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Florida Road Trip from North to South: 2Weeks, Jax to Miami Plan

This Florida road trip plan can be done over a 2 to 3 week period, covering the beaches, history and nature from Jacksonville the Gulf Coast, the Everglades and Miami. Choose the best road trip stops and plan for an unforgettable family vacation to Florida.

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Hawaii Travel Tips and Plans

How to Spend a Fun Weekend in Honolulu: adding Oahu to a Hawaii Trip

Spending a weekend in Honolulu as part of a trip to Hawaii is a fun and different sort of experience. There's much more to a visit than just Waikiki Beach including history, hiking and great food. See our recommendations for how to spend 2-3 days in Honolulu on Oahu.

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Illinois Midwest

Weekend in Chicago: City Guide for a Fun Trip to the Windy City

Planning a weekend in Chicago is easy if you have a great list of things to do. Mixing famous sites with museums and great Chicago events and shows, this weekend guide for Chicago is great fun for the Windy City.

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Pacific Northwest Washington State

Seattle Weekend Trip: a Guide to a Great Getaway to the Emerald City

Planning a weekend trip to Seattle is a fun and easy getaway to the Pacific Northwest. We've picked our favorite things to do and unique Seattle sights to see, including food and dining recommendations.

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East Coast Maine

Summer Maine Road Trip: An Easy Itinerary for a Unique Week in Maine

Summer in Maine is the perfect time for a road trip. This fun Maine road trip goes from Portland to the Highlands to Acadia National Park and the lobster towns of MidCoast Maine. Great trip with kids or on your own!

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East Coast New York

Visiting the New York Public Library: Iconic from Movies, Full of History

Visiting the New York Public Library is actually both an iconic NYC experience AND it's an awesome museum. From familiar and historic art works to the famous Rose Main Reading Room, see what to expect and how to plan your visit to the NYPL on 5th Ave in NYC.

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Blogging & Tech Parenting

Why Pride Matters: 10 Ways To Show You Love The LGBTQ Community

There are many reasons why Pride matters, including giving hope to younger generations that need the support to be themselves. 10 Reasons why Pride matters and how to celebrate.

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Southwestern US Texas

Weekend Trip to Houston: Fool-proof Plan for a Fun Texas Adventure

A weekend trip to Houston is just what you need to have a fun city break and I think it'll rewrite your impression of what Texas is like. From the arts to public parks and sporting events, Houston has so many things to do.

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Florida Travel Southeastern US

Favorite Things to Do in Orlando That AREN’T Theme Parks (and dining too!)

We've picked our favorite things to do in Orlando besides theme park trips (and included what parks WE would visit for just a day). Hotel recommendations, getting into nature and unique dining ideas in the Orlando area.

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East Coast New York

New York’s Museum of Modern Art: Why MOMA is the Best NYC Museum with Kids

Visiting MoMA with kids is a great way to get them talking about art, their observations and to open up about what they think about the world. The Museum of Modern Art in New York City is one of the most engaging places we've been. See what to expect and get tips for making your day at MoMA even better.

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East Coast New York

Broadway Shows with Kids – Tips for Having a Great Experience in NYC

Seeing Broadway shows with kids is a great opportunity to have both an iconic NYC experience and get kids excited about the arts. See our tips for choosing a good show to enjoy together and tips for making sure it's a good experience for everyone involved.

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Florida Keys Florida Travel Southeastern US

Adults-only Florida Keys Trip: a Totally Different Spin on the Keys Vacation

Doing an adults only Florida Keys trip is a surprising vacation experience that will leave you feeling more relaxed than you might expect. See what you can add to an adults-only trip and the different Florida Keys resort options when you are traveling without kids.

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East Coast New York

Seeing CHICAGO on Broadway: Is it okay to see with kids? The Full Scoop

Seeing CHICAGO on Broadway is a very different sort of show experience than other famous productions. See what to expect and if it's a good show to see with kids (you may be surprised), including details for the Ambassador Theater and tickets!

