Travel ideas and destinations that are close to home.
There are plenty of options in North America where you can try on your winter Olympian.
The National Western Stock Show in Denver is celebrating its 120th anniversary this year. The huge two-week event every January draws ranchers, farmers and city folk from all 50 states and 33 countries, typically more than 700,000 people.
Many of us are forgoing expensive vacations or flying this holiday season. But we could enjoy holiday traditions – or make new ones without spending a fortune by visiting a big hotel’s gingerbread display or seeing light displays at local zoos and botanic gardens.
The good news is there are holiday light displays in small towns, as well as big cities across the country and many are free. And for those who have had to forgo an expensive holiday vacation this year, spending the money to see the terrific holiday lights displays at local botanic gardens and zoos will not only be fun but an affordable holiday splurge.
Believe me, I’ve been there – the oven that conked out Thanksgiving morning; the relative who stormed out in a huff mid-dinner; the complaints about sitting at the kids’ table
Halloween events and celebrations these days have already begun in many places from theme parks to themed festivals to haunted houses and hotels.
Balloon Fiesta (the 53rd) has become the world’s largest and premier international ballooning event. This year, it includes 543 registered Primary Pilots
In 1944, they fought in some of the toughest terrain in World War II – northern Italy. Then they came home and created ski mountains.
Cristoff Keyonnie couldn’t have picked a better time to visit Vail for the first time—it was peak weekend for leaf peeping… glorious yellows and oranges everywhere you looked.
Whether you are in the country and whatever your budget, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy fall colors
The good news is you can find a fall festival guaranteed to please whether you are traveling with or without kids.
The resort is not only Arizona’s largest AAA Five Diamond hotel but boasts the largest spa in Scottsdale, which is spa central with more than 50 spas.
Albuquerque is famous for its public art and ARRIVE Albuquerque continues that tradition with an exterior mural by Nani Chacon, a local artist.
A late summer or fall getaway to the mountains can’t be beaten as more of us seek domestic and closer-to-home vacation options.
I’ve long been a fan of getting the kids out of their comfort zones on vacation, whether hiking to the top of a mountain, whitewater rafting, trying a new sport like rock climbing or simply navigating in an unfamiliar city or country.
Angkor: The Lost Empire of Cambodia enables kids to design their own temple starting with rusty “red stone,” using “sandstone” for the walls and towers, adding statues and gold on the rooftops. The real towers were nearly 200 feet tall.
The Wisconsin homeowner couldn’t have been nicer on the phone. First travel lesson learned. Don’t just rely on a phone call.
With such unpredictable weather patterns these days, you never know when it’s going to rain on your vacation. That’s when a nearby museum may come in handy.
What did you forget to pack for your last family summer vacation, or your next one?
Once, I forgot my child’s duffel as we were heading to Cape Cod
Yhe YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, CO surrounded on three sides by Rocky Mountain National Park and set on more than 800 acres is very popular for reunions
American travelers are planning to stay closer to home. And nearly American lives within driving distance of a theme park.
Make the most of summer with 16 festivals guaranteed to please, whether you love outdoor concerts or local food festivals.
Make the most of summer with fun but frugal family summer vacations. Create cherished moments without overspending this year amid national economic anxieties
Discover why pet friendly lodging is gaining favor with families traveling with furry companions on road trips.
Discover why campers prefer dogs over family according to the latest camping trends report by Kampgrounds of America.
Experience the unique sights of Elephant seals to buttered cookies: SLO California. Uncover the charm of San Simeon, CA.
Explore the beauty of Santa Barbara CA through its stunning Botanic Garden and other attractions. Perfect for all ages, discover native plants and more.
Find out what your family can do for Earth Day 2025 to promote renewable energy and protect our planet for future generations.
Understand the challenges you may face this summer. Be prepared for problems in the parks this summer due to staff reductions and make the most of your trip.
Make it a family spring break to remember! Learn why it’s not too late and how to get your kids excited about the trip.