When it comes to traveling with kids, not all cities are created equal. Luckily, Chi-Town is one of our favorite kid-approved metropolises, offering loads of fun for the whole family. From the towering T-Rex at the Chicago Field Museum to the Penguin … [Read more...]
Four day trips from Rome (with or without a car)
August 12, 2021 by 5 Comments
We're in the midst of organizing our first family European trip, which is great fun. After all, your trip starts the minute you begin planning it! I've always loved Rome, so I know the Colosseum, Vatican, and lesser-known stops like the Mercato … [Read more...]
Jamestown Settlement and Colonial National Historical Park
July 8, 2021 by 1 Comment
While visiting Colonial Williamsburg with kids, definitely budget half a day to visit Jamestown. Learning about this first viable settlement of Virginia rounds out the historical understanding of the area (the residents of Jamestown later migrated 10 … [Read more...]
Five best things to do when you visit Miami
May 5, 2021 by Leave a Comment
By far one of the most enticing things about visiting Miami, Florida is the fact that no matter when you go, you can almost always count on getting some sunshine. Yes, south Florida enjoys warm sunny weather all year round. Now couple that with the … [Read more...]
One week in San Diego with kids: San Diego itinerary
March 24, 2021 by 1 Comment
San Diego is one of our favorite spring destinations: it's warm, offers up both beaches and culture, and can be affordable for a week-long visit. Here's what not to miss with kids during a one week San Diego itinerary: As travel today remains … [Read more...]
Budget-friendly Spring Break destinations you haven’t thought of
March 15, 2021 by 8 Comments
Planning a Spring Break vacation? With only a week or so off school, it can be hard to find a vacation that's both easy to plan and easy on the wallet. Below, we have over a dozen ideas throughout the US, Caribbean, and Mexico for budget-friendly … [Read more...]
Six kid-friendly tourist attractions to visit in Pigeon Forge
November 9, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Travel can be challenging right now. If you decide traveling is right for your family, be sure to social distance, wear masks, and quarantine upon your return. If you're ready to hit the road and take your family on an adventurer's journey, here … [Read more...]
Exploring Spokane and Northern Idaho with kids
September 3, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Two of my three kids were born in Spokane, Washington. During the time we lived in this Eastern Washington city, downtown Spokane remained fairly sleepy, with quiet, understated shops and eateries framing beautiful Riverfront Park. In the years since … [Read more...]
American Colonial and Revolutionary History Road Trip
July 20, 2020 by 4 Comments
Touring Boston, Philadelphia, and Virginia with kids! Looking for a ready-made American history road trip itinerary? We've got it! This itinerary starts in Boston, MA and ends in Williamsburg, Virginia, and hit highlights of American colonial and … [Read more...]
Museums in Moscow and St. Petersburg worth visiting
July 25, 2019 by Leave a Comment
To experience the best that Russia has to offer one should visit its two most iconic cities – Moscow, a glamorous capital, and St. Petersburg, with its culture and stunning architecture astonishing at every turn. Moscow and St Petersburg are the … [Read more...]
