What to Do In Key West With Kids
Key West, the Southern most point of the continental US, is full of family friendly activities. From beaches for swimming, coral reefs for snorkeling and scuba diving, plenty of ocean […]
Visiting the Everglades Safari Park
Known as the “River of Grass,” the Everglades are the largest subtropical wilderness area in the United States. Located in Southern Florida, the Everglades are a great place for those […]
Brookgreen Gardens: A Walk Through Nature
9,100 acres of nature, gardens, wildlife, sculptures, and family fun! Brookgreen Gardens is just a 30 minute drive outside of Myrtle Beach in Murrels Inlet and takes you into a […]
The Perfect Maine Coast Road Trip
The coast of Maine is undoubtedly one of the beautiful destinations in the United States, making a Maine coast road trip the perfect route for a road trip filled with […]
Visiting Goblin Valley State Park With Kids: A Child’s Playground!
Utah is home to many of the country’s most well known national parks: Zion, Arches, and Bryce. While these all should absolutely be on your bucket list, it can be […]
Ocean City With Kids: 12 Things to Do
What started as a small fishing village in 1875 has grown into one of the best family friendly destinations for a quick weekend getaway or week long escape. You will […]
Assateague Island National Seashore: Visiting the Wild Ponies
Assateague Island is a barrier island found just off the coasts of Maryland and Virginia. Assateague Island is the perfect outdoor explorer and wildlife fanatic oasis. On the island you […]
Best Places to Visit in the US (Guest Post)
The USA is awash with incredible national parks, exciting theme parks, symbols of freedom, sunny beaches, magnificent mountains, and much more. It boasts of diverse geography and breathtaking landscapes that […]
Skiing in New Zealand – A Complete Guide to Slopes and Resorts (Guest Post)
Are you a skier who misses the snowy slopes during summer? If so, New Zealand is the place to go. In the southern hemisphere, it is winter when the north […]
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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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A Stephen King Tour: Visit the Real Life Derry
Bangor, Maine is the third largest city in the state of Maine, but if it weren’t for Stephen King, the city would be relatively unknown. Made famous as the real […]
A Guide to Walking the Freedom Trail: Boston, MA
Everything you need to know to take a self guided walking tour on the Boston Freedom Trail. Boston, MA is a thriving modern city that is filled with many historical […]
West Coast Girls’ Trip Ideas: 15 Weekend Trips in the Western US For the Mom Who Needs a Getaway!
In previous posts, we established the importance of a mom break and explored various destination choices on the East Coast USA and Europe. Now we will dive into the great […]
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 […]
Visiting Puerto Rico as a Vegetarian (or Vegan)
Puerto Rico is home to many great, original dishes, but for the vegetarian these dishes may not be so appealing. Puerto Rican food, referred to as “cocina criolla” by the […]
10 Things to Do in Sleepy Hollow, NY
Sleepy Hollow, NY is the small, quaint town that was the inspiration for Washington Irving’s story The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, released in 1820. “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”, for […]
Family Friendly Cities in France: 15 of the Best Destinations
When considering France for your next family vacation, the first thing that may come to mind is Paris with the famous Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Notre-Dame. But don’t stop […]
Taste Your Way Through the Saratoga Spa State Park
Introduction: Continuing with the exploring locally series, this week we will visit a small city in the southernmost area of the Adirondack region, Saratoga Springs. Located throughout Saratoga are approximately […]
Long Island with Kids: 10 Things to Do
Located in Southeastern New York, Long Island is the best destination for sandy beaches, lighthouses, and water sports for locals looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city […]
Assateague Island National Seashore: Visiting the Wild Ponies
Assateague Island is a barrier island found just off the coasts of Maryland and Virginia. Assateague Island is the perfect outdoor explorer and wildlife fanatic oasis. On the island you […]
How To Take Great Photos During Your Next Family Vacation
As destinations slowly become safer and more people are getting vaccinated, more and more Americans are expressing an interest to travel. In fact, two surveys by Wyndham Destinations and American Express Travel […]
Visiting Goblin Valley State Park With Kids: A Child’s Playground!
Utah is home to many of the country’s most well known national parks: Zion, Arches, and Bryce. While these all should absolutely be on your bucket list, it can be […]
Ocean City With Kids: 12 Things to Do
What started as a small fishing village in 1875 has grown into one of the best family friendly destinations for a quick weekend getaway or week long escape. You will […]
Best Places to Visit in the US (Guest Post)
The USA is awash with incredible national parks, exciting theme parks, symbols of freedom, sunny beaches, magnificent mountains, and much more. It boasts of diverse geography and breathtaking landscapes that […]
Skiing in New Zealand – A Complete Guide to Slopes and Resorts (Guest Post)
Are you a skier who misses the snowy slopes during summer? If so, New Zealand is the place to go. In the southern hemisphere, it is winter when the north […]
Family Friendly Cities in Italy: 22 of the Best Destinations
Just like France and England that we explored in previous weeks, Italy does have some main attractions that come to mind when thinking about visiting the country (The Colosseum, Vatican […]
A Complete Guide to Virtual Travel
Even if you’re not planning your next trip any time soon, turning to a vacation state of mind is an excellent way to maintain your mental health. We know that […]