My family visited Bannack ghost town on the last day of a Montana road trip last summer. We’ve visited several ghost towns in the west, and Bannack is by far the best. Here’s why. In my experience, most ghost towns are in ruins, with few standing structures. Others are tourist traps. Bannack is everything I […]
What to Expect at Westminster Abbey
Hello! Planning a trip to London? Westminster Abbey is at the top of many first-time visitors’ lists, and we made sure to see it on our family trip to London last year. It’s just as beautiful as I imagined it would be. It was an amazing feeling to walk through a place that has featured […]
Best Easy Hikes in Needles, Canyonlands National Park
Hello! Planning a trip to Canyonlands National Park in Utah? Canyonlands is divided into three districts: Needles, Island in the Sky and The Maze. Each has its own scenery and fun things to see and do. Some activities are easily accessible. Others require a special vehicle and/or miles of hiking in a remote desert. We […]
One Day in Santa Cruz, California
Hello! Planning a trip to Santa Cruz, California? We spent a few days in Santa Cruz and Monterey this summer, and had one full day for Santa Cruz. After a little research, we knew exactly where we wanted to spend that day – the Santa Cruz Wharf and Beach Boardwalk. They are right next to […]
How to Get “Kids Free San Diego” Deals in October
Hello! Thinking of a trip to San Diego? Want to save money? San Diego is one of my favorite vacation destinations. It has so many no-fail family attractions, and the weather is gorgeous year-round. A few years ago, San Diego’s visitors bureau launched an exciting program for families. Kids get FREE admission, meals and hotel […]
One Day in Glacier National Park
Planning a trip to Glacier National Park? Glacier is a huge park, and it’s impossible to see it all in one day. My family spent three full days here in July, and still missed some sections we wanted to see. You can still do a lot in one day at Glacier National Park. I recommend that […]
