As someone who has traveled all over the world with the kids, I find Italy to be one of the most child-friendly places on the planet. It’s not because of amenities (many restaurants don’t have changing tables) or facilities (as mentioned earlier, children are expected to make their own entertainment), but it’s a result of the general attitude: children are expected to be around and are beloved.
Fields of corn, soybeans, small towns, and water towers line the 300-mile stretch of land, and short detours off of the main highway take families through cities with small populations and plenty of local charm.
Photo Courtesy of BigStock/Wavebreak Media Ltd My kids have a hodgepodge of ethnic backgrounds. Take one Russian grandfather and one Polish grandmother, add two Anglo-Irish-Welsh grandparents and three religions, and …
Stepping off a boat or out of a car into the lovely city of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada is similar to traveling to another time and place in history.
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.
In three days time, from kid friendly Seattle, we made three day trips from the Emerald City to enjoy a summer thoroughly in Seattle.
New York City is one of the most visited places in the country -and with good reason. There are countless family-friendly activities and historical sights to explore, but all those visits can add up. NYC offers a plethora of free activities for families to enjoy.
New York is a mecca of tourist attractions and has something to offer everyone, no matter your age, gender, or taste. You can find world class museums, theater, shopping, eating, and sporting events. With all this city has to offer, it may be hard to decide where to base your first trip to NYC but for the first timer, I think mid-town is the best place to be.
On this visit I was determined to finally see the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Lower East Side Tenement museum and learn a bit along the way.
How to teach your kids about global warming and climate change is a daunting task but I suggest you begin with visiting a glacier.
Make eastern Canada history come alive for your kids as you explore Parks Canada’s National Historic parks in Quebec, Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island.
Have kids that want to learn about monarch butterflies? They should! These fascinating creatures showcase one of the world’s most amazing migrations.
Learn about ways to incorporate paleontology while traveling on the road, close to home, and curled up on the couch.
We experienced road school in Prince William County, VA, home of historical sites that help visitors read and listen to the stories of people who lived 150 years ago
I’m proud to announce that we did it! Our family just returned from the beautiful country of Cambodia with our 3 kids (8, 5 and 3 months). While grand images of Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, have long captured our imaginations, Brennan and myself certainly had apprehensions about whether a trip to Cambodia would be best attempted when our kids were a little older.
The San Juan Islands of Washington State are a very popular summer destination for families; and rightfully so. With hiking, kayaking, whale watching, and more, it’s a relaxing and …
Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and the 50th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery March by teaching your kids about the Civil Rights Movement
Fort Worth, Texas was once the end of the line for many of the great open-range cattle drives of the late 1800s. While the city holds tight to its cowboy …