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East Coast National Parks New York

Visiting the Statue of Liberty: Tips for the Best Experience with Kids (or without)

Visiting the Statue of Liberty is a worldwide bucket list activity in New York City. We have all the details from reserving your tickets to climbing the Crown of the Statue of Liberty. Read more to get the scoop.

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East Coast New York

Seeing the Great Gatsby on Broadway: an Awesome NEW Show that’s BEAUTIFUL

Seeing the Great Gatsby on Broadway is going to become a standard for New York City. See what we loved about this new show and just how appropriate it is for kids. The Great Gatsby is a beautiful show, but there are some things to know before you go.

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East Coast New York

Visiting the Iconic Empire State Building – Much More than the Observation Deck

Visiting the Empire State Building is more than just going up to an observation deck now. From the exhibits to the photo ops see what you can expect when you visit one of New York City's most iconic landmarks (and tips for a great time!).

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Alaska Pacific Northwest

Fairbanks in Winter: One Week Itinerary for a Beautiful Alaska Experience

Fairbanks in winter is a trip you have to take with your family or friends. Experiencing the Alaskan cold, the Northern Lights and fall in love with sled dogs is all a part of embracing this awesome winter destination. Try our one-week Fairbanks winter itinerary for a complete experience.

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Hawaii Travel Tips and Plans

Guided Hiking in Hawaii: Beautiful Sights and Special Access to the Big Island

Guided hiking in Hawaii is a great way to get to experience places very few visitors get to. Hawaii Forest and Trail leads some really interesting hikes including waterfalls, volcanoes and more. See what you can find with special access and guides on the Big Island.

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Florida Travel Southeastern US Universal Parks

Universal’s Terra Luna Resort – the New Budget-friendly Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort

The new Terra Luna Resort at Universal Orlando is a great budget hotel option RIGHT NEXT TO EPIC UNIVERSE. That's right! you can actually save money AND be epically close to the new theme park (open May 2025).

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Florida Travel Southeastern US Universal Parks

Staying at Sapphire Falls Resort – Our Second Favorite Universal Orlando Hotel

Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando is a great mid-tier option for staying on property. With an awesome pool, boat service into Universal CityWalk and more, it's our #2 pick for Universal. Do you know what our #1 pick is?

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Arizona Southwestern US

Antelope Canyon: Arizona’s Beautiful Corkscrew Surprise in NW AZ

Visiting Antelope Canyon in Northern Arizona is a must do when you're on a road trip. It's not as easy as just hiking to it or driving up, as it's on protected Navajo Nation land. We've got all the info to plan a visit and tips for making it worth your time.

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National Parks Southwestern US Utah

Visiting the Fascinating Hovenweep National Monument Ruins in Southeast Utah

Hovenweep National Monument is an easily overlooked spot that's worth the visit in Southeast Utah. Located south of Arches National Park on the way to Monument Valley, this is a great place to see Puebloan ruins and learn about the ancient indigenous peoples of Utah and Arizona.

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East Coast New York

The Lion King on Broadway: Disney Magic and a Unique Sort of Show for Everyone

Seeing the Lion King on Broadway has become a New York City tradition for many people. We've got the details on what to expect and why this show is so unique, including why it's worth seeing as an adult.

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East Coast New York

Wicked on Broadway: an Epic Show Experience for Every Age – Amazing

Wicked on Broadway is pretty incredible, even if you've already seen it as a film. We've got the run down on what to expect and tips for having a great Wicked experience, including being ready to talk to your kids about fascism. Check it out!

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Hawaii Travel Tips and Plans

Best Kona Tours for Awesome Big Island Adventures

Getting to spend so much time on the Big Island, we've picked the best Kona tours to help YOU decide what to add to your Hawaii trip. From snorkeling and ocean safaris to our favorite luaus on the Kona Coast, we've got great suggestions to help you plan your visit.

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East Coast New York

Little Shop of Horrors on Broadway: Hilarious, Intimate and Awesome with Kids

This might be surprising, but Little Shop of Horrors on Broadway is really great to see with kids, and not just because of the talking monster plant. See what makes this is great show for all ages and our tips for having the best experience at Little Shop of Horrors and the West Side Theater in New York City.

