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25+ of the Most Beautiful Lighthouses in the USA You Have To Visit

There are more than 100 lighthouses in the USA. These picks are beautiful, easy to visit and make for picturesque road trip adventures, from the Florida Keys to the Oregon Coast.

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Baja California Mexico

Awesome Baja Road Trip: Cabo San Lucas, Todos Santos and More of BCS

For an unusual, awesome and safe Mexican vacation, plan a Baja California Sur road trip. From Cabo San Lucas to La Paz, there are countless stops for culture, history and nature.

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California SoCal Southwestern US

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel: our new favorite San Diego getaway

The Best Western Plus Island Palms Resort Hotel in San Diego is ideal for families. Centrally located, great pools, and delicious restaurant, it's a perfect San Diego hotel.

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Caribbean Puerto Rico

Exploring San Juan, Puerto Rico: from strolling Old Town to kayaking the lagoon

After spending a few days diggin’ on the incredible nature of Puerto Rico’s east coast, we relocated to San Juan, the capital. Wow! What a city! From the historic forts…

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Disney Travel Florida Travel Podcasts

Should You Choose Disney World or Universal Orlando for a Family Vacation?

Not sure if you should choose Disney World or Universal Orlando? Thrill rides, family friendly options, dining, and overall costs broken down to help decide between Disney and Universal.

National Parks

What are National Parks and Why Do We Care: Planning and Visiting America’s National Parks

People love National Parks but what are they actually? From National Park to National Monument and everything in between, need to know tips for visiting and planning NPS trips.

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Caribbean Puerto Rico Southeastern US

5 Days in Puerto Rico: Awesome Itinerary for the Best, Beautiful Sights

Perfect 5 day Puerto Rico itinerary for visiting Old San Juan, El Yunque National Rainforest and incredible beaches. Where to stay and things to do in Puerto Rico for an easy, amazing Caribbean trip

Caribbean Mexico Quintana Roo

Isla Holbox: the last slice of mellow Caribbean island life

Isla Holbox is a gem when it comes to Caribbean destinations. This small Mexican island has no cars, beautiful street art and amazing food. From flamingos to sea stars, see what you'll find on Isla Holbox.

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California Southwestern US

Things to Do in Yosemite Country: 5 Easy Ways to Explore Outside the Park

Outside of the National Park there are tons of things to do in Yosemite Country. From hiking in the Sierra National Forest to off-roading and horseback riding, our top picks for adventures outside the National Park.

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California Southwestern US

Beautiful and Fun Things to Do in Mammoth Lakes, CA in the Summer

Summer in Mammoth Lakes, California is full of fun things to do. While people usually think of Mammoth as a ski destination, it's also full of summer hiking, kayaking, boating and more. See the best things to do in summertime!

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Midwest Wisconsin

Madison, Wisconsin in Summer: Unique Eats, Best Things To Do

The best things to do in Madison, Wisconsin in summer, including downtown, museums and nature. Recommendations for where to eat, best beers and fun things to do with kids in Madison.

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Florida Travel National Parks Southeastern US

Florida Gulf Coast Road Trip Itinerary: beaches, manatees and pristine waters

This Florida Gulf Coast road trip plan is perfect for enjoying beautiful beaches, freshwater springs and Florida's National Parks. From Miami to Crystal River, this 6 day itinerary is all you need.

Baja California Mexico

How to avoid/navigate a Timeshare Presentation in Mexico

Many Mexican vacation destinations still have a lot of timeshare pitches and can easily have a negative impact on your trip. Here's how to avoid timeshare presentations, or if you do choose to participate, how to navigate through them swiftly.

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Pacific Northwest Washington State

Best hotel for fitness: IHG’s EVEN Hotels for frequent travelers

Staying fit while traveling has always been important to us. We make sure that wherever we go we stay active and when available, we take advantage of hotel fitness centers…

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Pacific Northwest Washington State

Hiking Cape Flattery: Land’s End on the Olympic Peninsula

Cape Flattery on the Olympic Peninsula is a bucket list place to visit in Washington State. Hiking, wildlife, epic views and even a lighthouse make this a great weekend trip from Seattle.

