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Inevitably, we’d lose something along the way whenever we hauled my children’s gear up to the mountains.

That’s why we invested in boot bags for everyone.

Here's a minimalist's guide to pack for a three-day ski trip. This list works for adults and children.

One of the pluses of skiing in Park City is that the Salt Lake City airport is only 30 minutes from the slopes and boasts numerous flight options from all over the country.

However, if you’re looking for the most luxurious and convenient way to travel, you can’t beat a private jet.

While I’m not claiming to be a travel expert, I have learned a thing or too along the way. So here are some of my favorite tips & tricks, listed in no particular order.

Navigating air travel while taking the kids.

To help lighten the load – literally – here are my 2011 Taking the Kids Rules for Packing Smart.

Let’s face it...most of us live and die by our cell phones. I love my iPhone4 for keeping me organized and entertained. The following iPhone apps make traveling more efficient and enjoyable.

Welcome to air travel with a baby. It helps if the baby is happy when you fly. Here’s what you do need to keep your baby happy and safe on board.

Once it gets cold, thoughts of blue skies and fresh powder are always on my mind. But to really get in the mood for snowsports, there’s nothing my family likes more than a big bowl of popcorn, hot mugs of cocoa, a roaring fire and a classic ski or snowboard flick.

If you’re coming to Park City for the first time, here are some tips from my recent visit with my family, including a wheelchair user, that might make it easier for you.

We started making memories on our way from SLC International Airport. We stopped at the Park City Visitor's Information Center. Our family will always remember this small building as the place four-year-old Sarina, took her first few steps in real snow!

Millions of you will be facing winter driving hazards as a part of your vacation adventure—with squabbling kids hampering your concentration.