I'm SO excited to officially announce my first women-only group trip! Join me (@amomexplores) for 8 days in Portugal, April 19–26, 2027.

This trip is for women who love to travel but are ready for someone else to handle the planning for once. 😉 We'll have incredible experiences together, plenty of opportunities to make new friends, AND lots of free time built in so you can make the trip your own.

📍 WHERE WE'RE GOING
Lisbon • Arrábida Natural Park • Ericeira

📅 DATES
April 19–26, 2027

💰 COST (AIRFARE INCLUDED!)

Double Occupancy: $4,400/person*

*A note about double occupancy: roommates are not assigned. If you choose double occupancy, you must have your travel partner listed when you register.)

Single Occupancy: $5,350/person

✈️ WHAT'S INCLUDED:

• Round-trip airfare from a major U.S. airport (regional airports may be available for an additional cost)
• Transportation throughout Portugal
• Airport transfer upon arrival, depending on arrival time
• All breakfasts
• 3 group dinners
• Attractions and activities listed on our itinerary
• A local guide throughout the trip

And we have SUCH a fun week planned.

Think: exploring Lisbon on a walking tour, sea kayaking, group yoga, wandering through small fishing villages, eating incredible food, and experiencing the beauty of Portugal together.

But I also specifically wanted this trip to have downtime.

There will be time to wander on your own, find a cute café, head to the beach, book a spa treatment, shop, take a nap, or grab a few new friends and go explore. You don't have to spend every minute of every day with the group!

My hope is that this trip gives you the best of both worlds: thoughtfully planned experiences with a group of women who love to travel AND the freedom to slow down and enjoy Portugal at your own pace.

And yes, you can absolutely come solo! You don't need to convince a friend to come with you. Choose single occupancy and you'll have your own room for the entire trip.

A quick note: This trip is being organized in partnership with Tom's Christian Tours. While both the tour company and I are Christian, this is not a faith-based or religious tour. There are no religious activities or requirements. This is simply a women's group trip focused on travel, connection, and fun. Women of all beliefs and backgrounds are absolutely welcome!

Ready to come to Portugal with me? 🇵🇹

This page has all the trip details, which includes a booking link! It will also be in my Group Trip highlight on Instagram.

Today's episode is Q&A style! We're talking about:

• Raising kids who are grateful + how it relates to travel
• Barefoot shoes for travel
• Dealing with Jet Lag with Kids
• Do my kids ever get sick of taking photos on trips?
• Hotel rooms for families of 6
• What mirrorless camera I use
• How to avoid overspending at your destination

FIND ME AT:

Blog: http://www.emilymkrause.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amomexplores/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amomexplores

EMAIL ME AT:

hello@amomexplores.com

Summer travel season is HERE, and in this episode, I'm sharing all of the things currently helping our family travel smoother this summer, from what I'm buying before trips to packing strategies, long haul flight survival tips, road trip favorites, and the random little things that make travel feel easier and more fun.

This episode is very much a casual "travel mom chat," not a perfect packing guide or a list of strict travel rules. Just the things I genuinely love, use, and recommend right now as a mom of 4 who travels often during school breaks.

In this episode, we chat about:

• What I always buy before a summer trip
• My favorite travel essentials right now
• Packing tips that actually help for family travel
• How I approach packing for a family of 6
• Airport outfit formulas and what I wear on long flights
• Tips for helping kids sleep on overnight flights
• Current favorite travel books, shows, podcasts, and downloads
• Summer road trip essentials and snack strategies
• Tiny travel hacks that make a BIG difference

Whether you're planning a big Europe trip, a beach vacation, a summer road trip, or just trying to survive airport travel with kids, I hope this episode helps you feel excited and prepared for summer adventures ahead.

FIND ME AT:

Blog: http://www.emilymkrause.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amomexplores/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amomexplores

EMAIL ME AT:

hello@amomexplores.com