US Family Travel

Four years ago, my family left California for Washington DC. I can’t decide if I miss the mountains or the beaches the most. No, the Appalachian Mountains aren’t the same …

When people plan a trip to Orlando, it is usually to visit Disney. Universal Studios is also a big priority. As a family, we are a pretty driven, goal-oriented sort. I …

A few remaining groves of old California redwoods stretch like a ribbon along the northern coast of California where the giant trees have been growing for over 1,000 years. Redwood …

Visiting Atlanta doesn’t have to be expensive. A multitude of adventures await those who want to keep their wallet tucked away. The following is a list of our family favorites in the city-proper, the metro area, and beyond.

The best things in life are free. Don’t think so? Make your way to the Windy City and you’ll immediately change your mind.

Decades ago my great aunt traced my family’s lineage back to the Billington family who sailed across the Atlantic on the Mayflower in 1620. As a child I treasured my …

In my family’s travels across America, our route has often taken us through state capitals. Sometimes we stop to check them out, other times we don’t. From Sacramento to Indianapolis …

Is your family looking for something more besides laying by the pool for your next getaway? How about infusing some adventure into your vacation? Then Costa Rica adventure travel is …

Does your child love gadgets and technology? Have a budding inventor or scientist on your hands? A visit to a fantastic science and technology museum can inspire great scientific and scholastic achievement in even the non-motivated student. We poured through 1,150 reviews on our site and put together this handy guide to the top science & technology museums across the country, as voted by your trusted and experienced Trekaroo users. Get your inner Einstein on!

Interested in traveling to Costa Rica?  Consider checking out some of the best Eco-lodges. I first traveled to Costa Rica 17 years ago as a young, single woman looking for …

When the weather warms up and we are in summer travel mode my kids have only one hotel amenity request, a great pool. Here are our picks for the best pools in the USA.

Driving to Niagara Falls or through western Pennsylvania to Ohio? It seems like all roads pass through Erie, Pennsylvania. I admit, from the highway, Erie doesn’t seem particularly enticing – …

Looking for a family beach getaway in the Midwest? Look no further than St Joseph, MI, a quaint little seaside town that packs a ton of family fun.

My family is always looking for ways to have a relaxing vacation the whole family can enjoy. But, vacationing with small children can be anything but relaxing if the accommodations aren’t set up for families. Enter timeshares! Yep, you heard me right, timeshares.

There’s only one thing better than a fun outing with my family, and that’s a FREE fun outing with my family. Fortunately for my wallet and I, Seattle is full of great activities that will enable your family to get out and have fun, without spending money.

  Millions of families in the Eastern United States live within a day’s drive of the mountains of West Virginia. And, the secret is out! Families love getting away from …

Family travel expert tips for your Disney vacation that will help you get from novice to expert before your next Walt Disney World or Disneyland vacation.

Have kids that want to learn about monarch butterflies? They should! These fascinating creatures showcase one of the world’s most amazing migrations.