Taylor Family at Endless Summer Dockside Inn Universal Orlando Resort

Universal’s Endless Summer Resort: Staying at the Surfside and Dockside Inns

Universal's Endless Summer Resort is a great budget friendly option for staying at the Universal Orlando Resort. The Surfside and Dockside Inns have family suites and great swimming pools, perfect for downtime between busy theme park days. See what else you'll find at Endless Summer to make your Universal trip fun and easy.
Fall Colors at Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse from Matinicus Ferry Midcoast Maine

Autumn in Maine: Fall Colors and Acadia NP

Maine in autumn is exactly what you hope for with leaf peeping in New England. There are so many things to do in the fall colors from Acadia National Park to the lighthouses of MidCoast Maine and Baxter State Park in the Highlands. See our top picks for how to enjoy autumn all around Maine.
Taylor Family at Ocean Beach San Diego

Guide to Visiting California: a First Timer’s Chance to Do it Right

California is a huge place to explore with 9 National Parks, several great theme parks (including Disneyland) and beautiful beaches and mountains. Our travel guide lays out how to explore California with several road trip plans and ideas for visiting the exciting cities around Cali.
Chris and Rob Taylor at Alaska Raptor Center in Sitka Alaska

Sitka Fun Things to Do with a Great 3 Day Itinerary

Visiting Sitka, Alaska means all kinds of interesting things to do, from the totem pole trail at Sitka National Historical Park to the chance to do cold-water snorkeling. We have great recommendations and an itinerary for spending 1 to 3 days in Sitka, whether you're traveling independently or as part of a Southeast Alaska cruise.
Full Taylor Family at Kennicott River for Whitewater Rafting with McCarthy River Tours McCarthy Alaska

Things to Do in McCarthy, Kennicott and Wrangell-St. Elias National Park in Alaska

They may not be famous, but McCarthy, Kennicott and Wrangell-St Elias National Park are FULL of great things to do and adventures for every age. While everyone knows the image of the iconic Kennecott Mill, did you know that there are glaciers to explore here too? And you can go rafting right from the end of a glacier too! See what activities you can plan for and where to stay when you visit Wrangell-St Elias NP and the Copper Valley.
Full Taylor Family with Welcome to Valdez Sign on Richardson Highway Valdez Alaska

Things to Do in Valdez, Alaska: a Fun Plan for a Beautiful Destination

Valdez, Alaska is loaded with things to do on the water and outdoors. This beautiful small town on Prince William Sound is full of activities for every energy and skill level, including glacier kayaking, whale watching, hiking and museums. See what we recommend and when is the best time to visit Valdez.
Full Taylor Family at Entrance Sign to Wrangell St Elias National Park Copper Center Alaska

Unique Alaska Road Trip: Summer in AK Unlike You Knew was Possible

Doing a road trip in Alaska can be very easy and run of the mill, but this is a unique plan that takes you off the beaten path to some towns that a lot of visitors overlook or just haven't even heard of. This is a different Alaska summer road trip than most people have done, and it's an adventure you'll love to tell people about when you get home. Road trip highlights include McCarthy, Valdez, Copper Center and lots of opportunities for glaciers and whitewater rafting.
Taylor Family with Pink Dinosaur in Vernal Utah 2

Things to do in Vernal, Utah: Dinoland is awesome!

Vernal, Utah is also known as "Dinoland" thanks to the massive dinosaur fossil deposits and Dinosaur National Monument. There are tons of things to do in Vernal, from hiking to dinosaur museums, rafting to wildlife watching. See what we recommend for a fun trip to Vernal with kids (or youthful adults!).
Taylor Family at Campsite while Rafting the Green River with OARS in Dinosaur National Monument Gates of Lodore Utah 5

Multi-day Rafting Trip with Kids: OARS Makes it Easy and Unforgettable

Doing a multi-day rafting trip with kids may seem like more than you can handle, but it's actually an incredible experience and can be very easy. See what the process and adventure is like rafting with OARS (we did a Utah trip) and how YOU can plan for this epic family expedition.
Taylor Family in Swimming Pool at Hyatt Centric Key West Florida Keys 2

Florida Keys with Teens – Fun Things to Do that Everyone will Enjoy

Visiting the Florida Keys with teens is a great family vacation. We've got an itinerary and suggestions for tons of things to do that teenagers and the rest of the family will enjoy, from the best snorkeling tours with teens to some surprising activities and Instagrammable Keys spots.
Mist Cove in Endicott Arm while sailing the Inside Passage the Boat Company Southeast Alaska 4

The Boat Company Alaska Expedition Cruise: an Unforgettable Adventure

Sailing with the Boat Company is an expedition through the Tongass National Forest and Inside Passage. This luxury experience is part adventure and part activism, as the Boat Company is the only non-profit cruise operator in the world. See what you can expect on board and what sort of daily activities you'll experience on the Mist Cove (or other ship), including all the fishing you can handle (which is included).
Taylor Family kayaking at Orca Cove with Ketchikan Kayak Co Ketchikan Alaska 7

