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traveling to Baton Rouge with kids

Louisiana is a popular tourist destination, and Baton Rouge welcomes thousands of visitors a year as a college town. We are often asked “is Baton Rouge kid friendly,” and “what should I do if I travel to Baton Rouge with kids?” The good news is that we have tons of resources for those who travel to Baton Rouge with their family in tow, like the ultimate guide to summer in Baton Rouge and this guide to visiting Baton Rouge with kids. Let Red Stick Mom offer you our tried and true family travel tips, recommendations, and ideas … both for families coming to Baton Rouge and those wanting to get away!

Our Baton Rouge mom writers have been all over the world and are here to recommend easy weekend trips, as well as more extensive vacations to places as unique as Utah! We love sharing family travel tips with Baton Rouge families because we know that it can be overwhelming to plan even a weekend getaway with kids.

Taking the kids to Disney? Here’s what to expect. Maybe you want to travel to Orlando and skip Disney. We share tips for how to do that, too. Or maybe you love Disney and want to take a Disney cruise. Red Stick Mom has been there, done that. Looking for creative road trip ideas from Baton Rouge? We have several family-friendly short distance vacations that are drivable with kids from Baton Rouge.

At Red Stick Mom, we don’t just tell you where to go on vacation but also how to get there and what to expect. We’re not just talking about where to go, we also look at how to get there. Whether you need mom hacks for road trips with kids or advice for flying with a baby, we have you covered.

Some of the most interesting family travel tips are the ideas that Baton Rouge moms have put together for easy road trips nearby. Whether it’s a weekend trip to the Mississippi Gulf Coast or hiking Tunica Hills, we are all about locations that are close to Baton Rouge and won’t break the bank. After all, sometimes the family travel tips we need the most are those ideas that are simple and budget-friendly. 

No matter where your Baton Rouge family decides to vacation next or how long you intend to stay, Red Stick Mom prides itself on sharing digestible and useful family travel tips to make planning your next getaway easy and stress-free!

While there is no shortage of things to do in Baton Rouge with kids, sometimes you just want to escape the hustle and bustle! Whether you are looking for a family-friendly road trip from Baton Rouge or an adventure in the great outdoors, Red Stick Mom has dozens of ideas for keeping your family entertained. One of our favorite outings with kids in Baton Rouge is hiking, and we are lucky to have some great options nearby like Tickfaw State Park! Tickfaw State Park is Worth the Drive {Hiking With Kids} **8/30/2024 NOTE :: All boardwalk trails at Tickfaw State Park are currently closed due to severe damage caused by Hurricane Ida.  Two trails are currently open to the public –...
Disclosure :: We have a wonderful working relationship with Newman-Dailey Resort Properties and this trip was comp'ed. That stated, we know that local moms are always looking to plan their next beach vacation and we just love to share wonderful locations like this!  Discover the Ultimate Family Getaway: Hidden Dunes Beach & Tennis Resort With summer right around the corner moms everywhere are in search of the perfect vacation spot to create unforgettable memories with their families. If you want a place that feels like a retreat for you and a paradise of fun for the kids, all wrapped up in one, look no further than Hidden Dunes Beach & Tennis Resort! Nestled within the heart of Florida's panhandle, just a...
Give Your Family a Worldly Experience: Host a High School Exchange Student Are you searching for a way to expose your children to different cultures or add a little vibrancy to your house? Volunteering to host an exchange student is a great way to experience different cultures and it offers numerous benefits for you and your family. Now is a great time to select a student to host for the upcoming school year. Doing so will allow you to start communicating with the student and preparing for his or her arrival. Who can host an exchange student? From traditional families to single parents and empty-nesters, host families come in many different forms. Host families have high school-aged children, toddlers, or no children...
Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by Visit Pensacola. Discover Why Pensacola is the Way to Beach™ Nestled in the northwest corner of Florida, Pensacola is the ultimate beach destination, boasting a one-of-a-kind fusion of history, culture and coastal allure. It’s a perfect quick-getaway from Baton Rouge. And, in Pensacola you’ll find that The Way To Beach™ is so much more that sugar-white sands and clear Gulf waters. With roots dating back to 1559, this city wears its multicultural heritage proudly, with influences from Britain, France, and Spain that resonate through its architecture, local cuisine, and year-round festivals.  As you explore the streets of Downtown Pensacola, each step you take is a walk through history. The Downtown area is the entertainment and...
Maximize the Disney Magic, Minimize the Voodoo Let me begin by declaring my undying love for Disney. I mean, who doesn’t adore it? The rides, the atmosphere, the shows – it's all pure magic. But here's the catch: I'm also quite frugal when it comes to spending money. Can you see my dilemma here? If you've ever experienced Disney, you know precisely what I'm talking about. Disney may sprinkle magic, but the way it can make your money vanish is more like the voodoo. Despite the financial sorcery, my family and I still find ourselves drawn back every other year. Over the years, I’ve found various ways to maximize our Disney vacations so we can continue making wonderful memories together. Below...

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