June 19, 2013

South Dakota: 10 Can’t-Miss Things to Do with Kids

Mount Rushmore

Last month, my daughter, Clare, and I had the opportunity to travel to South Dakota to learn all about what this great state has to offer and it was quite an experience. We flew in to Rapid City, and I was truly impressed to learn just how many family-friendly activities are in and around this area. I was familiar with [...]

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Free Ebook: 100 Activities to Do as a Family this Summer

100 activities

I’m excited to let you know that I’ve finished my first ebook, and it’s available for free to everyone who subscribes to Kidventurous. It’s called 100 Activities to Do as a Family this Summer and it’s filled with tips, advice, even mobile apps, guides and books to help you have a fun and family-centered summer. Take a look at a [...]

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Survey: Kids Name Top-10 Summer Travel Picks

Myrtle Beach SkyWheel

School’s already out for some children (another week left for my clan) and Highlights for Children recently polled America’s kids to find out where they most want to go this summer. The results are definitely interesting, especial picks #6 and #10. Take a look: #1 Niagara Falls (NY): While the falls themselves are certainly a huge draw, there are so [...]

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Florida Keys: Visiting the Turtle Hospital

Clare and Kate at Turtle Hospital

My older girls (ages 7 & 9) and I are exploring the Florida Keys this week and yesterday we visited the Turtle Hospital in Marathon. I love checking out educational activities when we travel and the Turtle Hospital was definitely worth a stop for us. If you visit the Turtle Hospital, be sure to get there at least 15 minutes [...]

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5 Great Caribbean Hikes with Kids

puerto rico waterfall

Spring Break is just around the corner, and I’m sure that many of you have family trips to the Caribbean in the works. You’ll no doubt do the usual snorkeling, glass-bottom boating and beachcombing, but if you can, take time for a hike. Many of the islands in the Caribbean have wonderful jungles and rainforests that are perfect for family [...]

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Explore a New City: Family Scavenger Hunts

scavenger hunt

What better way to explore a new city than by doing a scavenger hunt, particularly with kids. These days, visitors bureaus, private companies and even mobile app developers are getting in on the action to make city tours a whole lot of fun for the family. Take a look at a few great options: Chattanooga (TN): Enjoy a free Spring [...]

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