When you think of Lake Placid, the first thing you probably think of is the 1980 winter Olympics (Miracle on Ice, anyone?). While the wintertime recreation opportunities are spectacular, Lake Placid is also a wonderful place to visit during the summer and fall. So leave your skis (or bobsled) at home, and pack up your swimsuits, canoe, and hiking boots! We recently took to the family to Lake … [Read more...]
Canyons Resort Park City with kids
October 18, 2013 By
We love Park City Utah skiing with kids! And we know there are several resorts and lodging options in Park City, but when we go, we always ski at Canyons Resort Park City. It's kind of like ordering the same thing off a great menu every time...when you know you love something, why take a chance on something else? What's to love at The Canyons Resort Park City with kids: The amazing terrain! … [Read more...]
Grand Summit Hotel at Canyons Resort, Park City
October 16, 2013 By
Last year, we named Park City as a Pit Stops for Kids' best ski town. We reviewed the Westgate Resort at the base of Canyons Resort, and we talked up the quaint downtown with its great shops and restaurants for families. Now we're back with our review of Grand Summit Hotel. Who's ready to hit Park City with kids? Why the Grand Summit works well for families: The Grand Summit Hotel at The … [Read more...]
Why we picked a small ship cruise: Small ship cruise Alaska booking tips for families
October 2, 2013 By
Yes, families can and should book a small ship cruise Alaska! The day we disembarked from our Alaskan Dream Cruises small ship cruise, we toured a museum of SE Alaska in Ketchikan. It took my kids about 15 minutes to view the entire facility, so I stopped them at the exit to ask why they'd spent so little time inside. My oldest replied, "We already saw everything in this museum in 'real life' … [Read more...]
U pick apple farms: Historic Sponsel’s Minnesota Harvest
September 30, 2013 By
Families visiting or living in the Twin Cities can get their autumn apple fix at Minnesota Harvest, one of the biggest u pick apple farms in the midwest. With more than 50 varieties of apples grown on the farm, families can certainly find their favorite, and enjoy a long growing season well into late autumn. If you want to make a day of it, add a horseback ride through Minnesota Harvest's … [Read more...]
Educational Travel: Is Temple Square Salt Lake City for everyone?
September 27, 2013 By
On a recent drive through Salt Lake City, we decided to stop (for the first time) at the city's famed Temple Square, and it made me wonder: is Temple Square Salt Lake City for everyone? I'll start with a disclaimer: we're not of the LDS faith. Because of this, the site does not hold any symbolic or sentimental meaning to us, other than as a significant player in Utah's rich history. We visited for … [Read more...]
Educational Travel: Three Island Crossing State Park, Idaho
September 13, 2013 By
Back to school doesn't have to mean only back to the books! Explore educational travel with pit stops to historic sites! Case in point: when traveling through Idaho on I-84, families may think there's not much in the way of a pit stop past Boise. About one hour east of the Boise/Nampa area, it's well worth a stop at Three Island Crossing State Park. Located in the town of Glenns Ferry, Three … [Read more...]
What to do in Ketchikan Alaska with kids
September 11, 2013 By
There's plenty to do in Ketchikan Alaska with kids! Whether in Ketchikan a day or two before or after a cruise or in the city for an extended time, there are a few must-sees. SE Alaska Discovery Center One of the best museums we viewed in Alaska, the SE Alaska Discovery Center is located in the heart of downtown Ketchikan, in easy walking distance of the cruise ship terminals. Start by … [Read more...]
Exploring Mendenhall Glacier, Juneau Alaska
September 9, 2013 By
Part of the Tongass National Forest, Mendenhall Glacier is one of Alaska's most accessible glaciers. Located just outside Juneau Alaska, Mendenhall can be driven to by tour bus or private vehicle, or can be explored from above via float plane or helicopter. While some helo tours do include a landing on the glacier, visitors arriving by car or bus will have access only to view Mendenhall and … [Read more...]
Educational Travel: California Trail Center Elko Nevada
September 6, 2013 By
Yes, you can still travel with your kids after back-to-school...just make it educational! In the following weeks, we'll be highlighting historical and educational pit stops to explore with your school-aged kids. The California Trail Center Elko Nevada a gem along I-80. Housed in a beautiful building just off the interstate; don't pass it, as you won't see another turn off to return to it for … [Read more...]
