Meet Eileen, the Founder, Editor & Content Chief
Eileen Gunn, Founder and Content Chief, loves talking with family travel with parents, travel brands, reports; anyone!
She has been interviewed by U.S. News World Report, USA Today, “Good Day New York,” CNN, Fox News, MainStreet.com, Martha Stewart Radio, WSJ Radio, ABC Digital, New York Newsday, Bloomberg Business Week, The Oakland Tribune, Family Travel Magazine, Go Escapes magazine (USA Today’s), and more.
She has traveled on five continents and by train, plane, ship, boat, car, moped, tuk-tuk, double-decker bus and more. She can talk about the ins and outs of travel with a tot, a child, a tween and a teen.
If you are a brand looking to partner, a parent looking for advice or a reporter looking for expert insights on parents, kids and travel reach out by email.
For more information about partnering with me, see my Media Kit.
Speaking/Consulting/Writing:
Eileen is a journalist with 20 years of experience. In addition to creating and editing content and photos for FamiliesGo! She has written about travel for Reuters, Parents, The Huffington Post, RoamRight, Eagle Creek, Orbitz, Diamond Resorts, The Street.com, Learnvest, Travel-Wise, Travel-Age West, Skift, Park Slope Parents and others. She’s available for freelance assignments related to travel with kids of every age, kid-free couple travel and family-friendly destinations.
She is available to speak with parenting groups about how to make traveling with kids less intimidating, more manageable and absolutely fun!
She is also available to consult with DMOs, hotels and travel brands on how to travel services and experiences great for all the generations traveling, and why that matters.
In the Media: Praise & Profiles for FamiliesGo!
- Tiny Beans Best Family Travel Blogs to Bookmark in 2023
- Feed Spot: Top 100 Family Travel Blogs and Websites in 2023
- The Nappy Bag Blog: Top Parenting Blogs That Rock The Web in 2019
- Holiday Lettings by Trip Advisor Best 20 Family Travel Bloggers of 2016
- Peanuts or Pretzels: Best Family Travel Blogs of 2015
- Tiny Beans: Best Family Travel Blogs We Love
- CardRates.com FamiliesGo! Offers Tips on Traveling With Children
- Pink Pangea: With FamiliesGo!’s Eileen Gunn
- Reflections Enroute: Rendezvous With Eileen From FamiliesGo!
- Interview in Nerdwallet: How I Flew To Paris for Free
Eileen Quoted in the Media
- Scary Mommy: What’s Proper Pool Chair Etiquette?
- US News & World Report: The Best Travel Strollers for 2020
- Readers Digest: 18 Sneaky Ways Disney Gets You To Spend More Money
- Family Vacation Critic: 5 Ways to Ruin Your All-Inclusive Vacation
- Family Vacation Critic: 12 Tips for a Road Trip with Toddlers
- Family Travel Magazine: The Best U.S. Islands for Families
- Family Travel Magazine: The Best Family Friendly Hotels
- Family Travel Magazine: Things To Do Before Traveling Abroad
- Smart Mouse Travel: What Is The Best Age for a First Trip to Disney?
- The Associated Press: Business, Leisure Travelers Ponder Flying Without Laptops
- USA Today: The Science of Sleeping Away From Home
- ABC Digital: Hotels Roll Out Bedtime Amenities for Tiny Travelers
- The Wall Street Journal: When It’s OK To Give Kids a Tablet
- CNN.com: Give Children the Gift of Travel
- The Las Vegas Review-Journal : 5 Ways to Save Money During Peak Travel Season
- The Guardian: Happy (Working) Mother’s Day: Has the Balancing Act Gotten Any Easier?
- The Family Travel Association: Is Family Travel A Waste of Time? (Surely not!)
- The Family Travel Association: Family Travel in a Tricky New Travel Climate
- Go Escapes magazine (USA Today): House Vs. Hotel: Which Lodging Style is Better For Your Trip?
- Fox News: What if Fed-Up Travelers Ran the Travel Industry?
