Planning a trip to Lagoon in Utah? My family lives 15 minutes away from this fun amusement park and we have visited many times. Lagoon Amusement Park has been a favorite Utah destination since 1886! Today, Lagoon is still one of the best regional amusement parks in the U.S. It is large and clean and has […]
I love summer, but sometimes the heat is too much! Snowbird Resort is an easy getaway when we want something fun to do in the cool mountain air. The resort is a short drive from Salt Lake City – making it an easy weekend getaway or day trip for our family. Snowbird Summer Resort was […]
Driving on the Bonneville Salt Flats has been on my wish list for a few years. We recently drove through this area on our Ely, Nevada trip and I insisted that we save time for the Salt Flats on our way home. The Bonneville Salt Flats are an exceptionally flat, hard and dry area in […]
Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point is a great destination for families – or a romantic date. My husband and I have celebrated two wedding anniversaries at Ashton Gardens, several years apart. It's the perfect place to walk hand in hand and talk about anything, surrounded by the beauty and variety of nature. Ashton Gardens would […]
When you need a quick nature fix, want gardening ideas for your home, or need a fun and free family activity, look no further than the USU Botanical Center in Kaysville, Utah. This article was written by my sister Andrea. She is an avid traveler and the favorite aunt to her nine nieces and nephews. […]
Looking for a unique outdoor destination? Antelope Island is the largest island in Utah's Great Salt Lake. It is close to the city, but almost completely undeveloped. It's an easy place to visit when we need a nature fix. Antelope Island State Park is an easy day trip from Salt Lake City or Ogden, Utah […]
Need a fun all-ages, all-weather activity in Davis County, Utah? Our family discovered The Rush Funplex in Syracuse last summer. It was a hit with both my teen and my 5-year-old. It’s Cathy from My Book a Day. I’m always looking for things that I can do with our kids near our home. I had […]
Hey there! Looking for a fun day trip in Salt Lake City? It’s Cathy from My Book a Day. If your family is anything like our family, you have places that you traditionally visit year after year. This is the Place Heritage Park is one of those for us. This year, my five year old […]
Hey there! Looking for a great family activity in Salt Lake City? The Natural History Museum of Utah has been one of Salt Lake City's best museums for a long time, but since it moved into the Rio Tinto Center a few years ago, I believe that it is now among the best natural history museums anywhere. Why […]
It's Cathy with My Book a Day. It's almost spring break in Utah. I'm always on the look out for something to entertain our 3 kids (18, 13, and 5) when they're out of school. SeaQuest in the Layton Hills Mall is always a great idea. There's something for everyone. SeaQuest is a lot of […]
Want to avoid the crowds on your next Utah ski trip? With 8,464 skiable acres, Powder Mountain is the biggest ski resort in the United States. It's bigger than Park City and a lot less crowded. Powder Mountain is located a little farther from the action – but still only about 30 minutes from Ogden, Utah. […]
Hello! It’s Cathy from My Book a Day. We have 3 kids (18, 12, and 4). There are things that are easy to do with our wide range of ages, and some things that are a bit more tricky. Something we all enjoy doing is going to the Family History Library in Salt Lake City. […]
Hello! If you live near Salt Lake City or are planning a visit, this is the ULTIMATE list of ways to fill your summer vacation – and most other months of the year too! I've collected every fun activity I can think of between Ogden and Provo to keep your family busy, happy and off their screens. […]
Planning a ski trip? Snowbasin Resort is a great choice for families. Snowbasin is the Utah resort that is closest to my home, and it is one of my favorites. It is located just a few minutes' drive from Ogden, and it is absolutely beautiful. Did you know that it was an Olympic venue in […]
A friend from California asked me a few years ago if it is a good idea to swim in the Great Salt Lake. Having lived just a few miles from the Great Salt Lake for most of my life, my initial response was, “You can, but why would you want to?” Many Salt Lake City […]
Hello! We were excited for the opportunity to return to the Museum of Natural Curiosity during Christmas break. My sister was in town with her four children and THIS was one of the activities they specifically requested. We arrived right at opening time with six kids, ages 7 to 15. The Museum of Natural Curiosity […]
Thank you to Visit Ogden for sponsoring this post. I was compensated for writing this post, but was not hosted by any of the restaurants on this list. Hello! Do you know Ogden, Utah? If not, you're missing something good. Ogden is practically my hometown. I've lived about 15 minutes from downtown Ogden most of my life and […]
Hello! Lodging can be one of the biggest expenses of a family vacation, and we like finding a good budget hotel where we can afford to stay longer and travel more often. When I learned that Extended Stay America offers complimentary full kitchens, breakfast, Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and more, I was eager to try it […]
Salt Lake City is my hometown and we spend many of our weekends and school breaks exploring all the free ways to enjoy Salt Lake City with kids. Whether you're vacationing in Utah, or you're a local family looking for ways to get out of the house, we have a list of ideas. Keep reading for descriptions […]
Hello! Planning a trip to Salt Lake City? Tracy Aviary is the oldest aviary in the United States and it's one of my family's favorite downtown activities. This “bird zoo” is located in Liberty Park – one of Salt Lake City's largest public parks. Tracy Aviary in Salt Lake City, Utah is the sort of […]
