Author: Maria DiCicco

Published author of children's travel activity books "Scavenger Hunt Spain" and "Scavenger Hunt Japan", blogger of all things International Travel on Alwayspacktissues.com, and Travel Writer for multiple publications, Maria is a daughter, girl-mom, and also wife to a Spaniard. She is a karaoke wunderkind, natural born storyteller and creative writer. She’s a wine and gin enthusiast and charcuterie builder extraordinaire. Follow her travels on Instagram and at Alwayspacktissues.com
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Awesome 4th of July Family-Friendly Cookouts and Pool Parties

Nothing says ‘Merica like BBQs and picnic-style feasts with the family. Check out these awesome July 4th events to celebrate our great nation with some great eats. All family-friendly, just pack up the car (and comfortable clothes) for these fun feasts around town. And don’t overlook the patriotic parades…

“Bash & Brew” – One of the BEST Kid-Friendly Coffee Shops in Orlando

“Bash & Brew” – One of the BEST Kid-Friendly Coffee Shops in Orlando

Coffee shops with indoor playgrounds are a must have in any family-friendly city. Having visited and reviewed the kid-centric coffee spot “Oh Hey Cafe” on Lee Road, I felt like Orlando had previously been lacking cool spots for parents to hang with their kids in a cafe setting. And…

Hurricane Preparedness with Kids – How to Create a Kit Plus Activities

Hurricane Preparedness with Kids – How to Create a Kit Plus Activities

It’s hurricane season again! When it comes time for the storm, we all need to take some serious precautions to prepare for what could be long-term power outages, lack of accessibility to stores, pharmacies, and gas stations, and unexpected events like downed trees or power lines. Although waiting out…

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