After traveling with kids for years, I know they love records. Death Valley National Park holds a lot of records. It is largest national park in the lower 48 with the hottest temperature recorded and the lowest elevtion in the…
As the only place in the U.S. where you can mine for diamonds and keep them, Craters of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas is a must stop. In this area of Arkansas, bisitors learn how diamonds were formed and volcanoes.…
As the top destination in Texas, San Antonio is a favorite with just about everyone from families to retirees. The River Walk is hopping all day and into the night. The Alamo Plaza is another top attraction and has opened…
The entire state of Hawai’i is a land of sea breezes, beaches of every color and heavenly polynesian flowers with an explosive core. The island of Hawai’i is the oldest and largest island, dominated by the pair of volcanoes that…
In Southern California, minutes from Palm Springs, Joshua Tree National Park protects two different desert ecosystems. An easy park to explore on a road trip, road trippers can drive from one-way through the park in a couple of hours. For…
After living in the Austin area for 20 years, I love its laid-back vibe along with its urban offerings, like top museums and a wide array of restaurants. Known for its world-class BBQ, it is also home to Tex-Mex options…
Located at the top of Texas in the Panhandle, Palo Duro Canyon is the second largest canyon in the U.S. and second only to Arizona’s Grand Canyon. Unlike the Grand Canyon, visitors can drive to the bottom of Palo Duro,…
Located in central Kentucky, Mammoth Cave National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an International Biosphere Reserve. With over 400 miles of charted passageways, it is longest known cave in the world. Visitors can get a taste of…
Located in the Texas Hill Country, Fredericksburg is a perfect getaway for families. As a German settlement from the 1840s, it features lots of German food, like sausages. Sweet eaters will love the German bakeries along with pie shops. Along…
For 10 days each Spring, San Antonio pops with color. San Antonio’s largest festival is the annual San Antonio Fiesta when the city takes a break for fun for everyone. From the river parade to the food festivals to the…
As the top destination in Texas, San Antonio blends history and fun into a bite-sized vacation for kids. From the crowd-pleasing River Walk to the San Antonio Zoo to several museums perfect for kids, families will find lots to do…
Glacier National Park is the crown of the continent protecting one million acres of the Rocky Mountains along the Canadian Border in Montana. With a short summer season, there is a lot to see, from the summertime wildflowers, mountain goats,…