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Trekaroo Trekaroo is a community of parents who share family travel advice on exploring new places with kids. Sometimes we learn from our misadventures too.

The Story Behind Trekaroo
Four months after our first son was born, we decided to venture to the stunning ruins of Macchu Picchu in Peru. As avid travelers before kids, we were determined to keep exploring. It didn’t take long to discover that traveling with a baby was a whole different ballgame. As anxious parents we searched high and low for other parents who had been to Peru with their kids. We

had a million questions that no guide book seemed to answer. The more we traveled, the more we dreamt of an online community of like-minded parents who we could trade travel advice with. More than a year after the initial idea and with no go-to resource for traveling parents, we realized we had to build it. We knew from first-hand experience that the correct advice can mean the difference between going and staying home. As our kids became adventurers themselves, exploring together has become a family hobby. Sometimes this takes us to a nearby tide pool along the California coast, while other times, you’ll find us scaling Mayan ruins (we’re counting down the days to this even as I write). Every time we find a delightful discovery, it’s exciting to share it with other Trekaroo families. Whether you are new to traveling as a family or a veteran, we welcome you to Trekaroo with open arms.

Did you know that you can book hotels, VRBOS, cruises, rental cars tours, theme park tickets, and more on Trekaroo and i...
13/05/2024

Did you know that you can book hotels, VRBOS, cruises, rental cars tours, theme park tickets, and more on Trekaroo and it will cost you exactly the same as if you book on the big sites except us little guys will receive a commission?

https://bookings.trekaroo.com/?utm_source=trekaroov2

Many small businesses (Trekaroo included) have been impacted financially by some changes at Google but you can help by remembering us when you book your travel. Simply click through to your favorite booking websites through our bookings page and we will receive a commission. Thank you so much Trekaroo families!

Trekaroo is family travel powered by real parents and family vacation experts. Find the best kid friendly activities and hotels.

Have you started your summer trip planning yet? National Parks are always on the top of our list.
11/05/2024

Have you started your summer trip planning yet? National Parks are always on the top of our list.

From rafting to climbing to snorkeling and horseback riding, these family-friendly national park adventures are sure to create memories that last a lifetime.

Our partner, Get Away Today has a great ticket offer for Walt Disney World right now. They have tickets for Walt Disney ...
13/03/2024

Our partner, Get Away Today has a great ticket offer for Walt Disney World right now.

They have tickets for Walt Disney World Resort Parks starting at just $99 per day!

This exciting offer is valid for travel April 2 - September 28, 2024 and is one of the most affordable ways to experience the parks. Click the link below for details.

Get Away Today can help you plan your dream trip to Disney World and Universal and has great lodging and ticket packages as well!

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Trekaroo is family travel powered by real parents and family vacation experts. Find the best kid friendly activities and hotels.

Get Away Today is giving away a 4-Night/5-Day trip to the Walt Disney World Resort stay for travel May 1 - 5, 2024 and w...
13/03/2024

Get Away Today is giving away a 4-Night/5-Day trip to the Walt Disney World Resort stay for travel May 1 - 5, 2024 and we want a Trekaroo family to win! All the details can be found in the link below. Enter now through March 22, 2024 and make your family's dreams come true! https://app.viralsweep.com/sweeps/full/289c1d-154677?framed=1&tpid=154677&tptime=1709936566&tphash=ccea983cd1

Trekaroo is family travel powered by real parents and family vacation experts. Find the best kid friendly activities and hotels.

It's wintertime, but maybe it's time to start dreaming of a backpacking trip!
01/02/2024

It's wintertime, but maybe it's time to start dreaming of a backpacking trip!

Get into the wild with our 16 picks for the best beginner backpacking trips. These are the best locations for getting outside and learn something new about yourself and your world.

Georgia State Historic Sites are offering free admission on Sunday, February 5 as part of Georgia History Festival’s sta...
29/01/2024

Georgia State Historic Sites are offering free admission on Sunday, February 5 as part of Georgia History Festival’s statewide celebration.

Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites

Sunday, February 11, 2024 To spotlight Georgia’s fascinating past, State Historic Sites are offering free admission on Sunday, February 11, 2024. The event is part of Georgia History Festival’s statewide celebration of “Super Museum Sunday.” Visitors can see the Cherokee Nation’s first new...

Looking for the secret to free airfare for your family vacations? We review the Families Fly Free program.
26/01/2024

Looking for the secret to free airfare for your family vacations? We review the Families Fly Free program.

A comprehensive Families Fly Free review including details about the program and why we recommend this program designed to secure free airfare for families.

Anyone go camping in the wintertime? Get the tips!
12/01/2024

Anyone go camping in the wintertime? Get the tips!

Cold weather camping is a great way to get outside in the winter with your family. We offer camping tips as well as some great locations to camp.

Planning a trip to Disneyland with your little ones?
09/01/2024

Planning a trip to Disneyland with your little ones?

There are lots of great rides at Disneyland Resort, but what are the best Disneyland rides for toddlers & preschoolers? Here are our 19 favorites for tots.

