In this festive December episode, Jenn and Mia chat with Lauren about her family’s once-in-a-lifetime adventure to meet Santa in Finland. In this episode, you’ll hear:

• What it’s really like visiting Santa’s village in Finland with your own personal elf escort (named Sparkles!)

• The moment Lauren realized that they would be driving their dog sled themselves through the Arctic snow

• Surprising foods they discovered at Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort

• Tips for planning a kid-friendly winter trip above the Arctic Circle, from packing layers to choosing the right igloo cabin

A cozy, magical episode for families dreaming of holiday travel, winter adventures, and meeting the real Santa.

Produced by Kids Travel Tales.

The Kids Travel Tales podcast is independently produced and not affiliated with any company, organization, or product mentioned in this episode.

For more information about locations or topics discussed, please contact your travel agent or the organization directly.

Want to swap family travel stories with Mama and Mia? 🌎✈️

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We’d love to feature you on an upcoming episode!

Type-A moms, this one’s for you! What happens when you take two energetic boys across France, Italy, Switzerland and onto a Carnival cruise? Kristin, a multilingual mom of two, shares her best packing tips, how she balances wine tasting with Disneyland Paris, and why Switzerland might be the ultimate kid-approved destination.

In this episode:
🧳 Europe family travel hacks — trains vs. cars, packing, and heat survival
🍫 Why Switzerland’s chocolate, boats, and trains are ideal for family travel
⛴️ The honest truth about a Carnival Cruise out of Baltimore
🚗 How an upstate New York road trip became an unexpected favorite

Produced by Kids Travel Tales.

The Kids Travel Tales podcast is independently produced and not affiliated with any company, organization, or product mentioned in this episode.

For more information about locations or topics discussed, please contact your travel agent or the organization directly.

Want to swap family travel stories with Mama and Mia? 🌎✈️

💌 Email us at kids.travel.tales.podcast@gmail.com

We’d love to feature you on an upcoming episode!

Before you book your next Vrbo or Airbnb, listen to this episode of Kids Travel Tales! Natalia shares why her family now prefers Hilton after multiple rental disasters (including on their honeymoon!), her go-to carsick remedies for kids, favorite weekend getaways, and why her daughter chooses Hersheypark over Disney World. 🍫✨

Produced by Kids Travel Tales.

The Kids Travel Tales podcast is independently produced and not affiliated with any company, organization, or product mentioned in this episode.

For more information about locations or topics discussed, please contact your travel agent or the organization directly.

Want to swap family travel stories with Mama and Mia? 🌎✈️

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We’d love to feature you on an upcoming episode!

In Episode 2, Jenn and Mia chat with Abigail — a San Diego mom with a 5-year-old son who loves travel and water play. We’ll talk about weekend getaways in Southern California, favorite resort destinations, the challenges of traveling with little ones, and what makes the San Diego area such a dream destination for families.

🌴 In this episode:

• Favorite SoCal weekend getaways for families
• Best resorts for water-loving kids
• Visiting San Diego vs L.A. with young ones
• Must-see spots: San Diego Zoo, Safari Park, Legoland, SeaWorld, and more

Produced by Kids Travel Tales.

The Kids Travel Tales podcast is independently produced and not affiliated with any company, organization, or product mentioned in this episode.

For more information about locations or topics discussed, please contact your travel agent or the organization directly.

Want to swap family travel stories with Mama and Mia? 🌎✈️

💌 Email us at kids.travel.tales.podcast@gmail.com

We’d love to feature you on an upcoming episode!

Produced by Kids Travel Tales.

The Kids Travel Tales podcast is independently produced and not affiliated with any company, organization, or product mentioned in this episode.

For more information about locations or topics discussed, please contact your travel agent or the organization directly.

Want to swap family travel stories with Mama and Mia? 🌎✈️

💌 Email us at kids.travel.tales.podcast@gmail.com

We’d love to feature you on an upcoming episode!

Why does Mia's little sister, Paloma, always want to go on vacation to Baltimore?

In this special Kids Travel Tales bonus episode, Mia interviews Paloma about the reasons she loves visiting Baltimore. (Hint: It has to do with the beautiful Baltimore Marriott Waterfront hotel. 🦀🌊)

And Mia asks the ultimate question: would Paloma rather take a trip to Baltimore or go on a Disney Cruise? 🏰🚢

Produced by Kids Travel Tales.

The Kids Travel Tales podcast is independently produced and not affiliated with any company, organization, or product mentioned in this episode.

For more information about locations or topics discussed, please contact your travel agent or the organization directly.

Want to swap family travel stories with Mama and Mia? 🌎✈️

💌 Email us at kids.travel.tales.podcast@gmail.com

We’d love to feature you on an upcoming episode!

In our first episode of Kids Travel Tales, Jenn and Mia chat with Heather — a mom of two (ages 5 and 9), who has explored some of the best (and splashiest!) indoor water parks and family resorts, including Kalahari and Great Wolf Lodge. 💦

From slides and splash zones to cruises and an all-inclusive ranch in New York, we dive into what really makes a family vacation work when your kids are at different ages and stages.

Plus, Mia answers her very first Question of the Week: “What’s your favorite part of traveling?” 🌍

Produced by Kids Travel Tales.

The Kids Travel Tales podcast is independently produced and not affiliated with any company, organization, or product mentioned in this episode.

For more information about locations or topics discussed, please contact your travel agent or the organization directly.

Want to swap family travel stories with Mama and Mia? 🌎✈️

💌 Email us at kids.travel.tales.podcast@gmail.com

We’d love to feature you on an upcoming episode!

👋 We’re Jenn and Mia! From baseball spring training to Broadway musicals and Disney Cruises, we love those magical moments that only family travel can create.

Now “Mama and Mia” want to hear from you!
✈️ What’s been your favorite family destination?
🧳 How did you manage that first flight?
💡 Got a go-to travel hack or money-saving tip?

🎧 Stay tuned — our new podcast Kids Travel Tales is coming soon!

We can’t wait to share our adventures and swap stories with families who love exploring together. ❤️

Produced by Kids Travel Tales.

The Kids Travel Tales podcast is independently produced and not affiliated with any company, organization, or product mentioned in this episode.

For more information about locations or topics discussed, please contact your travel agent or the organization directly.

Want to swap family travel stories with Mama and Mia? 🌎✈️

💌 Email us at kids.travel.tales.podcast@gmail.com

We’d love to feature you on an upcoming episode!