Tips for making the most of your day at LEGOLAND California in Carlsbad. Includes best ages, best attractions, and why you should pack a minifigure.
Northern California is full of swimming holes that are somewhat unknown to most people. Timothy Joyce wrote a book titled "Swimming Holes of California" that details the state's hidden gems. Take a look at some of the spots you can check out this summer.
Donner Pass (about 9 miles west of Truckee) is most famous for its role in destroying the unfortunate Donner Party more than 150 years ago. If the thought of getting trapped in a snowstorm (and having to eat your family) terrifies you, may we suggest tackling Donner Pass during the summer— the high ...
Ready to unplug? We've got first-hand tips for an outdoor family vacation in Heber, Valley, Utah. Hiking, biking, golf, diving, water sports and more.
Useful Info: Length: 23 miles round trip Elevation Gain: Day 1: ~2600 ft, Day 2:- ~2000 ft, Day 3: ~560 ft Difficulty: 8/10 Terrain notes: dirt trail, large boulders on off trail portion, navigation needed for off trial section Cost - $5 per person + $6 online reservation fee for permits, $14 roundtrip per person
Europe, it's ON. Wondering where to travel in Europe? Don't miss this Europe travel bucket list. 100 cool places to visit and things to do in Europe. How many have you already ticked off?
These hidden swimming holes in SoCal are perfect for a refreshing dip in the water on a hot summer day.
'Frozen' Erupting Snow - a lovely sensory activity that your little Frozen fans will love!
A local's guide to THE BEST spots to photograph in San Diego County to get the most instagrammable shots during your stay!
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Make the most of your day at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Find out about what to expect, best shows, safari tours, ways to save money and more.
A 3 day Yosemite itinerary for first-time visitors to Yosemite National Park. How to spend 3 days in Yosemite and things to do in the park.
Traveling to Europe with kids soon? Here are 40 amazing travel tips to help you have the best possible family vacation in Europe.
Driving from San Francisco to Big Sur? Here are 11 stops you'll love seeing on a San Francisco to Big Sur road trip as well as helpful travel tips.
Getting ready for a trip? Use this printable pre-trip checklist to make sure you don't forget to do something important.
Planning a trip to California? Make room for one day in San Diego and discover why this place is also known as the finest city in the US.
Cocktails just taste better at the beach.
Get my top tips for LEGOLAND California, including a LEGOLAND itinerary, and find out how to score free and cheap LEGOLAND tickets!
Want to see seals and sea lions in the wild on your San Diego vacation? We'll tell you where to find them, plus get a review of San Diego SEAL Tour.
If you are at Disneyland but want to cool off in the Socal sun, visit one of these iconic beaches near Anaheim
Savor the scenery (and some stellar cooking) at these bucolic restaurants and inns.
30 suggestions from a local for the best things to do in Northern California, including insider tips to the wine country, best restaurants, and outdoor activities.
A quick guide to Yosemite National Park for people visiting for the first time. This is everything you need to know to prepare for your trip to Yosemite!
Where to eat in Los Angeles? It's hard to say, because the city is a paradise for foodies: you can find any kind of food, day or night; here are some tips.
Ditch the guidebook for our much cooler trip to L.A. We'll tell you what to really do—and what not to do—in the City of Angels. (Spoiler alert: Don't go to Santa Monica, the Hollywood Wax Museum, or eat at Pink's Hot Dogs.)
The Simple Proof takes us along with her on the trail from Muir Woods to Stinson Beach. This 5 miles path takes hikers through the fog and into the open meadow above the Pacific Ocean.
Discover 5 fun and free things to do in San Diego with kids. Beaches, museums, parks, wildlife sighting and activities for the family.
Planning a family visit to Santa Cruz? Check out our recommendations of top family attractions and things to do in Santa Cruz with kids!
Road trips with kids can be tough, but these stops make them better!
Planning on visiting a National Park soon and not sure what to pack? Our family has recently explored several of America’s National Parks while on our 22 week RV road trip across the USA and into Western Canada. Once we had gone to several we realized that we had come up with a mental packing …
What are the best places to see in California? From an outdoorsy girl who was born and raised in the golden state, this is the ultimate bucket list.
Today’s post is part of “Where to Go in Yosemite With Kids,” a series about our favorite places to explore with kids in Yosemite National Park. The Swinging Bridge Loop in Wawona was one of my dad’s favorite hikes in Yosemite. In fact, the last time I hiked it was with him, the hubby and […]
