Chasin’ Surf Family Travel Blog
Welcome to Chasin’ Surf – A Unique Family Travel Blog
We are obsessed with travel and love dragging our kids along for the ride. We usually squeeze in 4–5 big family adventures each year. After years of exploring everywhere from famous landmarks to “wait… where are we again?” hidden gems, we are finally spilling all our stories, favorite spots, and money-saving hacks. Because epic memories are even better when they come with a sweet deal.
Not sure where to head next? We’ve got you. Our travel guides are packed with all the details to help your family pick your next adventure. On our blog, we spill all the travel tips we’ve learned the hard way—so you don’t have to.
Chasin’ Surf is a favorite family travel resource site to help you plan your next family vacation.
With our family travel blog, we let you in on all our little secrets when it comes to travel and the gear that we cannot leave home without. So, let’s start planning!
Our travel with kids posts are packed full of great ideas for family vacations. We also have a guide with popular destinations to travel with kids, as well as plenty of educational vacations for kids.
Read more about a destination in a travel guide that contains all the information you might need to plan your trip to different destinations in US and globally.
Chasin’ Surf Family Travel Destination Guides and Trip Reports
Plan Your Next Family Trip
We hope that we have inspired you to book your next family trip! Not only do family vacations build lifelong memories that you will talk about for years to come (there is always a funny story from every trip), but they also break your family away from the daily grind, opening your world to new cultures, foods, and experiences! And family travel is so much fun!
Our Family Getaway to Anna Maria Island: 5 Days of Bikes, Beaches & Baseball
Kim Alford
November 18, 2025
North America
Table of Contents Where we stayed: Mello on the Beach, Holmes Beach, Florida Friday: Landing in Paradise There’s something about stepping off a plane and feeling that warm, coastal Florida air hit your face. After connecting through Charlotte, we touched down in Sarasota (SRQ) right on time — we ...
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25 Top Things to Do in New York City in December
Kim Alford
November 18, 2025
North America
There’s something truly magical about New York City in December. The lights shine a little brighter, the music plays a little louder, and even the chill in the air feels super exciting. From the towering Rockefeller Center tree, which is my favorite thing in NYC, to the cozy charm of Bryant ...
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3-Day Atlanta Braves Opening Day Itinerary at The Battery Atlanta
Kim Alford
November 13, 2025
North America
Table of Contents Day 1: Flying into Atlanta for Braves Opening Day We flew into Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) early in the morning, so excited for an unforgettable Atlanta Braves Opening Day Itinerary. After landing, we picked up our Avis rental car, which made getting around Atlanta quick and easy, and ...
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Top 11 Restaurants in Exuma, Bahamas: Where to Eat, Sip & Savor Island Flavor
Kim Alford
November 13, 2025
Travel
Welcome to Exuma — Where Every Meal Comes with a View If you’ve ever dreamed of eating fresh conch with your toes in the sand, Exuma is your place. From beachside grills serving lobster caught that morning to waterfront bars where the Goombay Smash flows freely, the island’s dining scene is casual, ...
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10 Best Friendly U.S. Destinations That Make Traveling Easier
Kim Alford
November 9, 2025
Tour
Introduction: Where Easy Travel Meets Southern Hospitality Not every vacation needs to come with layovers, language barriers, or travel stress. Some places just make it easy — family-friendly hotels, walkable downtowns, and a relaxed pace that lets you actually unwind and chill out on vacay (what we are all striving ...
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Top 10 Paris Activities: Unforgettable Experiences in the City of Light
Kim Alford
November 3, 2025
Europe
We all know Paris as the City of Light. Whether you’re visiting Paris for the first time or returning for another adventure, the right mix of experiences can make your trip truly unforgettable. As a family that loves exploring new destinations, we’ve gathered our Top Paris Activities for Families—from must-see ...
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