About the author

Amanda Rodriguez is Trekaroo's new Washington D. C. Guroo! She has been wowing the Internet since 2008 when she launched her pretty-much-useless guide for parents, parenting BY dummies. She spends her offline time (which is embarrassingly limited) running a photography business, working as a social media director, writing freelance articles, wrangling Dudes, petting her Baby Dog Daughter, and eating cupcakes in her garage to escape the crazy.

Virginia Beach in the Fall with Kids

August 28, 2013, , , , , , , , ,
A beach vacation in the fall?! You betcha! When we scheduled our trip to Virginia Beach in early October we were thinking two things: less people, and please don’t rain! We got exactly what we wanted.
NASCAR Racing with Kids in Charlotte, NC Photo by: Trekaroo/Amanda Rodriguez

NASCAR Racing with Kids in Charlotte, NC

June 19, 2013, , , , ,
Racing has always been a part of my life....Fast forward twenty years and I’m enjoying the sights and sounds of NASCAR racing with kids.

Pennsylvania Dutch Country with Kids!

May 7, 2013, , , , , , , , ,
Thanks to the weather, our trip was less frolicking through Amish farms than I imagined it would be, but we still had the opportunity to experience some of the charm and pleasures of Dutch Country.
Kid-friendly toy store Frederick, Maryland

Small Town Spotlight: Frederick, Maryland

March 13, 2013, , , , , ,
Despite its relative size and burgeoning population, Frederick maintains a small town feel that makes natives not want to leave and outsiders curious enough to visit. Check out our favs.
NewportBeachBarMiami

Exploring Miami with Kids

October 13, 2012, , , , ,
Miami: Partiers on speed boats being chased by shirtless cops in white blazers with white patent leather oxfords??? Well, at least that’s what I have always associated it with since I was raised fully immersed in 80’s pop culture. But, after spending five days in the beautiful beach city experiencing everything it has to offer...
Family friendly Virginia: Natural Bridge Virginia

Natural Bridge Virginia- Family Friendly Hikes through Caverns, Waterfalls, and History

September 19, 2012, , , , , , , ,
When the opportunity to explore Natural Bridge, Virginia arose, we jumped at the possibility to experience a hybrid vacation of sorts: indoor sleeping and dining, with just a hint of outdoorsy-ness to allow for maximum enjoyment for all family members.
Baltimore Harbor

Five Fun Things to do with Kids in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor

August 1, 2012, , , , , , ,
The Inner Harbor in Baltimore is one of the city’s most visited tourist destinations. The area offers fun and excitement for grown ups looking to enjoy an active nightlife scene and also to families with young children looking for an educational and entertaining family vacation destination.

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