For my dad’s birthday in 2009, I arranged for my cousin and her husband to come in from out of town for a family reunion. We planned several days at the theme parks, rented...
Imagine a place where the air is redolent of spices, and narrow streets lead to open terraces, courtyards with arched porticos, and stunning architecture with domed rooftops, colorful tiles and graceful columns. A place whose history...
From its mild tropical climate and gorgeous beaches, to its gracious people and rich cultural heritage, Mexico is a country full of character, flavor and charm, making it a wonderful holiday destination. Mexico is...
Mention the word “zoo” to a child and watch his/her face light up. People of all ages are instinctively drawn to animals. From majestic lions to Madagascar hissing cockroaches, the creatures that...
We visited Edwardsville, Illinois recently and stayed at the Country Hearth Inn & Suites on Plummer Drive. Admittedly, there’s not much choice if you’re looking for a hotel in the area, but believe me,...
The ruins of Corfe Castle are magnificent
Nestled within the verdant woodland of Irvine Regional Park, the Orange County Zoo is home to over 30 kinds of animals, most of which are native to the Southwestern United States. ...
This is the best place to stay for the money. It’s close to what you need. The pool is great!!!,. Beach 3min. drive. Golf course close. There is a great restaurant called Billy’s Bar...
There’s nothing quite like the great outdoors. Nature’s splendor is unrivaled with its rugged mountains, vast grasslands, winding rivers, coastal beaches and placid lakes. These are the places one seeks to get away...
The Caribbean… gorgeous water, fragrant breezes, tropical islands with palm trees and sandy shores, and fascinating history from pirates and European settlers to the indigenous tribes long before them… there is nothing quite like...
Lying hidden atop the Andes in the Cusco region of Peru, the ancient Incan city of Machu Picchu is one of the most important archaeological sites in South America. Long ago...
Butterflies are in bloom. That’s right, Spring brings more than flowers and budding leaves. It brings butterflies! From April 13 – September 1, the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County will...
Looking for some gigantic fun? Well my kids and I were, one fine fall day in Orange County, in the coastal area where white sand beaches lead up the hills to elegant resorts...
With Spring Break just around the corner, it’s never too early to start planning your family’s Spring Break vacation. From fun in the sun, to spectacular snowy adventures, we’ve compiled a list to...
It has been said that Egypt was ancient to the ancients. This is not surprising, for when the Greeks and Romans visited Egypt, they discovered a civilization whose imposing stone relics dwarfed their own...
In an industrial corner of Los Angeles, north east of downtown’s glossy towers, and just across the LA River, you’ll find an awesome art complex housed in what was once a Pabst Blue Ribbon...
The island of Kauai rises from the ocean like the clawed foot of a beast. The sharp ridges, deep valleys and steep slopes of its North Shore sink like talons into the surrounding...
Okanagan Lake is one of British Columbia's treasures
LEGOLAND Discovery Center is made up of a series of interactive features to immerse kids into a world where their imagination can run wild with creative inspiration at every turn. The family attraction hosts...
This is an event you should plan for three years from now. Yes, unfortunately you’ve missed this year’s amazing Glow event held by the City of Santa Monica, CA, and like a strange species...
One of the most wonderful things about winter is the recreation. With the snowfall come things like skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, horse-drawn sleigh rides, sipping hot chocolate, strolling through a picturesque village that...
Between Los Angeles and San Diego there are plenty of lovely seaside spots you and your children can enjoy. We’re very fond of the gallery filled streets and great ice cream cones in Laguna...
