Multigenerational travel is so important in today's reality of extended family often living great distances away, and kids becoming more and more scheduled, with less opportunity for quality time with parents and grandparents. We've written extensively on the type of trips that make for ideal multigenerational trips, the best of which include group tours led by experts in the outdoors. Why do … [Read more...]
Four family-friendly Ohio road trip destinations
April 6, 2018 By
If you are planning a road trip for your family, chances are you will not be alone on the highway. One survey released by a major travel company revealed that 35 percent of families take at least one vacation together annually, with some taking two or three trips per year. When it comes to popular destinations in America, Ohio often tops the list because of its family-friendly offerings, and there … [Read more...]
Disney World monorail resort restaurants: where to go and when
April 4, 2018 By
We love the Disney World monorail: it’s iconic, fun, fast, and easy. Strollers slide on and off with ease, lines are always at a minimum, and for kids, it’s a ride in itself. We try to take the monorail as often as possible during a Disney trip, in order to keep stress at a minimum. Our top Disney monorail tip: use this transportation to travel from the Magic Kingdom to Disney World monorail … [Read more...]
San Diego with kids: U.S.S. Midway attraction
April 2, 2018 By
I can't tell you how many times I've been in San Diego with kids and not gone to the U.S.S. Midway attraction. This incredible museum is comprised of the actual aircraft carrier that now sits in the San Diego harbor. Kids who love military vessels and planes will be in heaven, and even if your level of interest for these items is usually closer to lukewarm, you'll still be blown away. We spent an … [Read more...]
Best snorkeling beaches in Kauai North Shore
March 21, 2018 By
One of the best activities in the Hawaiian islands is snorkeling in Kauai. Need to know where to go? Read on for our top snorkeling beaches on Kauai's North Shore, compiled after a week of sampling (I know, rough job, right?). Here's what we found out: Anini Beach: This was the first beach we visited on Kauai, and it did not disappoint. Because it’s surrounded by reefs, Anini is very calm and … [Read more...]
How to experience boutique wine in the Northwest
March 19, 2018 By
With over 18 viticulture regions in Oregon alone, the Pacific Northwest has gained a reputation for growing wine grapes and producing great wine. To date, however, the vast majority of Oregon and Washington wine production is small-batch, grown on boutique estates. For wine aficionados used to frequenting large, well-known wineries in California, Tuscany or France, the difference in experience is … [Read more...]
Two ways to ski backcountry terrain on your next ski trip
February 26, 2018 By
If you’re one of those skiers or snowboarders who looks up at the most distant peak from the chairlift and says, “How do I get up there?” or notes tracks in fresh powder and wishes you’d put them there, you may want to elevate your next ski trip to include a day of backcountry terrain. Or, if you have teens (16 or older) who are yearning to learn what AT or touring skiing is all about, it might be … [Read more...]
Tahoe with kids: Granlibakken Ski and Sledding Hill
January 31, 2018 By
Looking to explore off the beaten tourist path in Tahoe with kids? Granlibakken is traditional Tahoe at its most authentic: this old-school resort boosts lodge rooms, condos, sledding, a day spa, and ski learning on poma bar and rope tow-accessed terrain. In the summer, there's a large treetop rope course and easy access to hiking trails and the lake shore. Keep this lesser known resort … [Read more...]
Family Apres Ski at Whistler Village
January 10, 2018 By
After a full day of skiing or boarding, nothing is so satisfying as unbuckling your boots and shedding your coat to warm up amid the lively ambiance of fellow skiers and perhaps a live band. Add a cold brew or warm beverage, and you just might be in heaven. We've already told you where to eat on a budget at Whistler, but you don't have to pass up the fun of apres ski drinks and appetizers, even if … [Read more...]
Planning a family vacation To Miami
December 19, 2017 By
After its record 15.5 million visitors in 2015, Miami easily holds its status as one of the premier tourist cities in the US. And that’s not surprising at all, given its warm, sunny climate, beautiful white sand beaches, and abundance of popular historic sites and entertainment stops. We've visited Miami many times, and have learned there's much more to this destination than the glamour of South … [Read more...]
