Outdoors

Why we travel is the hope that years later, our children will fondly remember the seeds of love and adventure sown in those wild woods of wonder.

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.

Alternatives to camping are great ways for families to up their vacation experience without upgrading to a hotel or lodge. Just be sure to book them early…these fun and affordable vacations fill up fast. Read on for four great camping alternatives to try this year!

Explore the Lake of the Ozarks with your family. From caves to lakes to shopping and hiking, there is something here for every family.

Grenada also has the distinction of being a quieter island with none of the huge mega resorts at some of the other Caribbean islands. In fact, the whole island has perhaps 1,200 or so hotel rooms. That’s it. Yet what it doesn’t have ends up being one of its biggest assets -a lovely paradise that is uncrowded, friendly, and a great destination for families.

Our family of five has been making do with our four-man tent for years. So, when we started our search for a new tent that would sleep all of us comfortably, our top priority was to find a tent that was easy to set up and also provided enough headspace so we could all stand up inside of the tent.

The Shenandoah Valley Kids Trail provides a list of activities for families that are both educational and fun for kids; vacations in the Shenandoah Valley are sure to be memorable and meaningful.

Here is why Sunny Isles Beach is an amazing spot for your next family vacation.

The peninsula of small coastal villages and white clapboard houses with names like Egg Harbor and Fish Creek attracts families looking for outdoor adventure and a slower-paced vacation.

Taking the state ferry gives the flexibility to experience life and logistics as the typical family might along this coastal connection of communities – bring your car, bring your dog, and enjoy what is sometimes referred to as “the poor man’s cruise.”

Our Jackson Family Farm stay was a rare opportunity where our kids found a sense of freedom to shake off their city boundaries and just be kids again.

If you’ve ever taken a road trip anywhere in the US or Canada, you’ve probably seen the ubiquitous yellow sign along the road. And if you’ve never stayed at a KOA, …

Visiting Glacier National Park with kids both now and then was just as unforgettable: incomparable mountain scenery, bountiful wildlife creatures, overwhelming peace and solitude.

The Pacific Ocean took center stage and remained the showstopper throughout our weekend getaway in this gem of hidden San Diego.

Explore North Tahoe in Winter with your family with this handy guide on where to stay and where to play.

Boasting five area lakes, over 260 parks, and over 120 miles of shared-use trails and paths, nature is just waiting to be explored. Plus, don’t forget about the cultural offerings, unique restaurants and shopping. One thing is for sure – Madison is a family friendly college town!

I can’t believe it was only 12 months ago that our family set a New Year’s resolution to stay at a Georgia State Park every month of 2014.

The search for wildlife and winding trails created a desire for searching for more of the awe-inspiring wonder created on this earth.