Articles about travel destinations and experiences.
December 13, 2010
Located in Keystone Heights, Florida, a small town south of Jacksonville, Gold Head Branch State Park is a throwback to a simpler time. We stopped by on an RV trip from Williamsburg, Virginia to Orlando, Florida. We were looking for an inexpensive campsite, but discovered so much more. History of the Park Gold Head Branch ...
December 13, 2010
Cruising is a wonderful way to introduce your kids to international travel. You only have to unpack once, and you can relax and enjoy yourselves while others take care of everything from cooking your meals to cleaning your room. My Cruises for Families article is filled with tips for parents considering a cruise with their ...
December 13, 2010
Dad and I took an RV trip up the East Coast last summer. With no particular schedule, we had plenty of time to explore small towns as well as bigger cities. Halifax, North Carolina had never been on our radar, but when we ended up camped close by, I went online to see what was ...
December 13, 2010
So you’ve seen the great view from the top of the Chicago Hancock Center and enjoyed the Ferris Wheel and lake front fun at the Navy Pier (Article: Chicago Family Visit – John Hancock Center and the Navy Pier). So what do you do now with the kids in the windy city? Well, you could take them ...
December 12, 2010
“Upcountry” as Maui residents refer to the least tourist-traveled section of the island of Maui, is a different world from the tourist beaches at Kaanapali or Wailea, and different, too, from the rain-rich greenery on the Highway to Hana. Here you’ll find cowboys and farmers, crafts stores, galleries, and fresh produce you’ll wish you could ...
December 12, 2010
Southern Maui is a delightful tourist destination in the dry part of the island. It’s scenery is very different from the lush green dampness of Hana. Easy to access from the airport, with beautiful beaches and fantastic views of Lanai and Molokini crater – great for snorkeling trips – there are many wonderful resorts to ...
December 12, 2010
I’ll start out with this caveat: if you have a child who gets easily car sick, this twisting, scenic Maui road may not be for you; but the keyword is “easily”. The road may have plenty of twists and turns, but they are gentle, and you’ll be going slowly. You’ll also be making plenty of ...
December 11, 2010
Baltimore Maryland may not be the first U.S. location you think of for a family friendly vacation. The major tourist attractions of Washington, D.C., are after all only a short drive away, and until recently, Baltimore had neighborhood’s geared more to urban renewal than tourism for children. Baltimore has always been a fascinating cultural mix ...
December 11, 2010
Previously we explored the well known tourist attractions of Baltimore’s inner harbor, its water taxis, and historic Fort McHenry. But there’s a lot more to explore in Baltimore for families. First of all there are some unique small museums that you won’t find anywhere else. We loved the classic Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum. ...
December 9, 2010
In the mid-western United States, Chicago Illinois is the go-to destination for exciting urban activities. The largest city in Illinois, Chicago has plenty of sights to see, the beaches of Lake Michigan, some grand hotels, and a bustling environment combined with a comfortable, family-friendly aesthetic even in its upscale restaurants. Maybe it’s a heartland thing, but ...
