Day 4: Museum of Science and Industry and North Avenue Beach Our last day in Chicago was a fantastic one. We spent the whole day at the Museum of Science and Industry, exploring all the exhibits and enjoying the hatching chicks and Tesla Coil demonstration. We also had a lovely picnic lunch and were impressed […]
Continue readingDay 3: Shedd Aquarium, Field Museum & The Bloomingdale Trail Day three in Chicago with kids promised to be a fun and educational day as we visited some of the city’s most iconic attractions. Our itinerary includes a visit to the world-famous Shedd Aquarium, exploring the vast collection of the Field Museum, and ending the […]
Continue readingLas Vegas may be known as the city of casinos and nightlife, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a great destination for families too! On a recent trip, we had the pleasure of exploring Las Vegas with kids and were pleasantly surprised by the range of family-friendly activities and attractions on offer. From thrilling outdoor […]
Continue readingWinter is an excellent time to visit the Grand Canyon with kids. The crowds are smaller, the air is crisp, and the snow-capped views of the canyon are breathtaking. During our recent trip to the Grand Canyon in January, we stayed at Maswick Lodge, which is located in the Grand Canyon Village area. The rooms […]
Continue readingLos Angeles, the sprawling metropolis of Southern California, is a city that offers endless opportunities for family fun and adventure. However, navigating the city with kids can be a bit overwhelming, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the area. During my recent trip to LA with my family, we faced some hiccups along the way, including […]
Continue readingDay One Itinerary Featuring Top Kid-Friendly Attractions! Day One: Willis Tower, Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago, Navy Pier & Ohio Street Beach Chicago is an excellent family-friendly destination with countless attractions to explore. We took advantage of the opportunity to visit this amazing city with our three kids during the summer, using Jeff’s conference […]
Continue readingWashington, DC in winter can be lovely. Yes, it can be rainy and a bit blustery but I forgot what a joy it is to visit a city in its off-season. Last spring we spent a weekend in Washington, DC during the cherry blossom festival…. which was crazy. I felt like we were fighting crowds […]
Continue readingYep. We paid $2/person to take our children to a superfund site… and I would do it again. Butte, Montana is a mining town in every sense of the word. The hills are dotted with old mining rigs. Yellow hills loom around town. The Butte-Anaconda Historic District is a National Historic Landmark that spans huge […]
Continue readingThis post contains affiliate links. The new normal is mask wearing – a proven way to help keep everyone a little bit safer as we continue to battle the Covid-19 virus. Kids often feel uneasy about new things – like mask wearing. Just like car seats, coats and helmets, masks are something we are going […]
Continue readingAfter Hurricane Dorian derailed our Kennedy Space Center plans, we found some open days in south Florida. As I scrolled through my Instagram feed I saw several posts about a Hurricane Relief Day at Legoland. It was a chance to visit Legoland at a discounted rate that would benefit Hurricane Relief efforts. Seemed like a […]
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