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Bobz World: Indescribable South Texas Roadside Attraction

If you’re heading on a Texas road trip down to South Padre Island, we have got a treat for you on the way.  I’m not…

Visiting the Statue of Liberty

Visiting the Statue of Liberty and the Ellis Island Immigration Museum is as educational as it is inspiring. As an added bonus, the ferry trip…

Cape Coral Attractions For Teens

Attractions in Cape Coral – Especially For Teens Planning a temporary escape to Cape Coral’s sunshine? Dream of moving to paradise? If you are looking…

Infants on Vacation: Childcare Options to Keep Your Sanity

Vacations with Childcare Do you ever take a trip with your children only to return home feeling like you need another getaway? Traveling with children…

Canyon de Chelly National Monument

Discovering History and Beauty: Exploring Canyon de Chelly Rugged beauty and ancient history, The Canyon de Chelly National Monument often reminds visitors of the Grand…

Urban Hiking in Phoenix

Best Urban Phoenix Hikes Two favorite Phoenix hikes that people absolutely rave about are the Piestewa Peak Summit Trail and the North Mountain Park. The…

Painted Desert & Petrified Forest

2 Arizona National Parks Combined Visit one, you should visit the other. The Petrified Forest and Painted Desert merge together. The Petrified Forest National Park…

Birding Center On South Padre Island: A Rare Discovery

As we drove down to South Padre Island, I saw brown signs along the road, marking The Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail. Birding is one…

Things to Do in Ocala National Forest, Florida

The Ocala National National Forest in Florida is an amazing place to explore. With more than 383,000 acres consisting of wilderness and water resources, including…

Best Colorado Springs Bike Trails Rock

 Colorado Springs Bike Trails We Love There are great Colorado Springs bike trails in the Colorado Springs park system. Because Colorado Springs is such an…

Carlsbad Caverns National Park

I don’t do caves. In my cheerful mind, they’re all unstable mining tunnels that could collapse on me at any moment, leaving me to suffocate…

Rocky Mountain National Park: Trail Ridge Road

The Trail Ridge Road offers breathtaking views of the splendid scenery of the Rocky Mountain National Park. It has derived its name from its close…

Tips for Staying Healthy on a Cruise

How do you avoid getting sick on a cruise? Amidst the fanfare of your ship setting sail for exotic destinations are considerations to make sure…

National Parks near Las Vegas

Vegas Road Trips to National Parks One of the draws of Las Vegas is its ideal location in the Southwest. With access to a rental…

Things to Do in Milwaukee

Top Milwaukee Attractions Sometimes derisively called “Chicago north,” Milwaukee is just two hours from Chicago by car, bus or train, and makes for a great…

Checking in for your Flight Online from Home

Basic of Air Travel: Checking in From Home A good rule of thumb to remember is that it’s much easier to do something from the…

Insider’s Guide to Charleston, SC

Explore Charleston Like a Local Charleston is a city that prizes and celebrates its opportunities for leisure. Even the local dialect, considered by many to…

Kids Visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seahorses for Free!

Do you support the Bay Area’s Public TV stations – KQED in San Francisco or KTEH in San Jose? Then whip out that membership card…

Fort Mill South Carolina

Explore Fort Mill SC As you stroll through historic Fort Mill downtown, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time. Many of the buildings on…

Tour Boston by Water Inexpensively

Boston Water Tours Planning a family-friendly vacation in Boston doesn’t have to cost a lot of money, especially if a substantial portion of your itinerary…

12 Best Scenic Drives in Idaho

Idaho Scenic Byways If a trip to Idaho is in the works, be sure to plan for some time spent exploring the beautiful sights found…

Bear Creek Park Colorado Springs

Discover Bear Creek Park Colorado Springs From Hiking to Horseshoes! I just discovered something about Bear Creek Park Colorado Springs. I’ve been living here for…

Things to do in Yorkshire, England – Castle Howard

I couldn’t wait to get to Yorkshire and explore. My plan is to visit at least two places in the UK each month. There have…

Explore Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Dutch Country

Thing to do in Pennsylvania Dutch Country The good old Amish horse and buggy.is what most people think of if you mention “Pennsylvania Dutch”… But…

Texas Bucket List – Luckenbach

Everybody’s Somebody in Luckenbach Get back to the basics in this legendary Texas town. Luckenbach Texas is world-famous for its rich musical heritage, laid back…

Lighthouses of The Bahamas

Today they are romantic symbols of adventure, travel, and solitude. Lighthouses still stand watch throughout The Islands Of The Bahamas and The Bahamas Lighthouse Preservation…

Hiking Camelback Mountain

Camelback Mountain Hiking Trails Camelback Mountain is among the most recognizable natural landmarks in the Phoenix and Scottsdale area. The mountain, which is actually two…

A Fun Family Vacation in the Desert Southwest in Arizona

Phoenix AZ is known for its beautiful weather and open spaces to roam about. The cooler winter months will make you want to become a…

Things to do in Scottsdale

Scottsdale Things to Do Located just east of Phoenix, Arizona, Scottsdale has earned itself a reputation as not only a great resort town but also…

San Diego Family Fun Activities

San Diego is one of the most family-friendly and fun destinations in the United States. It is one place that combines fun beach culture, great…

Taliesin West – Winter Home of Frank Lloyd Wright

Frank Lloyd Wright Home  – Scottsdale Imagine the opportunity to experience the environment which gave birth to some of the world’s greatest architectural wonders, walking…

7 Family Vacation Destinations that are Educational & FUN

Educational & Cultural Family Travel Looking for a way to combine family travel with a little educational and cultural experience as well? There are a…

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, Washington DC

Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens DC Located on 14 acres along the east bank of the Anacostia River, you will find the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. …

Pinball Hall of Fame in Las Vegas

Established as a not-for-profit corporation, the museum showcases games from the ’60s to the present.  It’s pure pinball, so deposit your coin and see if…

Families Love New York City

If you’ve never been to New York City, then you don’t know what you’re missing. There are some cities around the world which offer historic…

King’s Landing & Rock Springs Run

Recently, my wife and I headed out to paddle Rock Springs Run on the edge of Rock Springs Run State Reserve and Wekiwa Springs State…

United States Botanic Garden in Washington, DC

I want my yard and house to be full of plants in bloom like at the U.S. Botanic Garden in Washington DC. The name Botanic…

Washington DC: The Phillips Collection

Located in Washington DC’s historic Dupont Circle area, tucked in among residential buildings, is the Phillips Collection. The Phillips Collection, America’s first museum of modern art,…

Washington DC: National Archives

The National Archives had long been on my list of places to go, and finally, a few weeks ago, I made it there. The Archives…

Explore San Antonio Missions

San Antonio Spanish Missions Guide When visiting San Antonio, experience some of the area’s history at San Antonio Mission Trail. In 1718 Franciscans and Spaniards…

Don’t Pay for Unnecessary Rental Car Insurance While Traveling

Occasionally using public transportation isn’t an option, and that means a rental car.  You shop around for the best rate for your location, arrive at…

Historic Market Square in San Antonio

Market Square San Antonio Historic Market Square in San Antonio is rich in Mexican culture. The three-square block area is home to a variety of…