- Photo featured on Carpe Travel: Capturing the Red, White & Blue Through Travel
- Mainstreet.com: 10 Ways to Enjoy Winter Sports Without Going Broke
- American Public Media: Travelers Share Lessons Learned Overseas
- Christopher Elliott/ABC News: Screen Addiction is Destroying Travel: Here’s How To Stop It
- Opploans: Traveling With Kids on A Budget
- The O’Dwyer Report: Journalists Struggle Amid Ad Riches
Portfolio of Guest Posts & Content Collaborations
- Best Things To Do Around Colonial Williamsburg With Kids Travelocity
- These are the best family-friendly hotels and inns near Colonial Williamsburg Travelocity
- Top 10 Things To Do With Kids in Myrtle Beach Travelocity
- 7 Myrtle Beach Hotels Perfect for Families Travelocity
- 24 Best Family Travel Destinations for 2024 Kids are a Trip
- Best Camping in Florida Family Travels on a Budget
- Best Breakfasts Around the World Tale of 2 Backpackers
- 32 Epic Bucket List Vacation Ideas For Families Bridges & Balloons
- Mardi Gras Celebrations Around the World Rachel’s Ruminations
- Top 10 Recommended Winter Activities in Canada KNYCX Journeying
- 22 Stunning Beaches To Visit in December Two Scots Abroad
- 26 Natural Wonders in Africa Travel Drafts
- Top Landmarks To See in Pennsylvania Travel Drafts
- The 14 Best Pink Lakes in the World A Nomad’s Passport
- 23 Best National Parks To Visit In June in the USA Go Far Grow Close
- Inspiring Travel Books Recommended by World Travelers Travel Past 50
- 20 Famous Landmarks in Colorado Travel Draft
- 21 Amazing Things To Do In NYC at Christmas Girl With the Passport
- 17 Most Popular French Drinks Travel Boo
- Family Travel Expectations for 2021 Our Globe Trotters
- Romantic Getaways in Upstate NY Travel Bliss Now
- Santa Claus Around the World Bon Voyage With Kids
- Williamsburg With Kids DQ Travel
- Top Quebec City Travel Tips Wandering Educators
- Fun Fall Activities Around the U.S. Kids Are a Trip
- 25 Movies Set In Paris Travel With Mei & Kirstin
- How To Travel Without Leaving Home: 24 Staycation Ideas Mindful Travels
- Indoor Activities For Babies, Toddlers, and Kids Parenthood 4Ever
- Books to Inspire Travel Across 5 Continents Tips 4 Trips
- 23 Unusual Things To Do in Paris Emily Luxton Travels
- 13 Ways to Make Traveling With a Toddler Easier. ChatterSource
- Best Foodie Destinations in the U.S. Mindful Travel
- 14 Common Disney Mistakes To & From Family
- Must Have Travel Items from 34 Travel Bloggers Claire’s Itchy Feet:
- Best Babymoon Destinations: U.S. Edition Wandermust Family
- The Best Family Resorts in Mexico Along for the Trip
- Best Places to Travel With Kids in 2019 Kids Are A Trip
- 7 Vacation Ideas for Hard-to-Please Tweens Family Vacation Critic
- 27 Expert Tips for a Magical Disneyland Trip With Kids RetailMeNot
- Best Places for Kids in New York City ThriftyFamilyTravels
- 30 of the Most Beautiful Cities in France Untold Morsels
- Best Travel Memoirs to Inspire Wanderlust The Travel Mamas
- 13 Big Lessons for Memorable Family Travel Blue Dolphin
- 13 Awesome Resorts for Families in the Caribbean and Mexico Gone With the Family
- Tips for Traveling Alone With Kids Tin Box Traveler
- The Best Family Vacation Destinations for 2018 Kids are a Trip
- 20 Tips to Get the Most out of Disney World Otis & Us
- What To See and Skip in Edinburgh ABC News/Travelzoo
- 14 Incredible Destinations in Canada for Families 5 Lost Together
- Moms, It’s OK to Travel Solo Detail Oriented Traveler
- What Not To Do While Traveling With Kids Frugal Florida Mom
- 6 Ways to Entertain Kids While Traveling Family Off Duty
- Best Travel Books and Destination Guides for Kids Full Suitcase
- Survival Guide For Your First Family Festival Tin Box Traveler
- 12 of Europe’s Best Museums for Kids Tapped Out Travelers
- The Best Travel Books for Children The Travel Mamas
- Unique Holiday Themed Adventures Adventure Mom
- Child Friendly Hotels Kids Love Just Go Places
- The Best Family Destinations for 2017 Globetotting
- 25 Underrated U.S. Cities To Visit With Kids Gone With The Family
- The Best Family Travel Destinations Full Suitcase
- Where Families Choose To Cruise Family Adventure Project
- Tips for Peak Season Travel Travel Babbo
- Best U.S. Christmas Destinations For Families Tips For Family Trips
- 50 States of Best Cupcakes in the U.S. Walking On Travels
- Travel Writers’ Secrets: Top Montreal Tips Wandering Educators
- A Toddler-Friendly (& Free) Vacation Activity Hint Mama
- What To Pack for a Ski Trip TravelFashionGirl
- 18 Ski Packing Dos and Don’ts TravelFashionGirl
For a portfolio of my freelance work see my Content.ly profile.