The Blog  - Travel Tips, Destination Guides & Hidden Gems by Travel Avara

When I became a mom, well-meaning people including my family gently suggested that travel would need to “pause for a while.” If I am being completely honest some weren’t that gentle with comments of ‘oh I guess that’s an end to your travels.’ That trips would be harder, different, or maybe not worth it anymore. But travel has always been part of us and who we are as a family. So instead of giving it up, we simply brought my kids along. I mean kids live everywhere so why can’t

South Dakota wasn’t high on our travel list—honestly, it wasn’t even on our list—but when an irresistible American Airlines rewards deal popped up, I grabbed it. Every other year, we rotate birthday celebrations with a family trip to keep the focus on experiences, exploration, and connection. So this year, instead of throwing a big birthday party, we swapped candles for carry-ons. And somehow, South Dakota ended up being one of our favorite family adventures ever. The four of