Rob Taylor, Author at 2TravelDads

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

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…

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…

Parenting

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…

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…

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…

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.…

Europe

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…

Parenting

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…

Salish Lodge Above Snoqualmie Falls Washington 2traveldads.com

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…

National Parks

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.

Europe Italy

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……

Bare feet in Robes at Hyatt Olive 8 Seattle

Pacific Northwest

8 Reasons to Lose Your Shoes at the Hyatt Olive 8

Confession: we went somewhere without the kids. Yep. And we didn’t feel bad about it. Well, maybe a little bad. But, we showed up at the Hyatt Olive 8 and…

Florida Travel Southeastern US

5 Reasons We’re in Love with Jacksonville Beach

Our family is all about the beach and you know we #LoveFL. At home, we live across the street from the beach. We go on weekend trips to the beach.…

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Georgia Southeastern US

Amazing Georgia Cuisine at Echo Restaurant at the King and Prince Resort

The best Georgia Coastal cuisine we've ever had is at Echo St Simons, on property at the King and Prince Resort. From fresh and local dished to modern takes on traditional low country cooking, see why Echo is one of the best restaurants on the Georgia coast.

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Florida Travel Southeastern US

Complete Review of the Saint Augustine Alligator Farm (and tips for visiting!)

Beyond pirates and forts in Saint Augustine, we are always excited to experience alligators in Florida. Alligators are our families favorite animal…next to sharks and manatees. When we found out…

Florida Travel Southeastern US

The Casa Marina Hotel: vintage, golden age Florida at its best

The Casa Marina Hotel in Jacksonville Beach, Florida reopening as the “grand lady” the Casa Marina was when she first welcomed guests to Jacksonville Beach 70 years prior. In 2005, the National Trust for Historic Preservation added the Casa Marina as one of the Historic Hotels of America, giving it a new lease on life and an avenue to attract guests.