With vistas of rust-red desert, Saguaro cacti jutting out amidst the landscape, hiking, biking, horseback riding, balloon flying, museum exploring and tacos, tacos and more tacos, 48 hours in Scottsdale with kids is definitely not enough time to take…
I love stopping at unique and interesting roadside attractions — they are perfect for stretching legs, taking a break from a long drive, and creating memories of their own. Plus, where else can you find the largest ball of…
Cool wildlife, fun activities, beautiful scenery – that’s the trifecta of a great vacation spot for my family, and Custer State Park, tucked in the Black Hills of South Dakota, checked all of the boxes and then some. If…
Hiking Hocking Hills State Park with kids was exactly what we needed for our short Fall Break trip – gorgeous fall colors, unique and interesting hikes, social distancing, and a break from work, school and the craziness of the…
My kids have a goal of hitting all 50 states before they leave for college – and at 12- and 10- years old, they’re well on their way with 29 and counting. How do you classify an “official” visit…
We’ve compiled a list of the best large Midwest cities for families in the southeastern part of the Midwest — east of St. Louis and south of Chicago. Vacations in large Midwest cities have it all — truly, they…
A budget-friendly city with much more to do than just the Gateway Arch National Park, a trip to downtown St. Louis with kids can keep you busy for days. The cost effective nature of downtown St. Louis is a…
Finding a great spot for a family reunion can be a huge challenge, but the Lodge at Geneva in Geneva on the Lake, Ohio on Lake Erie checked all the boxes we needed for a fun and memorable gathering…
What are the best trips in the U.S. for kids under 10 that aren’t Disney Parks? Whether your family loves museums, zoos, interactive experiences, or the beach, any of these locations will keep them excited, entertained and engaged with…
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial Spencer County, Indiana (the South Central part of the state) is home to some important and interesting Abraham Lincoln boyhood sites to visit – and makes a perfect fall weekend with the trees turning a…