Whether you are a nature-loving, adventure-seeking, sports-craving, superhero- worshiping, or an animal-loving type of family, Illinois offers a plethora of activities that will satisfy anyone’s needs. Here’s our list of the top ten things your family will love to do in Illinois.

With Denali, North America’s highest mountain peak, towering over the vast landscape and abundant wildlife of Denali National Park, it’s no wonder travelers from across the world make Denali a bucket list destination. Most parents who visit Denali National Park with kids either hop on a non-narrated transit bus to explore the park or book...

With school back in session, you may have found yourself wishing you’d gotten in one more getaway before jumping into the grind of schedules and homework. Does heading to Northern California for a Mendocino camping trip sound tempting? How about one where you don’t have to pitch a tent or collect the firewood? Mendocino Grove...

Most kids learn about the historic Pony Express in school and many travelers have heard mention of the “Loneliest Road in America,” but chances are good that your family has never driven the portion of Highway 50 through Nevada.

Did you know that Florida has more than 825 miles of beautiful coastal beaches to explore? And, if you are ready for adventure, the Sunshine State has such diverse ecosystems that it will allow you to snorkel with colorful sea life, take in rodeo at a Florida dude ranch as well as take a kayak, ...

In August 2017, my family rented a car in Frankfurt, Germany and spent two weeks driving throughout Central Europe on our European road trip. Our 2-week Europe trip itinerary included the Czech Republic’s Bohemian Switzerland National Park, Krakow’s Wieliczka Salt Mine, and Austria’s Salzkammergut. Thanks to our rental car, we were able to spend the...

Wondering what there is to see while getting to Orlando? We've got itineraries and fun stops along the way to Orlando, no matter what your route is.

                                                           Photo by: Flickr/iwona_kellie Northern California’s hidden gem of a winter wonderland sits at the foot of Mount Shasta, the second highest peak in the Cascade Range....

Travel is infectious. Once wanderlust gets into your soul, there’s often no turning back. We are one of many families that have decided to ditch the suburban, 9-5, public school life, and live differently. Our new life is simple, and with simplicity has come a deeper understand of ourselves, our family relationships, and the world...