Best Family Road Trips in the US
One of our all time favorite ways to travel is by road. Prior to having kids road trips were few and far between. Usually just as a means to get somewhere that was too expensive to fly! I wasn't looking to take…
Top 5 Things for Families to Do in Palm Springs
An exclusive vacation spot for Californians and out of towners alike, Palm Springs is known for its outdoor exploration, relaxation and intense heat. These things blend together to create the perfect desert experience. Ideal for a girls weekend away or…
World’s Best Family Road Trips
Road tripping is a quintessential part of life in many countries around the world. Growing up in the US, we often think of road trips as being an American thing (don't we think that about all things!), but through my…
Things To Do In Oceanside CA
Through the years, my son has become a real train enthusiast, moving beyond just playing with his toy trains to actually taking an interest in real ones no matter where they are. He loves to go to the local train station…
The Flamingo Resort in Santa Rosa : Family Friendly & Budget Conscious
During my visit to Santa Rosa late last year, I was super excited to check out the Flamingo Conference Resort & Spa. I am a big fan of mid century modern design, old-school hotels and anything Vegas. From what I…
Top Stops from Belfast to Giant’s Causeway
Ireland is a spectacular country with breathtaking coastal scenery from the Wild Atlantic Way to the Cliffs of Moher and up to along the Antrim Coast in the north. With so much natural beauty, it's difficult to decide just which road trip you should…
Flying Southwest Airlines International
Flying Southwest Airlines international is perfect for families looking to get away near or far.
Horseback Riding in Tucson
I have been a fan of horseback riding since I was a kid growing up in Texas. It's something I try to do wherever I am, as it provides a good opportunity to see landscapes not otherwise accessible, as well…
Top Destinations in Costa Rica from Liberia Airport
In planning my yearly birthday trip, it came to my attention that there is a direct flight from Los Angeles to Liberia, Costa Rica on Southwest Airlines. I knew that Southwest had begun flights to Costa Rica, but hadn't really…
Where to Eat in Tucson with Kids
If you follow us regularly, you will know that finding options for meals while traveling is one of my least favorite things to do. It's the one part of traveling that I don't enjoy. Being in a new city, surrounded…
Top 10 Things to Do in Tucson for Families
Surrounded by 4 mountain ranges, bookended by a national park and situated on the banks of a river is one of Arizona's most welcoming towns. Tucson, Arizona is well known for being a fun loving college town and a haven…
Where to Stay in Tucson with Kids
When planning a trip somewhere, one of the biggest roadblocks for me is figuring out where to stay. Every destination is filled with so many options - from budget options and home stays to fancy resorts. This can be one of…
Exploring the Mojave National Preserve
If you are like most people, you have heard of the Mojave Desert, but your association might be limited to images of barren landscapes dotted with military bases. The Mojave definitely represents some of this, but it also has so much…
Go on Safari in Santa Rosa, CA
Long before we looked to go to Africa for safari, I had my eyes on a little known place in Northern California called Safari West. The Sonoma Serengeti as some call it, is unlike any wildlife preserve you will have…
JUCY: The Campervan for Non-Campers
I'm in love. We have just returned from a long weekend exploring the California desert in a JUCY campervan and it was amazing! Ever since I first saw these crazy looking green and purple vans on the road during our…
7 Tips on How to Travel More
I often get asked how I am able to travel so much with my son. Do you homeschool? Are you loaded? Is your travel free? All valid questions. Traveling with a family is difficult once children are in school and have…
The Essential Guide to Visiting Pismo Beach Sand Dunes
If you are heading up the Pacific Coast of California, you must make a stop at Pismo Beach Sand Dunes. Everyone knows about California's array of famous national parks, but what some don't realize is that there are also a…
Year in Review | 2016 Summary
This year for many has been a tumultuous year. With the election and feelings of uncertainty moving throughout the world, 2016 has just felt hard for many of our friends and family. Even though we have had a fantastic year…
Exploring Saguaro National Park in One Day
One of our main reasons for our recent visit to Tucson was to explore Saguaro National Park. And to get a other junior ranger badge of course! Reading the name saguaro, you might not know exactly what it is (or even…
On Safari at MalaMala Game Reserve
In February, we headed off to one of the few continents I had yet to visit, Africa. I am an ardent animal lover who has passed that love on to my 5 yr old son, thus a safari excursion was…