Hi! I’m Meghan and my biggest passion is active Travel with my husband, 11 and 6 year old sons, and my 9 year old daughter. Our travels together started when my husband and I met on a Carnival Cruise while teachers on spring break. From there we have traveled the world in many different ways. Backpacking in California’s National Parks, city breaks in breathtaking Europe. We’ve done hiking in Switzerland, road trips through Europe, surf camps in North Carolina, and we enjoyed skiing 50 days a year….

Then came out greatest adventure-raising our children. It did not come as a surprise that they crave constant movement, just as we do. We took each of them abroad before they turned three years old and what started with home swaps and child centered filled days of bakeries, beaches, and playgrounds soon changed. Our travel has morphed into family trips that are active and full of adventure. As a family we spend full days hiking, skiing, trail running, camping and we are now learning to golf and surf.

Through 15 years of planning our own travel and through my joy of helping family and friends plan their own adventures, we have discovered incredible lesser known destinations and gems only enjoyed by locals. We have the packing, stays, gear, passes, and must dos down to a science.

….and the best part? We have learned how to do this on a very small budget.

On Beyond The Usual Trail, you can find lesser known destinations, outdoorsy activities, travel hacks, gear, and unique budget options

I am so very honored to have you discover what’s “Beyond the Usual trail” of traveling with kids!

Get Out There,

Meghan