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Being active in the blogging community is very important to us.  Though the landscape has changed and there is always something new to navigate, if the passion is there then there will always be something to post about.

When we first started writing 2TravelDads in 2014 we didn’t know what was possible. We knew that there was no travel blog by gay dads and that there were very limited resources for families like ours in the LGBTQ+ community. We were excited to fill that void and work with great destinations and brands from the get-go. Even with things going well from the beginning, we didn’t understand what running a blog meant or what it could be for us.

If you are looking to start your blog adventure, let us guide you with all that we have learned over the years! If you’re not a blogger, but you work in the travel industry, feel free to apply some of our discussion and thoughts to your own travel business. I think any form of pro-activity and identifying opportunities will help us all get through all of the changes to the industry that have come up over the past few years.

 

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Full Taylor Family on Annes Beach Islamorada Florida Keys 2020 1
Posted inBlogging & Tech

Storytelling Marketing in Tourism: Leveraging Others to Effectively Tell Your Story

Storytelling marketing is what we do. Yes, we write about the fun experiences we have as a family, but we also do large marketing projects with tourism partners. In this article we talk about the different methods or storytelling marketing and how to make it happen for small or large scale tourism businesses.
UnCruise Safari Explorer from Skiff at Sunrise Maui Hawaii 1
Posted inBlogging & Tech Hawaii Travel Tips and Plans

UnCruise Hawaii on the Safari Explorer: Incredible Island Hopping

UnCruise Hawaii is a very different way to explore the islands. See why small ship sailing on a Hawaii UnCruise is the best way to see multiple islands from a unique perspective, visiting with Hawaiian communities and low impact travel in mind.
Taylor Family disembarking from UnCruise Safari Explorer in Molokai Hawaii 1
Posted inBlogging & Tech Hawaii Travel Tips and Plans

UnCruise Adventures: What to Expect and Why It’s Unique

Unsure about what UnCruise sailings entail or want to see if an UnCruise Adventure is right for you? We explain the difference between UnCruise small ship sailing vs mega cruise ships, what makes the experience unique, and even break down the cost differences between UnCruise, mega cruise, or independent island hopping.
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Posted inParenting Podcasts UK and Ireland Travel

Dealing with Travel Anxiety Before You Depart: Podcast Episode and Travel Tips

Travel anxiety is real and a lot of people face it leading up to a trip. We have tips for how to manage travel anxiety, both before departure and during your travels.
Fort Pickens Beach at Gulf Islands National Seashore Pensacola Florida 1
Posted inParenting Podcasts

Making Big Life Decisions to Pursue Joy: From Travel to Relocation

Making decisions based on pursuing joy is something we actively do. See what sort of things we do to bring joy into our lives, from setting boundaries to choosing where to live for our best lives.
Tiki Carvings at Havaiki Oceanic Art Hanalei North Shore Kauai Hawaii 2
Posted inParenting

Sustainable Souvenirs: 5 Great (and Small) Ways to Bring Back Memories

Sustainable souvenirs are not hard to find, but teaching yourself to opt for something low-impact and long lasting is a learned behavior. This tips will help you find and bring home meaningful, sustainable keepsakes from your travels.
Partners Statue with Cherry Blossoms Disneyland 2020 1
Posted inCalifornia Disney Travel Disneyland

Tips for Planning an Awesome Disneyland Vacation

There is no one destination on Earth that we've been to as many times as Disneyland. It's actually shocking to start calculating how many hours we have spent in both…
Crushed plastic recycling
Posted inBlogging & Tech Parenting

Going Plastic-free: 12+ Small Ways to Make Big Changes

Going plastic free happens in waves, but here are 12 EASY ways to make BIG changes in reducing your plastic waste and consumption. 12 simple steps to less waste, from grocery shopping to thoughtful clothing purchases.
Rob Taylor on Goosehill Sailor Inflatable SUP at St Augustine Lighthouse on Salt Run 12
Posted inBlogging & Tech Paddling: Kayaking, SUP, Canoe & Rafting Travel

