Ann Anderson

Oklahoma – a state where diverse landscapes and rich cultures beckon visitors to explore and enjoy. From museums to native American history, we’ve listed the top 10 experiences that your family will love.

“There’s no place like home.” Dorothy was the first to say it, but we’ve all repeated her quote when we experience that good-to-be-home-feeling. And, that is exactly why Kansas is wonderful; it feels like home whether you live here or not.

The Oregon coast is a place where kids can discover their own natural talents. Here are the top 5 things to do on the Oregon coast with kids.

I’ve learned that kids are amazed by the suffix “-est.” They are captivated by finding the biggest, longest, and smallest. Our latest search, led us to the world’s oldest living organism: the Great Basin bristlecone pine tree.

Camping with kids is a great way to experience the simplicity of nature and enjoy some quality time with each other. These are some of the best campgrounds for kids in the western states to reconnect with nature and with your family.

I call it “business class for the family class” – those accommodations with amenities that business travelers demand and family travelers relish.

So why would I want to learn to scuba dive? If you’re a parent, you already know the answer to that question. I learned to scuba dive simply because my 12-year-old son asked me to become open water scuba certified with him. That’s the kind of thing you do as a parent.

BYU yields a family-friendly college town rich in family values, and conventional family fun. Here is Trekaroo’s list of fun things to do in Provo with kids.

From eastern Oregon, we meandered through pristine farmlands and sage covered hills; then climbed windy roads over central Oregon’s Cascade Range, then descended to the rugged coast.

My family spent a week as guests of Majestic Dude Ranch, where we felt as if we had starring roles in the television series Bonanza mixed with a little Duck Dynasty reality TV.

We can honestly say it was one of the best family vacations we have ever had! Majestic Dude Ranch espouses two things that these television series celebrate: family and the great outdoors (no camouflage clothing required).

I wasn’t so sure Cabo San Lucas could be family friendly. Forgive my cynicism; I assumed Cabo San Lucas wasn’t family friendly only because of its shrewdly named night clubs and its reputation for raucous beaches.

Alas, it’s time to store away the ski and snowboarding gear for the season. Coincidentally, it’s also time to plan the perfect ski resort SUMMER vacation. Yes, summer is the ideal season to vacation with kids at ski resorts, where outdoor recreation abounds, and luxury on a budget exists.

This winter we visited Vista Verde Ranch, an all-inclusive luxury guest ranch located near Steamboat Springs, Colorado, and I (aka, “Mommy Travel Agent”) actually had a vacation where I wasn’t responsible for every family member’s wants, needs and desires!

Off-season national park visits provide two huge benefits: (1) crowd avoidance, and (2) discounted lodging prices. But of course, there are many cons to the off-season. These cons include unpredictable weather, transportation issues, closed trails, limited camping and dining options, kids’ school schedules and missing out on high-season sites or activities.

Glenwood Springs, Colorado boasts both amazing history and a ton of Family Fun