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Family Travel

As residents of a premier travel destination, the moms of Jacksonville frequently encounter vacationers eager to explore our beautiful city. While Jacksonville Mom offers a variety of suggestions for enjoying local favorites in and around Jacksonville, sometimes you just need a getaway.

Our Jacksonville Mom team has seasoned travelers and excited to share our travel successes and lessons learned so your family can enjoy the fun getaway it deserves. Planning a trip to Disney? We have everything you need, from guides to tips for using Genie+. Looking for a vacation destination? Our On the Road series takes you to some of our team’s favorite family destinations including- North Carolina, Florida Keys, and New York City! Heading up north for a winter retreat? We share ski trip ideas to enjoy family fun in the snow! At Jacksonville Mom, we don’t just talk about where to go; we also provide travel tips for a stress free vacation. Taking your kids on a plane? Discover 10 tips for traveling with toddlers. Planning a long road trip? Here are our tips for a smoother ride!

Some of our top posts on family travel tips highlight nearby spots to Jacksonville, showcasing destinations that offer a quick escape for moms without breaking the bank. Whether it’s a short getaway to one of our top kid-friendly day trip spots in Florida or a weekend adventure to Universal’s Volcano Bay, we cover all aspects with our family travel tips.

No matter your destination, duration, or mode of travel, Jacksonville Mom is here to provide essential travel tips and insights to help you create lasting memories on your next getaway or vacation.

My kids had been begging me to take them to LEGOLAND® Florida, and once I finally agreed, I entered planning mode (my favorite part of the trip preparation!). Because I'm a thrifty mom, I found tons of helpful time-...
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This past Mother's Day, we wanted to take a road trip to somewhere new, within six hours of Jacksonville. We hadn’t heard of the town of LaGrange, Georgia, but it looked like a family-friendly destination that we would enjoy. We...
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I have always considered myself a Disney girl — the parks, the movies, the music, all of it! My bank account, not so much, but if given the choice, I’d go there any day of the week (except when...

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