Travel Guides

Planning a family trip doesn’t have to feel overwhelming — I’ve been there. I’m Hadia Shahid, an aerospace engineer and now a full-time mom of two wonderful girls. After I quit my job, I embraced motherhood fully, but I still wanted to do something meaningful with my time. That’s how Our Routes & Roots was born. Travel has always been a way for our family of four to bond, explore new places, and create lasting memories — whether it’s a short hike to a nearby state park or a weekend getaway to a national park.

Over the years, I’ve realized that traveling with kids comes with its own challenges — packing efficiently, finding destinations that are fun for little ones, and staying on budget. That’s why I created these family travel guides: to help parents navigate the planning process with ease, discover kid-friendly destinations, and enjoy every moment without stress.

What You’ll Find Here…

Here, you’ll find practical advice for every type of trip, from local weekend getaways to longer road trips, along with tips on budget travel, packing hacks, and ways to keep kids engaged during journeys. Each guide is based on real experiences from our family adventures, so you get honest insights that save time, money, and headaches.

Beyond travel logistics, I also share a bit of our family life and parenting lessons learned along the way — because traveling together is about more than destinations; it’s about connecting, learning, and growing as a family. My hope is that these guides inspire you to create your own adventures, make memories with your children, and discover the joy of exploring the world together.

So whether you’re planning your first family trip or are a seasoned parent traveler, these guides are here to help you explore smarter, laugh more, and enjoy the journey with your loved ones.

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