Inspiration is one of the best tools in our travel planning arsenal. And inspiration is everywhere, isn't it? From the textiles you see while out and about, to books, to meals, to travel sites - they all contribute to what we want to see, do, and learn about while traveling.

You know how, when you are looking for resources, you seem to look and look before you can find the right ones? One family travel author looked and looked for a family travel guide - and when she didn’t find one, WROTE it.

Writer Maliha Masood is good at getting inside a culture – and sharing it. We’ve interviewed her on Wandering Educators before, for her interesting book, Zaatar Days, Henna Nights:  Adventures, Dreams, and Destinations Across the Middle East.

When you’re traveling, it’s easy to fall out of your normal health and hygiene routines, often to your detriment. Getting sick or causing years of trouble isn’t worth letting go of your health routines! If you have kids, it’s even more important to keep both yourself and your kids healthy.

There's nothing like a good road trip, and one in Scotland is even better! If you're going to Scotland, here's a list of my mom and dad's 7 favorite places to eat in Scotland.

1. Loch Fyne Oysters
Loch Fyne, Cairndow; 01499 600 236
www.lochfyne.com

This is a very quaint and wonderful restaurant, with a lovely gift shop. Fantastic oysters!

We visited Scotland, and it was a great adventure.

Ah, summer! After a long winter, you want to utilize every last second of summer goodness. This includes staying outside until darkness is upon you and the chimnea is blazing beautifully, picnicking outside whenever you can, savoring long weekends, and making the most of your summer travel.