorite activities to do as a family during the summer months is going to the beach. But before you put on your flip-flops, pack up the car, and go, make sure you have everything...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/summer-beach-bag-essentials/feed/ 0 22712