The short answer to "is vacation an excused absence from school?" is it depends. However, there's so much more to consider in this issue than just how your school district classifies taking kids out of| Our Offbeat Life
Looking for kid-friendly breakfast restaurants in Chicago? Or maybe you're wondering if Lou Mitchell's is worthwhile? You've come to the right place! Since we were dating, one of our favorite (we didn't worry then about| Our Offbeat Life
Wondering what the best soft serve ice cream business in Chicago is? I can help! Of course, you can see that the answer is Scooter's Frozen Custard. But the real question is, why is Scooter's| Our Offbeat Life
Have you been wondering about Chicago private tours? You've come to the right place! Chicago is a city with so much to offer and exploration of the Windy City through private tours is an incredible| Our Offbeat Life
Christmas in Malaysia? Is that even a thing? Yes, it absolutely is! I know that when you think of Christmas, chances are that images of cold weather, snow, and evergreen trees come to mind. But| Our Offbeat Life
Looking for some festive and fun things to do in Chicago with kids in December? I can help! I lived in Chicago for over 16 years, before and after having kids. From Streeterville and Wrigleyville| Our Offbeat Life
Considering some family vacations for senior citizens with mobility issues? You've come to the right place! I should know! I'm Kristin from World on Wheels and I've been traveling with mobility issues for years. So| Our Offbeat Life
Wondering what this family travel book called "Wonder Year: A Guide to Long-Term Family Travel and Worldschooling” is? You’re in the right place! We interviewed the authors and had a great conversation that you can| Our Offbeat Life
The key to successful travel is a good packing list. Yes, you can have fun whether you take three suitcases for a week or just a backpack. However, you’ll navigate the airport better and have an easier time throughout your trip if you have the right things in your bag(s).| Our Offbeat Life
The best travel health insurance for full-time travelers (aka: digital nomads) isn't actually travel insurance. It's global health insurance. Overall, there's a big difference between travel insurance and global health insurance plans (sometimes called expatriate| Our Offbeat Life
