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Take Baby’s Car Seat On A Plane: How I Made A Car Seat Dolly From A Luggage Cart… A Stroller & Car Seat In One!

I recently flew solo with my 14-month-old son on his first airplane ride. Most airlines let you gate-check strollers & car seats for FREE. Since I knew that I would need a car seat once I arrived at my destination (and I wouldn't be comfortable renting one), I made a portable car seat dolly using a cheap luggage cart! After attaching the car seat to the luggage cart, I could use it like a stroller to get him from the car to the plane AND keep him confined while exploring the airports during layovers.

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Smoky Mountain River Rat Tubing Review: What To Expect Your First Time River Tubing With River Rat In Townsend TN (Or With ANY Outfitter)

East Tennessee is hot, and when you’re looking for a way to cool down with your family and friends, floating down the river is where it’s at! For me, the River Rat Tubing season pass was a no brainer -- because it's the most convenient way to get on the water without the commitment, logistics, or work of a canoe or kayak. Our entire party of 10 people (including teens and toddlers) had a blast their first time there, and I've been tubing with River Rat several times now.