KeeKee's Big Adventures Family Travel Podcast

Planning a trip to Europe with kids? Denisa Caldova of Daytrip shares how a private driver makes family travel calmer, from car seats waiting at the airport to scenic stops between cities.

In this episode we talk about:

— Airport pickups with car seats ready, so you don’t have to pack your own

— Adding castle, lunch, and sightseeing stops between cities

— Filling the gap between hotel checkout and an evening flight

— Favorite family routes, from Naples to Positano to Paris to Disneyland Paris

— Why you may not want to drive the Amalfi Coast yourself

— How Daytrip vets its local drivers in more than 130 countries

🎧 Listen and read the full episode notes at:

https://keekeesbigadventures.com/private-driver-europe-with-kids-daytrip/

Find Daytrip:

Website: https://daytrip.com

Instagram: @mydaytrip

App: Daytrip (iOS and Android)

Planning a trip to the Great Smoky Mountains with kids? Local Travel Mom Cassandra Garner shares the East Tennessee family adventures just a few hours away.

In this episode, we talk about:

— Lookout Mountain's Incline Railway and Rock City

— Little Debbie Park and quirky local festivals

— Fall corn mazes and Foster Falls in every season

— Dollywood, Gatlinburg, and the Smokies

— How to find local events wherever you travel

🎧 Listen and read the full episode notes at:

https://keekeesbigadventures.com/smoky-mountains-with-kids-east-tennessee/

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Travel Mom Leslie takes us through three of her family's biggest adventures yet: living like locals in Lucerne, Switzerland with her childhood best friend, a splurge-worthy night on Lake Como followed by a week making memories (and wine) at an Italian villa, and an all-in Disney cruise on the Disney Treasure with 22 family members in tow.

In this episode, we talk about:

— How a Green Bay Packers rumor turned into a full family trip to Switzerland

— Living like locals in Lucerne with her childhood best friend and her kids

— Why they booked a Michelin-star night on Lake Como, then a budget-friendly week at an Italian villa

— How grape harvesting (that looked more like mud and sticks) became the best part of the trip

— Booking Disney's private island cabanas, and why they're worth it for bigger groups

🎧 Listen and read the full episode notes at:

keekeesbigadventures.com/switzerland-italy-disney-cruise-family-travel

You haven't missed summer, and you don't need a flight to enjoy it.

In this crossover episode, Shannon from KeeKee's Big Adventures teams up with Missy from The Parks Podcast to talk about why national, state, and local parks are one of the smartest moves you can make this summer. They cover why families aren't giving up on vacation despite rising costs, how to plan a great park trip even if you're starting last-minute, easy ways to keep kids from getting bored, and how to turn a simple staycation into something that actually feels like a getaway.

Whether you've already taken your big trip this year or haven't gone anywhere yet, there's still plenty of summer left to explore.

Find Missy and The Parks Podcast at theparkspodcast.com or @theparkspodcast.

Find Shannon and KeeKee's Big Adventures at keekeesbigadventures.com.

🎧 Listen and read the full episode notes at:

keekeesbigadventures.com/podcast/summer-camp-in-europe-for-families/

When I saw Barbara's Instagram post that said "We send our kids to summer camp in Europe and you should too," I reached out immediately. What she's built for working families is unlike anything I've come across in the family travel space — and it's selling out in under 30 minutes.

Barbara is the co-founder of ROAM Collective Abroad, a summer abroad program that lets families spend an entire month living in Europe — with kids in camp, parents working US business hours, and everyone living their best life. No chaos. No logistics nightmare. Just slow mornings, boardwalk evenings, and a village of like-minded families around you.

In this episode we talk about:

— How ROAM Collective went from a Zoom call between three women who'd never met to a sold-out summer program

— The one scheduling detail that makes working abroad actually possible for parents

— What a month in San Sebastian really looks like day to day

— Why she tells families NOT to travel while they're there

— What extended slow travel does for your kids (even the really young ones)

— How to get in for 2027 before enrollment sells out again

Their San Sebastian collective kicks off this July. Public enrollment for 2027 opens in September — and they expect to sell out within the hour.

To get on the waitlist: follow @ROAMCollectiveAbroad on Instagram and comment "waitlist" on any post. You'll get a 30-minute program overview plus answers to 190+ family questions instantly.

🎧 Listen and read the full episode notes at:

keekeesbigadventures.com/summer-camp-in-europe-for-families

In this episode, we’re joined by Owen Beiny, The Points Partner, a points and miles expert who helps families turn everyday spending into flights, upgrades, and unforgettable travel experiences.

We break down how points actually work, the biggest mistakes families make, and simple strategies you can use right now to save on flights—even during peak travel times.

If you’ve ever felt like points are too complicated or “not for you,” this episode will change that.

From free resources to hands-on help, Owen offers multiple ways to help you make the most of your points and miles.

? Visit keekeesbigadventures.com/podcast/ for the full episode article, tips, and more family travel inspiration. Adventure Awaits!

Travel Mom Natalia joins us to share how her family spent 17 unforgettable days exploring Dublin, London, and Edinburgh with her 3-year-old daughter. What started as a bucket-list Oasis concert trip turned into a masterclass in traveling with a toddler.

In this episode:

- Dublin with kids — including a surprisingly family-friendly Guinness Storehouse

- How the KeeKee's Big Adventures in London book made every landmark come alive for their toddler

- Edinburgh during the Fringe Festival

- Real tips for long-haul Europe trips with young children

? Visit keekeesbigadventures.com/family-travel-podcast/ for the full episode article, photos, and more family travel inspiration. Adventure Awaits!

In this episode of KeeKee’s Big Adventures: The Family Travel Podcast, we break down the new family cruise vacation ideas for 2026.

We reviewed major 2026 travel lists from outlets like Frommer’s, Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure, and Conde Nast Traveler, then filtered them through one essential question: What is truly great for families?

? Listen to the full episode to hear our complete breakdown and planning tips for families thinking about a cruise vacation in 2026.

Visit KeeKeesBigAdventures.com for more family vacation ideas and vacation planning tips.

In this episode of KeeKee’s Big Adventures: The Family Travel Podcast, we break down the best International family vacation ideas for 2026 based on where top travel outlets say to go and what actually works when traveling with kids.

We reviewed major 2026 travel lists from outlets like Frommer’s, Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure, and Conde Nast Traveler, then filtered them through one essential question: What is truly great for families?

? Listen to the full episode to hear our complete breakdown and planning tips for families traveling internationally in 2026.

Visit KeeKeesBigAdventures.com for more family vacation ideas and vacation planning tips.

In this episode of KeeKee’s Big Adventures: The Family Travel Podcast, we break down the best U.S. family vacation ideas for 2026 based on where top travel outlets say to go and what actually works when traveling with kids.

We reviewed major 2026 travel lists from outlets like Frommer’s, Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure, and Conde Nast Traveler, then filtered them through one essential question: What is truly great for families?

From walkable cities and national parks to milestone celebrations and scenic train routes, this episode helps families understand why these destinations stand out and how to plan trips that feel meaningful, manageable, and memorable.

? Listen to the full episode to hear our complete breakdown and planning tips for families traveling in the U.S. in 2026.

Visit KeeKeesBigAdventures.com for more family vacation ideas and vacation planning tips.