Washington D.C. is chock-full of historical sites. You could spend days, weeks, maybe months exploring everything there is to see. We have a toddler in our crew, so that isn’t happening. But I still want my youngest kids to learn … Continued
Don’t make my husband admit he loves taking the kids to Disneyland. He fancies himself a backpack-toting, public-bus taking, cheap-hostel sleeping, crowd-hating kind of adventurous traveler. I had to wheedle and beg my way into our first family trip to … Continued
There’s a best stroller for every activity, and that includes travel. Yes, it’s true. You might need a different stroller for traveling than you do at home – and very possibly a cheap one that can withstand a few bumps … Continued
The snow-topped mountains that bookend Salt Lake City aren’t just a pretty backdrop for your family photo. They host a plethora of outdoor activities: skiing, hiking, fishing, biking…you name it, somebody’s done it. Unfortunately, my little ones are really no … Continued
Fremont bills itself as the Center of the Universe, which is just the type of blatant self confidence that attracts people to this quirky Seattle neighborhood. Although the numerous bars aren’t much fun for kids, Fremont has plenty of other, … Continued
Wondering how to travel with the whole family without bleeding money out your ears? Traveling with more people means more plane tickets, more beds to sleep in and more meals to buy. As I have learned through the years (and … Continued
Written in partnership with Todd Iverson, intrepid MonsterDad. If you are considering taking your kids to Olympic National Park, do it! The Olympic Peninsula is practically in our backyard, and it’s one of our favorite places to go. You can … Continued
I’m a hot mess kind of traveling mom, but I’m learning to embrace it. It’s sort of like when I was 13 and completely embarrassed to be seen in a swimsuit — swimming required a swimsuit, and I adored swimming, … Continued
Fun-size people can be temporarily distracted by fun-size snacks. However, tiny candy bars alone will not get you through an all-day road trip. You can find out why I feel so strongly about the perils of sugary snacks as well … Continued
Utah is more than just Jell-O and funeral potatoes. It’s also the state with the highest birth rate, proven by statistics and demonstrated by an enormous range of family-friendly attractions. There are the basics: a zoo, a planetarium, a children’s … Continued