Yearning for sunny San Diego, California?
28/12/2023

Yearning for sunny San Diego, California?

One of our favorite family destinations is San Diego because there are so many awesome things to in San Diego with kids. Explore beaches, animal attractions, & much more!

Find the best places to go snow tubing in North Carolina!
15/12/2023

Find the best places to go snow tubing in North Carolina!

Looking for winter fun? Here are 10 great places to enjoy snow tubing in NC for 2023-2024, from ski resorts to dedicated tubing parks. We share everything you need to know.

Get your fall foliage fix in the Hudson Valley!
30/11/2023

Get your fall foliage fix in the Hudson Valley!

New York’s Hudson Valley fall foliage is a site to behold. Just a short drive away from the biggest metropolis in the country, here are 12 spots to enjoy it.

Pennsylvania has lots of pumpkin patches but we have found several that are among the best of the best! Check out our pi...
11/10/2023

Pennsylvania has lots of pumpkin patches but we have found several that are among the best of the best! Check out our picks for 10 of the best pumpkin patches in Pennsylvania!

The best pumpkin patches in Pennsylvania have lots of fun activities, great food, and plenty of pumpkins. Here are our top picks for 2023.

Are you ready to hop on a hayride and go pumpkin picking? Then be sure to check out our picks for the 10 best pumpkin pa...
11/10/2023

Are you ready to hop on a hayride and go pumpkin picking? Then be sure to check out our picks for the 10 best pumpkin patches in Maryland before you do!

There are patches scattered throughout the state, but where are the best pumpkin patches in Maryland? Our expert shares 10 of her favorites for 2023.

We love a great pumpkin patch and New York has some of the best around. Here are 11 pumpkkin patches in New York you wil...
11/10/2023

We love a great pumpkin patch and New York has some of the best around. Here are 11 pumpkkin patches in New York you will want to visit this October.

As the leaves begin to change color and a crispness fills the air, pumpkin patches in New York State open their gates. Here are 11 of our fav's for 2023.

Pumpkin patch season is here and we have a great guide to all the best pumpkin patches in New Jersey. Find a few near yo...
11/10/2023

Pumpkin patch season is here and we have a great guide to all the best pumpkin patches in New Jersey. Find a few near you and go patch hopping this Halloween season!

Where do you go for the best pumpkin patches in New Jersey? We have the answer! Here’s where to find 26 great pumpkin patches in NJ.

Who knows which city this is in? And what is inside this glass dome?
28/06/2023

Who knows which city this is in? And what is inside this glass dome?

Family bike ride through the tegallalang rice terraces north of Ubud. One of the favorite things I have done in Bali! Vi...
25/06/2023

Family bike ride through the tegallalang rice terraces north of Ubud. One of the favorite things I have done in Bali! Visiting small villages, balancing on elevated walkways next to irrigation canals, and visiting local families. A little scary negotiating the larger roads with local cars and motorbikes. Not recommended for kids but great fun with teens who are competent cyclists. For the most part a super fun experience with that we booked on
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We (Brennan and LiLing) are very excited to toast a momentous milestone we have been working on for 3 years. Bringing Sh...
28/04/2023

We (Brennan and LiLing) are very excited to toast a momentous milestone we have been working on for 3 years. Bringing Sharlene Earnshaw on as a partner at Trekaroo.

Sharlene is no stranger to the Trekaroo community. She has labored with us for 13 years on Trekaroo taking on more and more reaponsibility and leadership. She started off as a contributor to our website like so many others but her obsession with sharing travel advice tested through her adventures with her twins caught our attention right away. She became a Superoo and soon after agreed to come
onboard as the editor of the Trekaroo blog. A couple years later. She took on the important role as editor-in-chief of our entire website. She has been so much more than an editor. She trained and mentored so many moms and dads into excellent travel writers, she’s mastered the ever changing landscape of search engine optimization, and persevered under so many trying situations.

When we had our third child, she held things together when I couldn’t think about anything. When we were discouraged and exhausted Sharlene was incredibly patient and tenacious. During the pandemic, she kept faith that Trekaroo would survive and thrive again one day. We began handing over the reigns for directing the strategy and financial aspects of Trekaroo over to her and she has risen to the task again and again. Under her leadership, Trekaroo’s future has never been more promising.

So it is with great pleasure that I officially hand her the role of CEO while I step into a supporting role. I will still continue to write about travel and consult with those seeking to reach families who travel. But for now, I am confident Sharlene is going to lead Trekaroo well into this next stage of growth. Please join us in raising a toast to Sharlene.

Happy Birthday, Trekaroo! 14 years ago you came out into the world. Who could have dreamed of the adventures we would sh...
23/01/2023

Happy Birthday, Trekaroo! 14 years ago you came out into the world. Who could have dreamed of the adventures we would share together as this community grew. We've welcomed so many different voices. Families of every shape and shade. We've watched each other's children grow up and inspired younger families to get out to explore this beautiful world. Get a glimpse of the Trekaroo community from all around the world through the years. Thank you all for sharing with one another, for all your encouragement through the years.

