Family vacations sounds nice. But if you’ve ever traveled with kids, you know the truth: snack negotiations at 10am, overloaded backpacks, t...

Family vacations sounds nice. But if you’ve ever traveled with kids, you know the truth: snack negotiations at 10am, overloaded backpacks, tired toddlers, and teens who just want Wi-Fi and silence.

But this year families can travel - and enjoy it- differently

According to new data from Hellotickets, a global platform for booking experiences in over 130 countries, families in 2025 are redefining how they plan their holidays.

They’re choosing shared, simple and low-stress moments — over packed schedules and “kid zones.”

What’s Changing in Way Families Travel

Goodbye to overstuffed itineraries. Today’s families are embracing a slower rhythm, with one or two key activities per day, and the rest left open — on purpose.

And they’re moving away from “kids’ activities” vs. “grown-up time.” What works best now are shared experiences that spark wonder in everyone: a boat at sunset, a treasure hunt in a museum, a skyline view with a drink in hand.

It’s not about compromising — it’s about experiencing something together.

4 Tips for a stress-free summer

• Don’t overpack the schedule: less is more
• Choose immersive, visual experiences: 90 minutes of “wow” beats 3 hours of “are we done yet?”
• Balance interests: one for them, one for you — or both at once
• Book the essentials ahead, but leave room for spontaneity

What families are really booking this year

Forget long guided tours and educational marathons. What parents and kids want this year is:

• A visit to the Harry Potter Studios in the UK — a timeless crowd-pleaser
• Musicals like The Lion King, Wicked, or Back to the Future in New York or London
• City cruises in Paris, Rome, or Amsterdam — relaxing, scenic, stroller-friendly
• Skyline experiences like SUMMIT One Vanderbilt (New York), Sky Garden (London), or Torre Glòries (Barcelona)

Average duration of family experiences: 1 hour 20 minutes. Most popular time slot: 10am to 1pm and 3pm to 6pm— before meltdowns and nap crashes

The Takeaway

Traveling with kids doesn’t mean giving up on vacation. It means reimagining how we travel — and why. Often, it’s thanks to them that we slow down, look closer, and reconnect with wonder.

With Hellotickets, families can find simple, joyful, well-designed experiences that make traveling together not a chore… but the best part of the year.

Book your next experience, visit - www.hellotickets.com

BIBS has a new feeder and feeding tray that make mealtime easier and more enjoyable for babies and parents alike! The Baby Feeder is des...

BIBS has a new feeder and feeding tray that make mealtime easier and more enjoyable for babies and parents alike!

The Baby Feeder is designed to help babies confidently transition to solids by encouraging safe self-feeding and sensory exploration. Made from premium, baby-safe materials, it allows little ones to discover new flavors and textures at their own pace.

To complement the Baby Feeder, BIBS also launched the Baby Food Freezer Tray – designed with perfectly portioned cubes to fit seamlessly with your BIBS Baby Feeder every time.

Baby Feeder ($12.95)

A silicone nibble pouch that can be filled up with frozen breast milk, formula, or with small bites of fruits and veggies for a safe introduction to new foods.

Made from ultra-soft silicone with gentle ridges and grooves that massage gums for extra comfort during teething.

Features an easy-grip handle that helps little hands easily control their movements and made from BPA-free, 100% food-grade materials.

Baby Food Freezer Tray ($8.95)

Fill the Baby Food Freezer Tray up with breastmilk, purees, smoothies, and more to create the perfect-sized cubes for your BIBS Baby Feeder.

Designed with grooves between compartments to minimize spills, and a silicone bottom for easy cube removal. The tray is dishwasher safe, making cleanup as easy as mealtime prep.

BIBS products are available on Amazon

Learn more, visit - us.bibsworld.com

Dude Dad, the platform of comedian and dad Taylor Calmus, is reshaping the way we see dads handling the early stages of parenthood with its ...

Dude Dad, the platform of comedian and dad Taylor Calmus, is reshaping the way we see dads handling the early stages of parenthood with its merchandise line, featuring the Dude Dad Diaper Bag.

The Dude Dad Diaper Bag ($85) proves that dads are embracing being hands-on - even for diaper changes! - with their babies and toddlers.

Dude Dad Diaper Bag Highlights:

• Wet/Dry Bag (Tendies Storage): Keeps the soggy, stinky, and suspiciously damp things contained.
• On-the-Go Removable Changing Pad: To make those blowouts easy to take care of.
• Insulated Cooler Pouch with Carabiner: Insulated to keep your milk cold and separate—plus, comes with carabiners for easy carrying.
• Durable Design: Built tough with reinforced stitching, durable polyester, and sturdy handles—ready for whatever comes your way.
• Versatile Straps: Stroller straps, sternum straps, and gear straps to keep everything secure and within reach.
• Drink Ready: Beverage pocket and built-in bottle openers—perfect for Dad’s drinks!
• Fits All the Things: 14" Laptop, bottles, diapers, wipes, toys, water bottle, snacks, change of clothes, dad essentials

And once the hectic baby days are over, dads can use it as a laptop bag for work or a backpack for all their bro adventures.

Learn more, visit - www.dudedad.com