13 Awesome Things to Do in San Francisco with Kids
San Francisco has always been one of my favorite cities to visit on my own, but I daresay I’m about to bump it to the top of my list for family vacations, too. The city by the bay has plenty … Continued
A Review of Ruby’s Inn: The Place to Stay at Bryce Canyon National Park
Iconic. That’s the word for Best Western Ruby’s Inn, which has provided weary travelers to Bryce Canyon National Park comfy accommodations for almost a century now in what remains a family business. When I decided I wanted to take my … Continued
Things to do in Seabrook, Washington
Seabrook is a unique Washington Coast town in that it’s completely and utterly planned, which ups the ante on the atmosphere and creates a seaside town that’s charming and well thought out. If you like your coast wild and untamed, … Continued
Multnomah Falls in Oregon: What to Expect When You Visit
Multnomah Falls is one of Oregon’s iconic places to see – and it’s totally worth the stop. At a whopping 611 feet tall, it’s one of the tallest falls you’ll ever see, but the best part is that you don’t … Continued
The Original Fly Tot Review: An Ingenious Sleep Solution for Kids on Planes
My youngest child is now three years old, and every day I thank my lucky stars I am no longer changing diapers on airplanes. Very rarely do I wish I could go back in time to red-eye flights with tiny … Continued
The Best Toddler Travel Gear You Need for Your Next Family Vacation
Traveling with a toddler is…a lot. Toddlers are not known for listening well, staying put, staying still, staying quiet, or any other skills that make traveling go smoothly. Expect a little bit (or a lot) of chaos. Maybe everything will … Continued
What to Pack for a Trip to Costa Rica (with Kids)!
We’re the type of family that owns ten pairs of rain boots and cries, “We’re melting, we’re melting!” when the sun comes out, so packing for a trip to Costa Rica is no small feat. I have a lifelong goal … Continued
Should You Take Your Kids to Corcovado National Park in Costa Rica?
Corcovado National Park is the crown jewel of Costa Rica’s extensive national park system. Sure, you can visit Manuel Antonio National Park…but if you’re the type of person who prefers more animals and fewer people, you need to go farther … Continued
Visit the New FAO Schwarz in New York City
A trip to New York City should feature at least one fantastic surprise. For me, it was finding out that the iconic children’s toy store FAO Schwarz, which closed its store on Fifth Avenue in 2009, reopened in Rockefeller Square … Continued
A Review of Our Experience at Skamania Lodge in the Columbia River Gorge
Skamania Lodge is tucked into a particularly scenic spot in the ridiculously scenic Colombia River Gorge, and is the perfect place to stay whether you want to relax with a view or whether you want a base for exploring this … Continued