Author: Chasing Travel Destinations

  • How to Book Family Travel Without Overspending

    How to Book Family Travel Without Overspending

    A Simple Travel Planning Approach That Actually Works

    Traveling as a family gets expensive fast — flights, hotels, and logistics add up quickly. Over time, we’ve learned that how you book matters just as much as where you go.

    Here’s the simple approach we use to plan family trips that stay affordable, flexible, and stress-free.

    🧭 Step 1: Choose Flexibility Over Perfection

    We don’t chase the “perfect” travel date. Flexible dates often unlock better pricing on flights and hotels — especially for families booking multiple tickets.

    🏨 Step 2: Book Stays With Family Space in Mind

    For family travel, space matters more than luxury.

    We look for:

    Family-friendly hotels Resorts with amenities Vacation rentals with room to breathe

    Convenience beats five-star every time when traveling with kids.

    💰 Step 3: Bundle When It Makes Sense

    Booking flights and hotels together can often save money and simplify planning. One platform, one itinerary, fewer headaches.

    This is especially helpful when traveling with kids and tight schedules.

    ✨ Why We Use Expedia for Family Travel

    We use Expedia because it makes it easy to:

    Compare hotels, resorts, and rentals Bundle flights + stays Filter for family-friendly options Manage trips in one place

    It keeps planning simple — which matters when you’re booking for more than just yourself.

    ✈️ Ready to Start Planning?

    Whether you’re booking a beach getaway, city trip, or international adventure, start by comparing your options in one place.

    👉 Plan your next trip here

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  • 🌴 Is Curaçao Affordable for a Family of 4? 🇨🇼

    🌴 Is Curaçao Affordable for a Family of 4? 🇨🇼

    Travel hits different when you have kids.

    When our family of four visited Curaçao, we weren’t just thinking about beaches — we were thinking about cost, safety, and real-life living.

    So the big question became:

    👉 Could a family actually afford to live here — not just vacation?

    💰 Real Monthly Cost of Living in Curaçao (Family of 4)

    This is what comfortable living realistically looks like — not luxury, not struggling.

    🏠 Housing: $1,800 – $3,000 ⚡ Utilities & Internet: $300 – $450 🍎 Groceries: $700 – $1,200 🚗 Transportation: $350 – $600 🏥 Healthcare: $200 – $400 🏫 Schooling (optional): $600 – $1,600

    👉 Comfortable Monthly Range: $4,500 – $6,500

    🇺🇸 Curaçao vs the Midwest USA

    This surprised us.

    In many ways, Curaçao’s monthly overhead feels very similar to living in the Midwest.

    The trade-off:

    Curaçao = better lifestyle 🌊☀️ Midwest = easier income & convenience

    Curaçao isn’t a “cheap escape” — it’s a lifestyle upgrade if your income is structured right.