Tag a friend who you met through Trekaroo or love traveling with.

- Sharlene Earnshaw,
LiLing Pang,
Brennan Pang

Are you sick of the cold, yet? If you are craving some warmth you will want to check out these 18 incredible warm weathe...
14/12/2022

Are you sick of the cold, yet? If you are craving some warmth you will want to check out these 18 incredible warm weather destinations that you can visit this winter without a passport!

Pick a destination, dig out those tank tops and shorts, and go soak up the sun!

https://blog.trekaroo.com/warm-winter-vacations-in-the-usa-for-families/

Are you sick of the cold? Then you will love these incredible warm winter family vacations in the USA where you can soak in the sun & leave those parkas behind.

When it comes to searching for a family-friendly ski destination, Utah has it all – incredible snow, family-friendly ski...
14/12/2022

When it comes to searching for a family-friendly ski destination, Utah has it all – incredible snow, family-friendly ski resorts, charming ski towns, and amazing dining options.

And where else but in Salt Lake City can visitors access 10 world-class ski resorts within an hour’s drive of the airport?

Here is our guide to the best ski resorts in Utah. It includes great information on season passes and the awesome $49 Utah Ski Passport for 4th, 5th, and 6th graders.

https://blog.trekaroo.com/best-ski-resorts-in-utah/

The best ski resorts in Utah each have something different to offer skiers & snowboarders. We break it all down plus share details on 2022-23 season passes.

Christmas in Washington DC is an experience your family will never forget. Here is your guide to the best Washington DC ...
28/11/2022

Christmas in Washington DC is an experience your family will never forget. Here is your guide to the best Washington DC Christmas events, shows, and experiences for 2022.

Many of these experiences require advance reservations (even if they are free) so start planning now!

https://blog.trekaroo.com/10-washington-d-c-holiday-events-and-attractions-to-enjoy-with-your-family/

Christmas in DC is the best! Here are our favorite Washington DC Christmas events for 2022, including shows, ice skating, tree lighting, and much more!

Christmas in Boston is filled with history, lights, and plenty of holiday cheer. Here are the best Boston Christmas even...
28/11/2022

Christmas in Boston is filled with history, lights, and plenty of holiday cheer. Here are the best Boston Christmas events, experiences, and shows for 2022.

https://blog.trekaroo.com/holiday-events-near-boston/

Christmas in Boston is special. These are the best Boston Christmas events for families to enjoy in 2022 from the Frog Pond to the Nutcracker.

Grapevine is the Christmas Capital of Texas and a destination any Christmas lover needs to visit! Here is your guide to ...
28/11/2022

Grapevine is the Christmas Capital of Texas and a destination any Christmas lover needs to visit! Here is your guide to Grapevine Christmas events for 2022, including the return of ICE! at the Ga***rd Texan.

https://blog.trekaroo.com/ho-ho-ho-in-the-christmas-capital-of-texas-grapevinetx/

Christmas in Grapevine is magical! This is your guide to the Christmas Capital of Texas. A Grapevine Christmas is one you don't want to miss. Updated for 2022!

Dallas Metroplex are you ready to have the BEST CHRISTMAS EVER? Then you will definitely want to get these Dallas Christ...
28/11/2022

Dallas Metroplex are you ready to have the BEST CHRISTMAS EVER? Then you will definitely want to get these Dallas Christmas events, shows, and attractions on your holiday calendar.

We believe experiences make for the best gifts. Many of these amazing experiences required advanced reservations (even if they are free) so start planning now.

https://blog.trekaroo.com/dallas-christmas-events/

Are you spending Christmas in Dallas? Use this guide to all the best Dallas Christmas events in 2022, from holiday light displays to unique shows and events.

Chicagoland are you ready to have the BEST CHRISTMAS EVER? Then you will definitely want to get these Chicago Christmas ...
28/11/2022

Chicagoland are you ready to have the BEST CHRISTMAS EVER? Then you will definitely want to get these Chicago Christmas events, shows, and attractions on your holiday calendar.

Family time is important and many of these amazing experiences required advanced reservations (even if they are free) so start planning now.
https://blog.trekaroo.com/top-holiday-events-to-enjoy-with-kids-around-chicago/

Christmas in Chicago is a big deal! Check out the best Christmas things to do in Chicago in 2022 including Zoolights, Illumination: Tree Lights, & Christkindlmarket.

Northern California are you ready to have the BEST CHRISTMAS EVER? Then you will definitely want to get these Christmas ...
28/11/2022

Northern California are you ready to have the BEST CHRISTMAS EVER? Then you will definitely want to get these Christmas events, shows, and attractions on your holiday calendar.

We believe experiences make for the best gifts. Many of these amazing experiences required advanced reservations (even if they are free) so start planning now. This guide covers the San Francisco Bay Area, San Jose and the Silicon Valley, Sacramento, and beyond.
https://blog.trekaroo.com/top-holiday-activities-for-kids-in-northern-california/

Your complete guide to Sacramento Christmas events, Bay Area holiday fun, and more Christmas activities across Northern California for 2022, inlcuding some Central Coast destinations.

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