Meagan Wristen

5 days ago | mommytravels.net | Meagan Wristen

If sipping margaritas on a Bali bed while deciding between a deep-tissue massage or a fresh plate of ceviche sounds like your idea of paradise, let me introduce you to Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal. I spent four glorious days there in March on a press trip, and as a travel expert who has lost count of her Mexico visits (and margarita count, let’s be honest), I can confidently say this resort deserves your attention—and maybe even a suitcase with extra room for a souvenir sombrero.

6 days ago | mommytravels.net | Meagan Wristen

These days I am planning all of my restaurant selections by what will look the best on Instagram. The food can’t just look good though, it’s gotta be great food too! Here are some of the most Instagramable places to eat in Panama City Beach that are also delicious! And be sure to see our review of the best restaurants in Panama City Beach. The Yard Milkshake BarA salted caramel shake at The Yard Milkshake Bar.

1 week ago | mommytravels.net | Meagan Wristen

The day I was leaving Lake Tahoe the valet attendant suggested I visit Virginia City. He said it was a ghost town. I had never been to a ghost town, so of course I drove straight there. I did hit some serious weather on the way over, but it didn’t matter because the Atlas can handle any road conditions. About Virginia CityAt its peak, Virginia City was a thriving, vibrant town with 25,000 people.

1 week ago | mommytravels.net | Meagan Wristen

If you’ve ever stared longingly at your computer screen Googling “best cruise ship for families and foodies” then friend, let me introduce you to your new obsession: MSC America. Or more accurately, MSC World America, the latest floating marvel in the MSC fleet that is rewriting the rulebook on cruising. This isn’t your grandma’s cruise ship (though, honestly, grandma would love it too).

2 weeks ago | mommytravels.net | Lisa Futterman |Meagan Wristen

Some of us remember Mazatlán as a stop for the Pacific Princess cruise ship on the 1970’s era TV show The Love Boat. I recently spent four days there as a guest of Dreams Estrella del Mar Mazatlán Golf & Spa Resort and found so much to love both on and off the property, which opened in April 2024. Stay at Dreams Estrella del Mar Dreams Estrella del Mar sits just 15 minutes from the international airport, which makes arrival (and departure) that much sweeter.