Wander through a National Park to learn about the people of the past. Or explore a National Park and discover a majestic landscape with moutains, forests or oceans. Hike a trail with friends or family. Whatever your reasons, a book can…
With beautiful year-round weather, Santa Barbara offers a quick getaway, perfect for families. Located about 100 miles almost due west, Santa Barbara offers a bit of everything for active families. If there’s a train kid in the group, then hop…
Top Places to go in San Diego with Kids With warm weather and sunny skies, San Diego tops the list of family travel destinations for year-round travel. If you are looking for a fun winter break getaway with your kids,…
After seeing all 50 states and staying in countless hotel rooms, there is one place I adore, Yellowstone National Park. When I get to visit, my favorite place to stay is Old Faithful Inn. It’s an iconic piece of architecture and…
With over 1,440 square miles of wilderness center around the Olympic Mountains, Olympic National Park is a year-round destination. In addtion to the mountains, it’s home to several ecosystems, like the old-growth rainforests, beaches and lakees along with the mountaintop…
Maybe just as popular as the beaches, the California Redwoods are one of the top destinations in the state. Though at home in several parks across the state, to see the largest trees in the world, you need to visit…
Topping the list of summer must-sees for the Pacific Northwest is Mount St. Helens, the Washington volcano that blew up in 1980. For school-age kids and older, a trip to the Johnston Ridge Visitor Center is a great addition…
In the Strait of Juan de Fuca, take an island getaway with mild summer temperatures and lots of outdoor activities, With ferry service from several Washington ports, enjoy a trip full of hiking, exploring and eating seafood. San Juan Island…
Books Celebrating Women by Women For Womens History Month and International Womens Day, grab a book and learn about women past and present. Written by women about women, learn about history makers, pioneers, explorers and more in this guide of…
As a driver that has driven across North America, I’m always looking for my next overland adventure. I jumped at the opportunity to preview Wanderlust Road Trips: 40 Beautiful Drives Around the World by Moon Travel Guides. Blurring the line between…
Best Books for Men It’s the gift giving season and some men (or people for that matter) can be hard to buy for. I have several on my list. I like to gift books and audiobooks for the people in…
No surprise here, I love to travel. I also love to share products that I have used for years. After traveling professionally for 20 years, I had some products that I use trip after trip. From my first days as…