The grey skies of Seattle as a destination place for a family vacation may never cross your mind. Instead you may be dreaming of Disneyland, the beaches of Hawaii, or the lure of New York. Just a hop, skip, and a jump away (29 miles, to be exact) lies the fun city of Seattle! Here,…
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5 Exercises you can do while traveling
While making it to the gym is ideal it isn’t always practical. Life gets in the way and exercise gets put on the back burner. But that doesn’t mean you can’t stay active! Instead of looking for the perfect environment to workout use these five exercises to stay fit, active and healthy. Most people believe…
7 tips for homeschooling while traveling
Travel strengthens families. We’re a firm believer of this adage. But we also believe something else about travel– it’s one of the best ways for children to learn about the world. Homeschooling on the road is often called roadschooling, or lifeschooling, and it’s one of the easiest ways for your child to absorb lessons about…
Fun things to do with your kids in Las Vegas, Nevada
Las Vegas, Nevada doesn’t always spring to mind when you are thinking of kid-friendly destinations, but there are plenty of fun things to do with your kids in Las Vegas! Start by choosing your hotel carefully. You want to pick one with lots of kid-friendly things right there on site. If you are still looking for…
Where to stay with kids in Las Vegas, Nevada
If you are taking a family trip to Las Vegas, Nevada you are probably wondering which hotel would be the most kid-friendly… and which ones to avoid. I’ve stayed in two different hotels in Vegas, and toured half a dozen others so I’ve figured out a few things to look for when selecting a kid…
Fun things to do with kids in Columbia, South Carolina
Founded in 1786, Columbia is the oldest and largest city in the state of South Carolina and one of the oldest cities in the United States. This makes it rich in history with TONS of fun things to do with kids in Columbia, South Carolina! The Midlands of South Carolina is a beautiful combination of…
The road trip safety tip most families don’t know about
Road trips can be one of the most fun, and most memorable ways to travel as a family! There are songs to sing together and games to play in the car and it makes great memories (between all the bickering and “are we there yet”s). See fun road trip activities here… this post contains affiliate links….
How to save Thousands on your International Accommodations
Our family of four loves Guatemala, so we decided it would be great to stay for 2 weeks and attend language school. Sounds like a super idea until you start adding up the numbers, and even in inexpensive Antigua, Guatemala, the costs add up. The hotels in Antigua are absolutely beautiful. They are a mix…
What to know before you travel with your best friend
Kinda like an adult slumber party, the Best Friend get away offers freedom from family responsibilities for a few quick days to refresh and recharge. I hate to say it but I am married to a man whose imagination is not sparked by the idea of travel. Given a chance, I would hop on a plane…
Gluten Free Travel Food
If you are traveling and trying to maintain a gluten free diet too, these gluten free travel foods can help! Related: Find ideas from Food Network’s Sunny Anderson about eating healthier while traveling here. Disclaimer: Please keep in mind that these gluten free foods are subject to the ingredients you purchase and it’s possible that…