Hey there. Planning a trip to New York City? For many visitors to New York City, the trip is not complete without seeing the city from the top of the Empire State Building. Did you know that you can do the same thing from the top of Rockefeller Center for less money and often with […]
7 Tips for Visiting Fred Hayes State Park at Starvation
When I told my children we were going to visit Starvation State Park (now Fred Hayes State Park at Starvation), they were not sure they liked the idea. They were completely confused when I told them we’d have a picnic at Starvation. Even I was not sure what to expect at this reservoir with a […]
Tips for Ghost Crab Hunting along the Atlantic Coast
Hey there! Ready for some excited screams and shouts from your kids on vacation? Spend an evening ghost crab hunting for an experience you will never forget. A trip to the Outer Banks of North Carolina would not be complete for my family without a late-night trip to the beach to hunt ghost crabs. What are […]
6 Tips for Visiting the Statue of Liberty with Kids
Is the Statue of Liberty at the top of your family’s list when you visit New York City? It took me 40 years to finally get to New York City for the first time and you better believe the Statue of Liberty was a must-see for my family. The Statue of Liberty is one of the great […]
Top Stops for Families in Arches National Park
Thinking about Arches National Park? It’s one of my favorite places. It’s just a few hours from home, so we have been there with our kids, grandparents, and friends many times. On one President’s Day weekend in Moab, Utah, we only had half a day to spend in Arches National Park, so we focused on our […]
Tips for U.S. Capitol Tours
Hello! Planning a trip to Washington D.C.? A tour of the U.S. Capitol Building is a must-see for visitors to Washington D.C. Here are some tips to help you make the most out of your visit. There are two ways to schedule tours of the U.S. Capitol Building. The first is through the office of […]
