Residents of quirky Jerome are proud to live in America’s biggest ghost town. A booming copper mining town at the turn of the 19th century, Jerome was once home to 15,000 inhabitants. Those numbers have plummeted, leaving a mostly deserted city behind. Today, tourists flock to this Central Arizona community in search of Wild West […]
Nature Vacations for Families: Connect Kids with the Outdoors While Traveling
July 11, 2022 19 Comments
Families are so busy juggling science projects, carpools, and after-school activities in our daily lives that we often don’t take time to connect with nature, or with each other. Nature-focused vacations enable parents and children to unplug from technology and everyday stresses while using all our senses to create lifelong memories. To reignite children’s sense […]
30 Fun Things to Do in Flagstaff – Gateway to the Grand Canyon
June 1, 2022 31 Comments
Exciting things to do in Flagstaff abound all year long. Nature lovers flock here for outdoor play like hiking, mountain biking, skiing, and snowboarding. This Northern Arizona mountain town is a gateway to the Grand Canyon, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Flagstaff is also a college town with a youthful vibe […]
Best Road Trip from Phoenix: Southwest National Parks and Las Vegas
October 21, 2020 32 Comments
Looking for the best road trip from Phoenix? We’ve got you covered! This amazing itinerary includes the natural beauty of Southwest National Parks, the splashy fun of Lake Powell, and the glitz of Las Vegas. You’ll find options to modify this Arizona, Southern Utah and Nevada road trip to meet your desired vacation length and […]
9 Amazing Adventures in Canon City and Colorado Springs for Families
September 13, 2020 30 Comments
Head to Colorado Springs and Cañon City for an exciting, outdoorsy family vacation. Located in the Pikes Peak Region of Colorado in the Rocky Mountains, a trip here will help parents and children connect with each other and with nature in unexpected ways. Here are nine amazing things to do in Cañon City and Colorado […]
