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An Other Worldly Experience: Meteor Crater National Landmark (Winslow, AZ)
Meteor Crater National Landmark, also known as the Barringer Crater, sits in northern Arizona, a remote location a short distance outside of Winslow, AZ. Created by impact with a meteorite over 50,000 years ago, the crater sits today almost exactly as it was created and is known as the world’s best preserved meteor site. The […]
Spring Hunting in Historic Manitou Springs, Colorado
A Self-Guided Tour Through Manitou Spring’s 8 Mineral Springs Manitou Springs is a historic small resort city located just outside of the larger Colorado Springs that attracts visitors from around the world for its mineral springs said to hold healing powers and the natural beauty that surrounds the area, including Pike’s Peak, Garden of the […]
Mom’s Weekend Getaway: The Best Choices in Europe
When you think about a weekend escape with your girlfriends you may think about spas, white sandy beaches, shopping, a mouth watering meal, sightseeing, or even an adventurous excursion. As guilty as we may feel as parents for leaving our children behind, sometimes a break is necessary! No matter what you’re looking for in your […]
East Coast Girls’ Trip Ideas: 15 Weekend Trips in the Eastern US For the Mom Who Needs a Getaway!
Parenting is a wonderful journey of ups and downs, ins and outs, pure happiness and burnout! We love our children, and those who also love to travel know how great, albeit stressful, traveling with kids can be. There is nothing like watching your child marvel over the grand canyon, take off in that airplane for […]
Hiking With Kids: Tips For Making It a Success!
Having a child is no reason to eliminate hiking off the list of family vacation ideas! It may mean changing things up a little bit and not expecting to be able to make it up the mountain as quickly or opting for a shorter, flatter hike, but it does not make hiking an impossibility! Hiking […]
The Best Parks in NYC (For Families)
New York City is commonly known as the concrete jungle, but as you may or may not know there are plenty of green spaces around the five boroughs for you and the family to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city streets and enjoy some tranquility. Dive in to some of the best […]
How To Take a Mom Break: Weekend Getaway Ideas
Traveling or hanging out at home with my mini-me is always full of fun and exciting adventures and while I would not trade this for anything, sometimes a Mom break is much needed! If you are anything like me, you know what it is like to long for a day or two away all to […]
Best Hot Springs For Families in Europe
Whether you are looking for a natural spring surrounded by nothing but nature or a luxury hotel spa experience you can find plenty of options spread out throughout the world! Not only will the opportunities be endless, but you will find that many of them are family friendly! So after a long day of exploring […]
Best Parks in Amsterdam (That You Can Visit with Kids!)
Amsterdam, the capital and most populated city in the Netherlands, is a top tourist destination with plenty of well known attractions. From the Anne Frank House, Van Gough Museum, and De Negan Straatjes (Nine Little Streets), to outdoor activities such as a boat ride along the canal and visiting some of the best parks in […]
Best Hot Springs For Families in the USA
When one thinks of hot springs, relaxation often comes to mind, and rightfully so! The United States is littered with geothermal springs that fit the bill for a perfect relaxing family getaway. These hot springs may come in the form of natural springs reached after a long day of hiking or a family friendly spa […]
Cold Winter Family Getaways in the USA
Why cold winter family getaways? If you are anything like me, the cold and snow is not the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about your next dream getaway. But although there are those who shy away from venturing out into the cold and snow, there are those who find the winter months […]
Warm Winter Family Getaways in the USA
The Southern USA offers many opportunities for warm winter family getaways, with all kinds of fun activities from visiting theme parks, hitting the beach, taking a scenic road trip, visiting museums, experience wildlife encounters, or going for a hike. The winter months often times bring cooler weather to the normally scorching hot areas in the […]
Cape Cod with Kids: 20 Things to Do
Cape Cod is the beach paradise escape with driving distance of many of the Northeast USA’s major cities and towns. Locals and visitors alike can take the 72 minute drive from Boston, MA, the 4 hour drive from New York City, or the five and a half hour drive from Philadelphia to see all that […]
33 Inspirational Family Travel Quotes
| Family Travel Quotes to Inspire Your Travels in 2021 | Family travel is like a roller coaster ride….ups and downs, sometimes you feel like you are upside down, and sometimes you feel like you are on the top of the world! Extra stress, temper tantrums, forgetting those essential baby items, struggling with picky eaters, […]
Best Parks and Gardens to Picnic in Brussels (Guest Post)
Traveling can sometimes mean a full, busy day of navigating from one attraction to the next and trying to fit in as much as you can. Sometimes, though, it is necessary to spend some time relaxing and simply taking in and enjoying a destination. If you travel with kids frequently, you know as much as […]
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About Me
I’m Melissa, but you can call me Missy. I continuously crave a new adventure and love sharing those adventures with you! My sidekick is my 5 year old daughter. Together we are conquering the world, one city at a time! Find family travel tips and guides that will help you plan your next adventure!
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