Ready Set Depart
Want to travel with your family but not sure where to start? You can do it! Really!
Whether you're dreaming of a trip around the world or a weekend getaway one county over, Ready Set Depart is here to help. We share real-life tips, planning advice, and ideas to keep kids happy along the way. Let’s make travel doable, and fun, for your whole family.
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Latest Episodes
Episode 44: Westport, Washington: The Beach Town Where Slowing Down Is the Point
What if the perfect family vacation is somewhere there really isn't that much to do?Westport, Washington, has been one of our family's favorite places for years, and that's a big part of the reason why. It's quieter and less touristy tha...
Episode 43: Is LEGOLAND California Worth It? An Honest Review for Families
If you have a kid who loves LEGO, you’ve probably wondered: Is LEGOLAND California actually worth adding to a Southern California vacation? And maybe more importantly, is there a “right” age to go?For about a year, we lived just 30 minut...
Episode 42: This or That: Our Family Edition
Sometimes it's fun to take a break from destination guides, travel tips, and itineraries and simply celebrate the different ways families travel. That's exactly what we're doing in this episode.Brent joins me as we work our way through a...
Episode 41: Washington, DC: Two Air & Space Museums... Which One Is Better?
Did you know Washington, D.C. is home to not one, but two Smithsonian Air & Space Museums? In this episode, I'm comparing the National Air and Space Museum on the National Mall with the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia, so...
Episode 40: America Turns 250! Here's How Families Can Celebrate
America is turning 250, and there's never been a better time to explore the history, stories, and places that make this country unique.In this episode of Ready Set Depart, I will share simple and meaningful ways families can celebrate Am...