I buy Kings Island tickets with the confidence of an Olympic athlete, but my physical readiness is more like a Victorian child who needs a fainting couch. There’s a lot of walking. I’m careful with sunscreen. We eat plenty of theme park food. Somehow, even...
If you’re planning a family adventure in the Golden State, buckle up: California’s national parks are nature’s ultimate adventure park—no tickets (or minimum height) required. The California national park system stands as a giant outdoor playground...
Spring break doesn’t have to mean expensive resorts or cross-country flights. Some of our favorite family trips have been ones that were quick to plan (and easy on the budget). From road trips along the West Coast to beach destinations and even international...
Add color and culture to your family’s Cinco de Mayo celebration by visiting historic Olvera Street, the “Birthplace of Los Angeles.” Less than a block from Union Station in the heart of Los Angeles, Olvera Street (“La Placita Olvera”) is a...
I’m a wine fanatic, and even though wine isn’t always his thing, my partner is always happy to tagalong for my wine festival adventures. He enjoys a sweeter pour, and I love bold reds. The variety available is exactly what makes these festivals work for us. ...
More than twenty years ago, I married a New Englander from Boston. Over the years, that has shaped how our family travels. Many of our family vacations have brought us back to New England, sometimes to visit family and sometimes because it is simply a great...