Back in the olden days of B.C. (Before Children), my wife Colleen and I would often jump in the car and take off for the weekend, plans and planning be damned. These days, though, spontaneity has a ...

Whether it's a few hours to Grandma's house or a multi-day summer vacation, taking the kids on road trips is a rite of passage for parents. Doing it right, however, requires practice and preparation.