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East Coast New York

Harry Potter on Broadway: the Full Scoop on Seeing Cursed Child in NYC with Kids

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway is a dream to see for lots of kids (and adults). We've been twice and have the scoop on what to expect and how to ensure that you and your family have the best experience seeing Harry Potter on Broadway.

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East Coast New York

SIX on Broadway in NYC: Energy, Fun and Great with Older Kids

SIX on Broadway is such a cool NYC experience, including with kids. We've got the details of what to expect for this unusual Broadway show and how to make seeing this particular show the best experience, whether you're a history loving adult or a kid at a show for the first time.

Montana Rocky Mountain Region Wyoming

Montana and Yellowstone Road Trip: 7 Amazing Days of Adventures

Doing a Montana and Yellowstone road trip is one of the best USA vacations you can plan. Perfect with kids or adults, this is the itinerary to enjoy the Western side of Montana and the incredible natural wonders of Yellowstone National Park, all in one week.

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Blogging & Tech

Storytelling Marketing in Tourism: Leveraging Others to Effectively Tell Your Story

Storytelling marketing is what we do. Yes, we write about the fun experiences we have as a family, but we also do large marketing projects with tourism partners. In this article we talk about the different methods or storytelling marketing and how to make it happen for small or large scale tourism businesses.

Florida Road Trip from North to South: 2Weeks, Jax to Miami Plan

How to Spend a Fun Weekend in Honolulu: adding Oahu to a Hawaii Trip

Weekend in Chicago: City Guide for a Fun Trip to the Windy City

Seattle Weekend Trip: a Guide to a Great Getaway to the Emerald City

Summer Maine Road Trip: An Easy Itinerary for a Unique Week in Maine

Visiting the New York Public Library: Iconic from Movies, Full of History

Why Pride Matters: 10 Ways To Show You Love The LGBTQ Community

Weekend Trip to Houston: Fool-proof Plan for a Fun Texas Adventure

Favorite Things to Do in Orlando That AREN’T Theme Parks (and dining too!)

New York’s Museum of Modern Art: Why MOMA is the Best NYC Museum with Kids

Broadway Shows with Kids – Tips for Having a Great Experience in NYC

Adults-only Florida Keys Trip: a Totally Different Spin on the Keys Vacation

Seeing CHICAGO on Broadway: Is it okay to see with kids? The Full Scoop

Visiting the Statue of Liberty: Tips for the Best Experience with Kids (or without)

Seeing the Great Gatsby on Broadway: an Awesome NEW Show that’s BEAUTIFUL

Visiting the Iconic Empire State Building – Much More than the Observation Deck

Fairbanks in Winter: One Week Itinerary for a Beautiful Alaska Experience

Guided Hiking in Hawaii: Beautiful Sights and Special Access to the Big Island

Universal’s Terra Luna Resort – the New Budget-friendly Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort

Staying at Sapphire Falls Resort – Our Second Favorite Universal Orlando Hotel

Antelope Canyon: Arizona’s Beautiful Corkscrew Surprise in NW AZ

Visiting the Fascinating Hovenweep National Monument Ruins in Southeast Utah

The Lion King on Broadway: Disney Magic and a Unique Sort of Show for Everyone

Wicked on Broadway: an Epic Show Experience for Every Age – Amazing

Best Kona Tours for Awesome Big Island Adventures

Little Shop of Horrors on Broadway: Hilarious, Intimate and Awesome with Kids

Harry Potter on Broadway: the Full Scoop on Seeing Cursed Child in NYC with Kids

SIX on Broadway in NYC: Energy, Fun and Great with Older Kids

Montana and Yellowstone Road Trip: 7 Amazing Days of Adventures

Storytelling Marketing in Tourism: Leveraging Others to Effectively Tell Your Story

Visiting the Statue of Liberty: Tips for the Best Experience with Kids (or without)

Visiting the Fascinating Hovenweep National Monument Ruins in Southeast Utah

4 Day Yellowstone National Park Itinerary – All the Best Sights and Wildlife

Guide to Beautiful Yellowstone National Park: Our Long-time Favorite Park