For over 25 years, Great Wolf Lodge has been providing fun, family friendly get-aways in resorts designed to provide lodging, food, and entertainment all in one indoor place so you can visit and enjoy year round. Since hearing of their opening in the new Manteca location, our family has been wanting to visit and experience…
When I think of Washington DC, the image that immediately comes to my mind is the tall spire in the center of the National Mall. From there you can see the Capital Building, The Lincoln Memorial, and the White House. That tall spire, created to commemorate our first president, is an iconic monument that is…
Washington DC is a must-visit for any family who lives in the United States. Washington DC is where you can see our federal government in action, learn more about the history of our great country, and engage with your family in any way that is important for you. Washington DC had been a dream trip…
On the morning of December 7th, 1941, 353 Japanese planes came in and committed a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, bombing and destroying 19 US Ships. The USS Arizona sunk and took with it 1,177 souls. When we planned a trip to Oahu, I knew that we had to pay our respects to this sacred…
Waikiki is known as being one of the easy, family friendly Hawaiian vacation. I had heard that Waikiki was great for first time visitors to Hawaii, and I can understand why. With resorts beachside, an array of restaurants, shopping, and activities in walking distance, it was easy to see why families would love a trip…
I did not expect the Museum of Pop Culture (or MoPop as its popularly called) as engaging as it was. But after spending a few hours at this quirky museum I understand why everyone has it on their must-do list for Seattle. You can play video games, see music videos from famous Seattle musicians, view…
Imagine stepping into a world of whimsy, a world of color, a world of spectacular immersive art. That is what you are stepping into when you visit the Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum in Seattle. For us the Chihuly was an add on. We bought the City Pass tickets to see other major attractions. I…
The Space Needle is the most recognizable and iconic part of the Seattle Skyline. Made for the world’s fair in 1962, no one imagined it would become the architectural wonder that it is today. Even my kids, who had never heard much about Seattle, knew of the Space Needle, and wanted to go to the…
In 1897 a ship filled with gold and elated miners landed in Seattle telling people of the riches to be made in Alaska. While you no longer find gold at Pier 57, you will find happy tourists and families enjoying great food and fun as they learn about the Gold Rush. Miners Landing has transformed…
When exploring a new city, I love to get out on a tour right at the beginning of the trip. A tour by foot, by bus, or by any other transit, getting an overview of the city’s history, neighborhoods, and spirit helps set the stage for your trip, and helps me decide what I want…