San Diego County overflows with fun for families. There is plenty for all ages to enjoy in this sunny Southern California town. As a mom who lived in San Diego for 15 years and who returns regularly with her brood, here are my picks for the best San Diego attractions for kids. I’ve also included my favorite restaurants […]
15 Best San Diego Attractions for Kids Plus Hotels & Restaurants for Families
September 6, 2018 120 Comments
18 Superior Things to do in Duluth, Minnesota with Kids
August 15, 2018 18 Comments
When considering a trip to Minnesota, the Twin Cities and Mall of America will surely spring to mind. For a relaxing and nature-filled vacation, though, head north to the port city of Duluth. The star attraction in Duluth is Lake Superior, the world’s largest freshwater lake by surface volume. It’s so big, in fact, you might […]
12 Fabulous Things to Do with Kids in Montpellier ~ France’s Most Youthful City
May 16, 2018 30 Comments
Montpellier is the best city in France that most North Americans have never heard of. This vibrant capital of the Languedoc-Rousillon region in Southern France bustles with fashionable college students and is home to the youngest population in all of France. I was once one of those young students. It’s been over 20 years since I […]
Prescott with Kids ~ Fun Things to Do in Arizona’s Territorial Capital
February 26, 2018 34 Comments
Prescott with kids is an adventure into Arizona’s past. Designated the capital by President Abraham Lincoln back when Arizona was still just a territory, the city embraces its Wild West history. If you’re picturing desert landscape with lots of prickly saguaro cactus, dusty tumbleweeds, and record-breaking heat, however, think again. Families from today’s capital Phoenix […]
Oahu with Kids ~ Attractions the Whole Family Will Love
February 16, 2018 16 Comments
I’ve been visiting Hawaii since I was child, starting in the 1970s. I have many wonderful memories of Oahu in particular, many of which would never make it into any guidebook because they’re quite personal and meaningful only to me. I still smile when I think about the cute pedicab driver I had a teenage […]
Best San Diego Zoo with Kids Tips & Itinerary
October 5, 2017 53 Comments
As a fifth-year San Diego Zoo member and a mama of two young children, I have spent a lot of time at this world-renowned zoo. Here is a list of 11 of the best exhibits, restaurants, and rides the zoo has to offer.
Seattle with Kids ~ Super Fun 3-Day Weekend Itinerary in the Emerald City for Families
September 19, 2017 53 Comments
Seattle is famous for music, airplanes, coffee, computers and rain. Though indeed wet much of the year, Seattle is a beautiful family-friendly metropolis surrounded by water, mountains and trees. Grab an umbrella and get on your way. Here’s how to spend a long weekend vacation in Seattle with kids. Day 1 in Seattle with Kids Pike Place […]
9 Amazing Adventures in Canon City and Colorado Springs for Families
August 23, 2017 28 Comments
If you’re looking for adventurous family travel, look no further than Colorado’s Pikes Peak Region. A vacation here will help your family members connect with nature and with each other in unexpected ways. You won’t want to miss these nine amazing adventures in Canon City and Colorado Springs for families. 1. White Water Rafting Challenge […]
15 Sweet Things to Do in Hershey, Pennsylvania with Kids
April 26, 2016 9 Comments
Would you like to visit the Sweetest Place on Earth? Sightseeing, thrill rides, live entertainment and endless chocolate treats await in a town that smells like cocoa. Check out these 15 things to do in Hershey, Pennsylvania with kids. 1) Schedule a day of fun at Hershey Park. The highlight of any trip to Hershey, Pennsylvania with kids is […]
Fun and Educational Things to Do in Winnipeg with Kids
November 6, 2014 2 Comments
Located smack in the middle of Canada, Winnipeg was once a contender to be Canada’s national capital. Winnipeg may have lost out on that distinction, but the city is one of the most family-friendly in Canada. Summers are a dream here, but the abundance of cultural and family attractions make it an attractive city break destination […]
5 Fun Family Sleepovers in Toronto
April 30, 2014 1 Comment
Why not skip the hotel one night and sleep somewhere more unusual during your next family vacation? Since the release of the first Night at the Museum movie starring Ben Stiller, unique sleepovers have been springing up everywhere. These creative overnight outings allow kids to learn while having fun, and parents don’t have to vacuum up the popcorn […]
Fort Worth Family Fun
March 14, 2014 1 Comment
When you’ve got a kid who’s as obsessed with horses and cowboy culture as mine, it only makes sense to head to Texas. Fort Worth, named the #1 value-friendly destination in the United States by Hotwire.com, was a no-brainer for us. Originally a lawless western outpost, it’s now known as much for its world-class cultural amenities […]
Bloomington, Minnesota – An Affordable & Fun Family Vacation Destination
April 3, 2013 2 Comments
Bloomington’s central location between the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul and outlying suburbs makes it a fabulous spot for a Minnesota vacation. With no sales tax on shoes or clothing purchases plus reasonably priced hotels and restaurants, a vacation to Bloomington is an affordable choice. There are a lot of misconceptions about Minnesota, for example, that the state is made up […]
