This the season…to grab a car, train or plane to hop out of town. Often, it’s to see far flung family, but it can also be just to take advantage of the school holiday and travel somewhere fun and festive this time of year. But traveling this time of year, especially in the United States…
Some go to Red Rocks National Park for hiking. Some for rock climbing. All go to glance at the majestic red mountains and the stark desert landscape. But you do not have to hike in the desert sun or be an avid climber to enjoy this beautiful park. Red Rocks has a 13-mile scenic drive…
When heading up to Southern Oregon, one of the most popular sites is Crater Lake. Known for its pristine blue water, incredible views, and unique geological features, it is a must stop for anyone visiting Oregon and road tripping on the west coast. But is it safe for families in the time of COVID? Is…
It’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey. That’s what I always tell myself. But being the organized, planner I am, I can never quite seem to enjoy that. I always am thinking of what the faster route from point A to point B is. Even if I go a circular route, it’s because…
My children are NOT good in the car. Ever since my son was a baby, he could never handle more then 2 hours in the car-seat before he wanted out. So when we were planning a weekend trip to Legoland that included 16 hours in the car (not counting stops), I knew I needed to…
Inspired by the Throwback Thursday concept and a recent blog post written by Journeys of the Fabulist about a crazy driving adventure in Japan, I decided to write a throwback post about one of my favorite travel memories as a kid. When I was 14 years old, my parents took my little sister and I…