Oregon Road Trip Itinerary Pack it up and explore the Pacific Northwest with nine picture perfect Oregon road trip stops during the summer. First start in Portland (especially if you are flying in) and find with a host of family…
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…
Located high about the Coachella Valley and Palm Springs find an mountaintop oasis with cool breezes and a pine forest. To reach this oasis, climb aboad the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway for a desert escpape including wintertime snow. With a…
The flowers bloom in April for San Antonio’s largest festival as the city takes a break for fun, families included. Fiesta San Antonio offers a 10-day celebration with hundreds of thousands filling the streets for a couple of the largest…
In the middle of Cental Texas, find a unlikely destination packed with fun for the family. North of Austin and south of the Dallas/Ft. Worth, Waco offers a surprising amount of family fun for a weekend getaway. Start with the…
Outdoor time is refreshing for the mind and the spirit. Between the fresh air and the exercise, everyone can benefit for time outside. For a visit to the national parks, most of the sites are free year round. Only about…
After camping with kids for over 15 years, I’m here to say, make it easy for Mom. I’ve see too many Moms trying to make scones at the campsite with a carful of gear. Just don’t. Who are you trying…
It’s been a pleasure to live in Austin for 20 years, and I love it more everyday. I love its laid-back vibe along with its urban offerings, like top restaurants. With world-class museums and murals, visitors can enjoy art at…
Might be a quest to visit all 50 states, or you might be on your way to the Black Hills of South Dakota or Yellowstone National Park, either way Nebraska offers a great road trip stop. Scotts Bluff National Monument…
The Smokies of Tennessee and North Carolina are a top year-round mountain destination. It’s home to some spectacular fall color, especially in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. During your getaway find outdoor activities galore, like rafting, horseback riding, zip…
Pack up the family and explore Santa Barbara for your next weekend getaway. The kids would love to hop aboard an Amtrak train for a stress-free way to arrive from Los Angeles. Or make it a longer trip and discover…