My Favorite Inflatable SUP: the Goosehill Sailor – Stable and Lightweight

Review of the Goosehill Sailor 3-fin inflatable SUP: see what we like about it and a comparison to other comparable inflatables. Also, where to get this LIGHTWEIGHT SUP.
Taylor Family at Mono Lake Tufa Area Mammoth Lakes California 5
Posted inCalifornia Education Southwestern US

Unique Geologic Sites to Visit in Mammoth Lakes, California – Hot Springs and More!

Mammoth Lakes, California has so much cool geology to experience. From hot springs to bizarre petrified springs, you'll be amazed and what you'll find just outside Yosemite.
Rob Taylor WOW Watersports Inflatable SUP Rover at Fort Matanzas NM St Augustine Florida 2
Posted inBlogging & Tech Paddling: Kayaking, SUP, Canoe & Rafting Travel

Review of WOW Watersports Inflatable SUPs: the Rover and Soundboard

We try out a lot of inflatable SUPs and have picked our favorites for 2022: the WOW Watersports inflatable SUPs, Rover and Soundboard. Read our complete review of both boards, including rigidity, features and ease of use.
Taylor Family at San Diego Pride Parade 2019 1
Posted inCalifornia Parenting SoCal

San Diego Pride: experiencing the best Pride festival with kids

We get a lot of questions about attending Pride events with kids. This year we flew to California and did the San Diego Pride celebration and had a great time.…
Rob Taylor at Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Pierhead Lighthouse Door County Wisconsin 4
Posted inBlogging & Tech

So you want to start blogging: how I started a blog and found a job I love (it’s not easy!)

We lead the most fun lives: always travel and enjoying beaches with the kids or touring old forts or hiking in the desert. It's all fun all the time. Not…
Chris and Rob Taylor at Butler Beach Florida 2020
Posted inBlogging & Tech Parenting

Why Pride Matters: 10 Ways To Show You Love The LGBTQ Community

There are many reasons why Pride matters, including giving hope to younger generations that need the support to be themselves. 10 Reasons why Pride matters and how to celebrate.
Florida House Bill 1557: why it hurts LGBTQ families in Florida
Posted inParenting

What is Florida HB 1557: How It Impacts LGBTQ Families

Why is the Florida House Bill 1557 dangerous for LGBTQ students and families? A breakdown about the impact FL HB 1557, the "Don't Say Gay" bill, will have on the LGBTQ community if enacted.
Since Orlando theme parks are open, is Disney World or Universal handling COVID-19 pandemic precautions better? Side by side comparison of health and safety measures between Universal Orlando and Disney World.
Posted inFlorida Travel Parenting Podcasts

UPDATE – Should You Pick Disney World or Universal Orlando During COVID-19 Pandemic?

Since Orlando theme parks are open, is Disney World or Universal handling COVID-19 pandemic precautions better? Side by side comparison of health and safety measures between Universal Orlando and Disney World.
The complete apocalyptic road trip experience of cross country relocation during a pandemic. Our story, precautions we took, and observations across the USA.
Posted inParenting

Cross-Country Relocation: our apocalyptic road trip during a pandemic

I posed the question of what to write about our cross-country relocation from the Seattle area to Saint Augustine, Florida because we did it in such a strange time. I…
Taylor Family Kayaking at Silver Springs State Park Ocala National Forest Florida 2021 13
Posted inPaddling: Kayaking, SUP, Canoe & Rafting Travel Parenting

Best Quality Kayaking Gear Recommendations For Beginners

Top kayaking gear recommendations for new or experienced paddlers, from single kayaks to inflatables. Top picks for tandem kayaks and how to transport paddling gear.
Taylor Family Hiking at Mohawk Lakes White River National Forest Breckenridge Colorado 1
Posted inColorado Parenting Rocky Mountain Region