Detailed Alaska Inside Passage Itinerary WITHOUT a Cruise Ship

Do you want to experience Southeast Alaska independently, not on a cruise ship? We've got a great 10 day itinerary for seeing Ketchikan, Juneau and Haines vis the Alaska Marine Highway and other methods of transportation. Things to do and budget are included.
Taylor Family on Canopy Walk at Myakka River State Park Sarasota Florida 1

33 Best Florida State Parks (we picked from more than 170!)

With more than 170 Florida State Parks how do you choose which to visit? We've picked 33 of our favorite state parks in Florida that give you the chance to experience beautiful beaches, natural springs, amazing wildlife and lots of history. See which FL state parks are worth visiting and what activities you'll find there (including camping recommendations).
Taylor Family Biking Roosevelt Blvd at Smathers Beach Key West Florida Keys 1

How To Plan A Road Trip With Kids

How to plan a road trip with kids is a mystery until you've done it a few times. From how much time to spend in the car to how to entertain kids on a road trip, we've got advice from years of traveling as a family, from the baby years to teens.
Full Taylor Family at Prometheus Fountain at Rockefeller Center New York City 1

30+ Good Places for Family Vacation in the USA, Canada and Mexico

There are lots of good places for family vacations but it can be difficult to choose from so many options. We've put together 30+ ideas for family trips around North America for every season and budget, from camping trips to beach vacations. See what our favorites are and which destination YOU would pick!
Taylor Family Cross Country Skiing at Pineland Farms New Gloucester Maine 18

Winter in Maine: the Beautiful Trip You Didn’t Know You Needed

Maine in winter is more fun than you might realize. From the beautiful ski slopes to visiting lighthouses while ice drifts by, there are tons of great things to do in Maine in the winter months. See our recommendations for where to visit and activities, including information on how cold it gets and road conditions.
Full Taylor Family with Giant Conch in 10 Thousand Islands Everglades National Park Florida 2

25+ Cool Places To Visit In Florida

There are more cool places to visit in Florida than you can plan for in a year, but you can see a lot in just one visit. From beaches to historic neighborhoods and beautiful cultural communities, see what towns and destinations we most recommend for planning a trip to Florida.
Rob Taylor Cross Country skiing at NEOC New England Outdoor Center Millinocket Maine 2

The Ultimate Winter Sports Trip to Maine – Skiing, Snowshoeing and More

A winter sports trip to Maine is a great way to have a blast in the snowy months, with beautiful views and lots of skiing opportunities. Whether you're looking for alpine skiing, cross country trails, snowshoeing or even snowmobiling, this is the plan for you. And you get to finish off with a spa stay to help your body recover. Our week of fun in the snow is a great way to enjoy the Maine outdoors in winter.
Full Taylor Family at Key West Mural at Blue Flamingo Resort Key West Florida Keys 1

Awesome Things to Do in the Florida Keys with Kids

There are tons of awesome things to do with kids in the Florida Keys, and we've picked 25 great activities that you can enjoy on your trip too. From Key Largo to Key West, we've got free and cheap things to do as well as the coolest family friendly tours in the Florida Keys.
Taylor Family eating Pretzels at the Metropolitan Museum of Art New York City 1

NYC in Winter: Having the Best City Break Possible in the Coldest Months

Visiting NYC in winter is a really smart way to get to experience the best of New York, and even good on the budget. From what to expect with the cold weather to indoor activities and ideas for planning a great trip, we've got lots of tips for an unforgettable winter visit to New York City.
Full Taylor Family dogsledding at Borealis Basecamp Fairbanks Alaska 2

Alaska Winter Vacation: How to Have an Incredible Trip (and things to do)

Have you wanted to visit Alaska in the winter but weren't sure if you should? You SHOULD! We've answered all the questions about visiting Alaska in winter from how to pack to where to go, temperature concerns to fun things to do in limited daylight. Check it out and start planning your own amazing Alaska winter trip today!
Full Taylor Family on Sandbar Tour with Marathon Mermaid Cruises Florida Keys 1

Unique and Memorable Florida Keys Vacation: How To Plan, What to Do

Whether it's your first or your tenth trip to the Florida Keys, you want it to be a unique vacation experience. We've been many times and try to choose memorable things to do with each visit, so we've put together our tips for how we plan a different sort of trip that allows us more time together enjoying not-the-usual Florida Keys trip.
Taylor Family at Swimming Pool at Blue Flamingo Resort Key West Florida Keys 1

The Blue Flamingo Resort: Key West’s BEST Family Hotel

The Blue Flamingo Resort Key West is a great option for a budget visit to the Florida Keys, and it's the most family-friendly hotel in Key West. From the largest pool in KW to a free shuttle to downtown see why we like the Blue Flamingo Resort for a family vacation. (This is formerly the Gates Hotel & 24 North Hotel, but is much better now as a larger renovated resort).
Chris and Rob Taylor at Lower Mohawk Lake White River National Forest Breckenridge Colorado 1

Denver to Las Vegas Road Trip Loop: the Breathtaking American West

The road trip from Denver to Las Vegas and back is one of the most epic journeys in the American West. Check out this plan to visit up to 7 National Parks, iconic towns, Route 66 and more on our 10 day road trip including Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada and Utah.