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Caribbean Mexico Quintana Roo

Best Mayan Ruins Near Cancun: Surprising El-Rey, Beautiful Tulum and More

Add the best Mayan ruins near Cancun to a Yucatan vacation itinerary. From Cancun to Tulum, Mayan ruins are everywhere and are some of the most interesting things to do.

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Caribbean

Staying at Club Med Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, an All Inclusive Review

Club Med Punta Cana is a great all-inclusive experience that's ideal for families. With fun amenities, exceptional dining and the best off-beach snorkeling we've had, see what the full experience is like.

Caribbean Mexico Quintana Roo

Swimming with sea turtles in Akumal, Mexico

Swimming with Sea Turtles in Akumal, Mexico is really neat, but also can have a negative impact on the animal. Tips for how to see sea turtles, how to respectfully observe and what to expect in Akumal, Mexico.

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California Central Coast Southwestern US

California Central Coast Road Trip Itinerary: castles, wine and more

What could be more perfect any time of year than a California Central Coast road trip? Nothing. Leaving the SoCal area out of Los Angeles and heading north up the…

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California Disney Travel Disneyland

Family Disneyland Vacation & the Unforgettable Cars 3 Premiere

We’ve just returned from our first family trip to Disneyland with all four of us and it was incredible. We were so fortunate to get to experience not just Disneyland…

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National Parks Oregon Pacific Northwest

Lewis and Clark National Park: off the beaten path Pacific Northwest

Having grown up in the Pacific Northwest, I’ve always been familiar with the history of the area and some key figures in its settlement, including Lewis and Clark, the famous…

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California Parenting SoCal

San Diego Pride: experiencing the best Pride festival with kids

We get a lot of questions about attending Pride events with kids. This year we flew to California and did the San Diego Pride celebration and had a great time.…

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Florida Travel Southeastern US

Staying at the Sundial Beach Resort, Sanibel Island – REOPENED SINCE HURRICANE IAN

The Sundial Beach Resort on Sanibel Island is great for families looking for a spacious beachfront hotel on the Florida Gulf Coast. Review of the hotel, amenities and ideas for things to do on Sanibel Island.

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Canada Travel Nova Scotia

30+ Things to do in Nova Scotia: visiting Halifax and beyond

Nova Scotia is a bucket list destination for many. After spending five days exploring and experiencing Halifax, the South Shore/Lighthouse Route and Bay of Fundy, we've nailed down 30+ things…

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Oregon Pacific Northwest Washington State

Hells Canyon National Recreation Area – Awesome Things to Do Year Round

Visiting Hells Canyon, the deepest river gorge in the United States is an adventure. From jet boats to hiking, camping to staying in wine country, complete guide to exploring Hells Canyon ID / WA / OR.

Caribbean Mexico Quintana Roo

Yucatan road trip: colorful towns and nature of the Yucatan peninsula

We will never not appreciate how colorful Mexico is. From our trips around Baja California Sur to road trippin’ on the Yucatan, there are always new places to enjoy. The…

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Blogging & Tech

So you want to start blogging: how I started a blog and found a job I love (it’s not easy!)

We lead the most fun lives: always travel and enjoying beaches with the kids or touring old forts or hiking in the desert. It's all fun all the time. Not…

Pacific Northwest Washington State

Port Ludlow, Olympic Peninsula: Beautiful Sunsets and Foodie Paradise

Port Ludlow on the Olympic Peninsula is a gorgeous weekend getaway from Seattle. An easy stop on a road trip around the Olympic Peninsula, amazing food and outdoor activities wait in Port Ludlow.

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California Central Coast Southwestern US

Cambria, California: perfect for food, fun, & family travel. And wine.

For as much time as we spend in California you’d think that we’d have hit up most of the awesome spots or at least had a good handle on places…

Oregon Pacific Northwest

Oregon Coast Camping: Getaway to the KOA Astoria Campground Resort

We have had our first Kampgrounds of America (KOA) camping experience and are thrilled to share it with you. Before this trip we didn’t really know what to expect at…