Preventing Altitude Sickness: Best Tips For Recovery At High Elevations

Traveling to higher elevations can cause altitude sickness after a short period. Here is how to prevent and recover from altitude sickness, also called acute mountain illness, and be able to enjoy traveling to gorgeous mountain destinations.
Chris Taylor and LittleMan setting up Camping
Posted inNational Parks Parenting

Camping With Kids: 5 Easy Hacks To Make A Smooth Trip

Camping seems so daunting for some people, either because they don't have a ton of experience with it or because they don't know how to enjoy roughing it. We've put…
Home Office Setup with Shared Homeschool Space
Posted inBlogging & Tech Education Parenting

Virtual School Setup: How to Setup the Best Learning or Home Office Environment

How to setup a virtual school space or effective home office setting, including a tried and true shopping list. Prep for back-to-school or continued working from home with this guide.
gay travel advertising featured
Posted inParenting

LGBTQ Travel Marketing: missing the mark… but here’s a plan!

Do you know what I love about modern television and online marketing?  Advertisements that speak to me and that I don’t mind watching or looking into more.  A catchy ad…
Smart Budget Tips You Need to Enjoy a Travel Lifestyle
Posted inBlogging & Tech Parenting Podcasts

Smart Budget Tips You Need to Enjoy a Travel Lifestyle

In this podcast episode we have Danielle Desir, editor and star of The Thought Card blog and podcast, the founder of Women of Color Podcasters, and .author of several books…
Front of Buccaneer Bungalow Butler Beach Saint Augustine Florida Vacation Rental 2
Posted inBlogging & Tech Podcasts

Buying A Vacation Rental: Why & Best Tips You Need To Know For Success

Buying a vacation rental can be complicated. We bought, fixed up, and ran a profitable short term rental in less than a month. Here's how we did it and tips for running a successful vacation rental in Florida (or anywhere).
Rainbow at Crescent Beach Saint Augustine Florida 2020 1
Posted inParenting Podcasts

Moving Across The Country: How A Risky Move Became Remarkable

Deciding to move across the country is a huge life change. This is how we reached the decision, how we executed the move, and what we learned from a cross-country relocation.
Rob Taylor at Westminster Abbey Parliament Square London 1
Posted inBlogging & Tech Podcasts

Best Tips You Need To Know For Using Travel Points And Miles

Best Tips for Using Travel Points and Miles to save money and have amazing experiences on your trips. Credit card programs, booking tricks and more easy travel hacks.
Taylor Family in Swimming Pool at Best Western Island Palms Hotel San Diego California 5
Posted inBlogging & Tech Parenting

15+ Proven Ways to Boost Immune System and Stay Healthy

Staying healthy and boosting your immunity is important both for travel and everyday life. We've got tips from healthcare practitioners and parents to help your family stay healthy.
Starting a Family vis Surrogacy: Conquering Roadblocks and Happy Success
Posted inParenting

Starting a Family vis Surrogacy: Conquering Roadblocks and Happy Success

We get countless questions about having kids via surrogacy, so we've decided that we need to share the process we went through and our best tips for ensuring that the…
Working hard and planning brings big blogging goals to life. We've lined everything up and now HUGE life changes are happening! #goals #blogging
Posted inBlogging & Tech

Huge Life Changes and Blogging Goals: our next steps

Our big announcement: it’s time to share! You know when you’ve been working on something for a long time, like years, and then you finally get to see it come…
With the current state of the travel industry and blogging, everyone needs to find way to be proactive and get ready for when economic recovery happens. Ideas for preparing for the future, projects to do in down-time, and ways to support travel industry recover.
Posted inBlogging & Tech

Being Proactive with Travel Blogging in 2020

    Big Take-aways about the Current State of Travel Blogging   EVERYONE IS BEING IMPACTED in every industry, and especially within each sector of travel. The severity of impact…

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