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.
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.
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.
Looming serpent heads, towering ancient stone walls, the steepest set of stairs ready to be raced up by two rambunctious boys, monster trees eating up a temple, and tales of gods and demons locked in battle. This is what our 8 and 5 year old boys will remember most about the temples of Angkor Archeological Park.
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 …
Photo by: Bigstock.com/Boris Stroujko Mont St. Michel appears like a mirage when visitors first lay eyes on it, looking as if it is floating off the coast between the Normandy …
The stories of the Native American people, both past and present, are told at many historic sites and museum across the United States and Canada. Families don’t have to travel …
The two memories I will treasure most from our family’s recent trip to Jamaica are polar opposites. The exhilaration on my children’s faces while precariously clambering up a tropical waterfall …
Photo By WomanInTravel Just a short drive beyond the traffic of the beltway and the crowds of tourists in Washington D.C., families can find great local food and drink in …
Photo Courtesy of BigStock One of my favorite parts of being a homeschooling family is seeking out the opportunities to experience hands on activities. I love to see them light …
Photo By: BigStock/Grisha Bruev Carved by glaciers, Norway’s fjords are the ultimate reminder that God has created infinite shades of green and blue. Waterfall after waterfall cascade from sheer, …
Explore the unique history of Califonia’s Scenic Route 395 with your family. Scenic route 395 in California is a road full of history, adventure, and beauty. During this road trip, …
Heading to Puerto Vallarta? We explore what to do in Puerto Vallarta with kids as you encounter five must-do adventures in this Mexican paradise.