Making Family Travel an Adventure
I’ve lived in Portland, Oregon for quite some time and I can tell you that this city has endless activities for families. Not only is Portland a very bike-friendly town, but some areas, like Washington Park, just seem to have it all, like running and hiking trails, picnic spots and a fabulous playground. From a single parking lot, you can [...]
I’m a fan of water parks. I like being able to unplug with my kids (read: put the iPhone down for an extended period of time). I like that I can bring a lunch that we can enjoy at picnic tables. I like that I don’t need to drive far to get to a water park. And now, I like [...]
It’s hard to believe it’s already been 100 years. Yes, it’s been 100 years since the Titanic sank, the Girl Scouts were formed, and the cherry blossoms were bestowed upon Washington, DC. It’s even been 100 years since the invention of sliced bread. Who knew? So why not use these milestones as fun learning opportunities. Take a look at six [...]
Do your kids like to go to the zoo? Mine sure do. The elephants, the monkeys, the hippos, they love all the animals! Well, if your kids are big into the zoo too, then check to see if your local zoo has ZooLights. It’s a fun way to enjoy the zoo in a whole new way during the winter holiday [...]
Whether you’re taking the kids on a trip to a new city or enjoying a staycation at home, I can’t recommend museum apps more highly. You’ll find great apps to help you find museums in your city (ideal for rainy days), as well as apps to guide you through specific museums, like the American Museum of Natural History in New [...]
Yes, it’s Shark Week on the Discovery Channel. Through Sunday (August 7), various aquariums across the country are celebrating with special shark-themed sessions, activities and shows. Take a look at five of the aquariums nationwide giving families the opportunity to learn more about sharks during Shark Week. Adventure Aquarium (Camden, NJ): Take a tour of the Shark Realm, a 40-foot [...]
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