Hiking Crested Butte to Aspen – again – the good, the bad and the better

Hiking Crested Butte to Aspen – again – the good, the bad and the better

If I’ve learned one thing from travel—especially with kids—is that you have to take the bad with the good. That’s a good lesson for the kids to learn, along the way, of course. And perhaps there is no better time to remind you of that adage than on an outdoor adventure. We certainly were reminded on the hiking trail.

Touring the Vatican with kids – hidden gems to explore

Touring the Vatican with kids – hidden gems to explore

Welcome to The Vatican, the world’s smallest sovereign state, established in 1929. It’s the modern version of the papal fiefdom that ruled Rome and much of central Italy before Italy was unified in the mid-19th century

A Family Culinary Adventure in Merida, Mexico

A Family Culinary Adventure in Merida, Mexico

On a recent trip to Merida, Mexico, Alison Tibaldi booked a hands-on cooking class. It was an immersive experience that offered a window into the local culture in a highly sensorial way.

One-of-a-Kind Slide Experience at OUE Skyspace LA

One-of-a-Kind Slide Experience at OUE Skyspace LA

OUE Skyspace LA is a new attraction at the heart of Downtown Los Angeles built in the U.S. Bank building–currently the tallest building west of the Mississippi River–and the buzz is booming after its grand opening in June.

Saving on a family summer beach vacation

Saving on a family summer beach vacation

A trip to the beach is a perfect summer getaway — and a bargain too. As long as you opt for a destination that’s off-season in summer — like the Caribbean or Arizona — you can have your pick of deals.

Celebrating July 4 with the kids

Celebrating July 4 with the kids

There are plenty of ways to celebrate, starting with your local parade. When my kids were small and we lived in Evanston, Illinois, that parade was a highlight of the summer