If deciding whether multi-day guided rafting trips are right for you, you've no doubt read all the information available on numerous river rafting websites, scanned itineraries, and compared reviews. But which to pick? Nothing beats a day by day report from 'the field': we spent five days in July on the Wild and Scenic Rogue River with O.A.R.S. 5 day Rogue River trip. Read on for our full … [Read more...]
Appalachian Trail eco-lodge: AMC’s Highland Center Lodge with kids
February 4, 2013 By
Ready to get your family into the great outdoors? The Highland Center Lodge at Crawford Notch, New Hampshire is the perfect place to start—this family-friendly eco-lodge is a big step up from camping, but a welcome step away from hotels packed with amenities that you’ll never use (think day spas and formal dinners). The Appalachian Mountain Club is known for its network of hike or ski-in huts, but … [Read more...]
A stay at Brasada Ranch: a Central Oregon family golf resort
September 6, 2012 By
If your image of Oregon consists of only evergreens and rainy days, it's time to visit Central Oregon's high desert. One of our favorite regions for Oregon family vacations, Central Oregon offers beautiful mountains, lakes, and rivers for whitewater rafting, mountain biking, horseback riding, golf, and every snow sport you can think up. It's also home to a number of family resorts, including Bend … [Read more...]
Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa: Adventures by Disney excursions
September 30, 2011 By
During a stay at Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa, families have the opportunity to participate in something very unique: authentic Hawaiian excursions run by Adventures by Disney. As a huge fan of what Adventures by Disney does--expose families to a region's culture and history in an adventurous way--I was eager to sample some of what they offer Aulani guests. I was fortunate to participate in … [Read more...]
