Even if you’re entertaining the idea of a “staycation,” it’s probably not possible to get through the next six months without at least one grueling family trip.  These mom and dad experts give advice for getting to the next rest stop without incident, and understand that the mildest-mannered little ones can freak out en route to your dream destination.  Buckle up! 

More education than entertainment, this tutorial by AskPatty.com’s Jody DeVere gives useful basics for parents (and grandparents) hoping to survive even the trickiest car travel scenarios with toddlers.  Car seat?  Check.  Lunch?  Check.  Travel sickness bags?  Uh, oh.  (At least she warned us.) 

Coming from a Mom who has actually traveled in a plane with kids, this Down to Earth Mama list is no-frills and to the point.  Her best tip: Limit the items kids play with in-flight to what they can easily manage.  Trying to fish a pacifier, sippy cup, and that red crayon from underneath the business traveler in front of you is no party, I’m sure. 

Travel ain’t cheap, and if you’re like most of us, a great deal can relieve some of the financial stress that vacation time can bring to struggling families.  The Digerati life lists the best travel sites for cheap vacations deals.  It contains the usual suspects (Priceline.com and Expedia.com), plus more than a few surprises! 

This killer account from Creative-Type Dad is from 2006, but have travel frustrations changed all that much?  His detailed description of island tours with a 7-month-old in tow was strangely relaxing to read about.  The photography was stellar, as well! 

Hindu Mommy lays out some very specific goals to help your kids stay on schedule (and out of your hair) during traveling.  This super cool list of tips is broken down by age, keeping the advice for 2-year-olds separate from the advice for the fives.  (Which is good.  They aren’t even the same kind of creature.) 

Good bloggy friend Adam Baker recently left the States to set out for a life of adventure in Australia.  He is enjoying a beautiful natural environment, wallabies, and couch-surfing.  Did we mention he took his wife and baby with him?  Enjoy this post.  It’s full of amazing color photos and detailed accounts of their encounters with the locals.  Breathtaking and inspiring! 

Whether you’re just heading downtown for a festival or plan on toting your entire brood across the ocean for a completely new experience, there are some universal tips that every parents can benefit from.  What are yours?