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Rob Taylor swimming in Cenotes Dos Ojos Playa Del Carmen Mexico

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Cave snorkeling in Cenotes dos Ojos, Yucatan Peninsula

We're a family travel blog through and through... except when one of us has to travel for work or something. I had the amazing opportunity to tour the Caribbean aboard…

Taylor kids in life preservers in Cap Sante Marina Anacortes

Pacific Northwest Washington State

Anacortes, Washington – Gateway to Whidbey and the San Juan Islands

Once upon a time we wrote this great article about why you shouldn’t write off a destination and basically said that you should always give a place a second chance…

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National Parks Oregon Pacific Northwest

Rustic heaven at the Chateau at the Oregon Caves

If you know me (Rob, Hi!) you know that I use the word “magical” in 50% of my sentences… and so does Oliver… because he’s my mini-me. Blame it on…

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California NorCal Southwestern US

Battery Point Lighthouse: worth getting your feet wet

I went to Crescent City, California once when I was a kid. I just remember being told that in 1964 a tsunami (tidal wave) crashed into the town… and then…

Taylor Family Beach Day at Pacific Reef Hotel Gold Beach Southern Oregon Coast

Oregon Pacific Northwest

the Southern Oregon Coast’s Pacific Reef Hotel

Sometimes family travel is so tiring that all you want to do is check into your hotel, take off your shoes and sit on a balcony. With the door closed.…

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California NorCal Southwestern US

The Carter House Inn of Eureka, California

As we made our way through Northern California and explored the beaches and National Parks, we stayed in all kinds of hotels and lodges. When we left the Bodega Bay…

Sometimes you hike to amazing sights and sometimes you regret not reading the map correctly... Like at Trinidad Head Lighthouse. 2traveldads.com

California NorCal Southwestern US

Finding the Trinidad Head Lighthouse

When you live on the coast you get accustomed to certain maritime things. You know, like hearing fog horns, continually sweeping up sand in your house, having lighthouses in half…

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Pacific Northwest

Family boating in the Pacific Northwest

You see us mostly heading to the mountains or the beach, but we like to do so many other things. Something we enjoy and do with our whole family every…

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California National Parks NorCal

A stop at the Golden Gate Bridge: an American icon

Ooh, we love a good tourist attraction. Not a tourist trap, but a genuine attraction. Of all of the classic American icons a few really stand out: the Statue of…

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Family hiking with the Piggyback Rider

Being a dad is the coolest thing ever. You get to teach your kids about bugs and cooking and building things and art and hiking and so much more. While…

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California National Parks NorCal

The Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite National Park

It was so great to stay in lodges on our #2TDgoparks2016 roadtrip. After several days of snow chains and foiled hiking plans it was nice to arrive at the Tenaya…

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California National Parks NorCal

Staying at John Muir Lodge in Kings Canyon National Park

After a few days of battling the fog and snow in Sequoia National Park we took the short drive to cross the border into Kings Canyon National Park. Like with…

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Georgia National Parks Southeastern US

A day at Kennesaw Mountain: Georgia history and nature

We’ve been to Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield a few times now. It’s one of those places that has both historical significance and modern day appeal. What? What sort of appeal…

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Florida Travel Southeastern US

Jacksonville Solo Travel: relax in Jax

One of the best family travel trips we’ve done was our visit to Jacksonville Beach and St Augustine. Experiencing Florida’s Historic Coast with the kids was so much fun and…

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Colorado Rocky Mountain Region

Denver’s Downtown Aquarium: cool and “huh?”

We go to a lot of aquariums. I feel like I’ve started other posts about other aquariums that way too, but it's because it's true. Of all the aquarium's we've…

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Colorado Parenting Rocky Mountain Region

Crazy fun at the Children’s Museum of Denver

Omagoodness. Have you ever been to a children’s museum? We have been to a couple children's museums and I'll tell you, they can be a bit stressful. The stress is…

So much happenin’ at the Butterfly Pavilion

Colorado Rocky Mountain Region

So much happenin’ at the Butterfly Pavilion

When you travel with kids a lot, you tend to do a lot of the same activities, but in different towns and cities. I feel like I’ve been to the…

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Colorado Rocky Mountain Region

A Day at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science

To be honest the reason we went to Denver wasn't actually for my cousin's wedding... It was actually to go to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. We are dads.…

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Easy Travel Tips for Paris and having a relaxing visit

We’ve become aficionados when it comes to traveling without technology and instant communication, which is funny because when we’re at home we’re connected so easily. Being in the grand blogosphere…

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Family Travel Tips: Mastering the Hotel Stay

Family travel is just different from business or solo travel in general and if you've never gone traveling with kids this all might seem very foreign to you, but that's okay. Let us enlighten you as to what checking into a hotel with kids is actually like and why we feel the need to share family travel tips about it.

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Pacific Northwest Washington State

Things to do at Fort Worden State Park in Beautiful Port Townsend

Fort Worden State Park is one of the coolest places to visit on the Olympic Peninsula. Located in Port Townsend, it's THE place to go when you visit, whether you're…

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Pacific Northwest

The Westin Seattle and Why We Found it Lacking

We pride ourselves on giving honest and positive reviews of the hotels we visit, the parks we go to, the restaurants we dine in... but now it's time to share…

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Pacific Northwest

Snoqualmie: the best day trip with kids. Ever.

If you live in Seattle you know that you’ll never be bored and that there are 10,000 day trips you can take in and out of the city. Well, do…

Rob Taylor at Comet Falls in Mt Rainier National Park 2traveldads.com

National Parks Pacific Northwest

The Beautiful Waterfalls of Mount Rainier National Park

There are few things that we’re just suckers for: lighthouses, bathrobes, and waterfalls. When you’re heading to the mountains to go hiking, you can only count on getting one of…

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National Parks: The Swag that Get Kids Excited to Learn

So, you know we love our National Parks. One of the most fun things we do when we go to a National Park, and this might sound kind of strange…

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Blogging & Tech

Why you Shouldn’t Write off a Destination – Benefits of Traveling for Yourself

Wanderlust runs deep in our family! As two dads raising two sons, we believe in giving them a passport to the world. Our adventures blend iconic landmarks with hidden gems, creating a rich tapestry of travel, parenting, and cultural immersion. We never shy away from a new discovery, ensuring each journey keeps us learning and growing together.

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Venice Flashback: stories of Venetian moments

Every place you visit has different versions of itself. We want to share a Venice flashback with you, as there is so much more to the city than the thousands of tourists marching single file across tiny foot bridges. Our Venice travel stories are happy, peaceful ones. Read our take on one of the most Iconic places in Europe.

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Florida Travel Georgia Parenting

Family Travel in the South…as an LGBT family

Originally written for GaysWithKids.com When people ask us where our favorite places to return to for family travel are, we’re pretty quick with our answers: Cabo San Lucas, Disneyland, Georgia/Florida……