I admit I didn’t know much about Ft Riley or Manhattan, Kansas, before we arrived. When the PCS orders came through, I pulled up a map, blinked at the space between cities, and wondered what life might look like here. If you’re preparing for a move to Ft Riley, I…
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Military Lifestyle & Travel: This category covers every facet of life connected to the military community. Discover tips for navigating the unique experiences of recreational and duty-related travel, from weekend getaways to navigating a Permanent Change of Station (PCS). Explore advice for managing deployments, including ways to stay connected with family and maintain balance at home. Whether you’re looking for insights into military-friendly destinations or resources to make military moves smoother, this section is your go-to for all things military lifestyle, travel, and family life.
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The Truth About Traveling With Your Soldier (and Still Liking Him)
I recently read an article about the benefits of couples traveling together. It listed 18 ways that travel could enhance your relationship. And I thought, what a load of BS. It was so sweet and sappily romantic, but when is traveling with the person, you love really like that? Let’s…
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How to be a Military Dependent in Name Only
How to be a Military Dependent in Name Only I love my life, my family, and my husband. But it occurred to me that I had lost something significant to me. I lost myself– I abandoned my independence when I married into the military. I want– no, I need to…
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How to Make Travel Fun for Military Kids
How to Make Travel Fun for Military Kids Whether it’s a day trip, a PCS abroad, or somewhere in between, the military creates opportunities to travel. And if you have kids, that means you’ll be able to create long-lasting memories together in a way few others get. But can you…
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What Happened When This Military Spouse Traveled Solo to Pamplona
Travel has always been one of the best military spouse benefits. Fortunately, the military creates opportunities for Military Spouses to Travel for Solo Fun. It’s the week of San Fermin in Pamplona, a.k .a . the Running of the Bulls, and it’s one of my fondest travel memories.
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Army Brat Life: Lessons From a Childhood on the Move
Cherished memories of my Army Brat childhood abroad in South Korea. It wasn’t just good, it was phenomenal.
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How to Prepare for a Military PCS Move Overseas
Here we go again. I just found out we are about to PCS overseas again. Overseas, or OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States), duty assignments are exciting. But preparing for a PCS move begins months in advance of the move. The logistics of moving your family and your belongings halfway…
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Being A Black Military Spouse in America
Being A Black Military Spouse in America As a black military spouse and mother, I’ve traveled to approximately 60 countries. Many of them alone. But most of them have two black boys in tow. People often ask me what it’s like traveling while black to all those places— some of…