It’s no surprise to anyone that we’re giant fans of the National Park System. We’ve driven many thousands of miles traversing them. But not all National Park sites are out in the middle of nowhere. Turns out there’s a really … Read More
We did a little family staycation a few weeks ago and stayed in a hotel in Seattle. We took the streetcar to our breakfast spot just as all three kids were getting hangry and impatient … Read More
Visiting Istanbul with kids is a fantastic family adventure, offering a blend of rich history, vibrant culture, and engaging activities. The city is incredibly family-friendly, offering a diverse range of attractions and activities that cater to all ages. The city’s … Read More
After hiking Cataract Falls, we discovered our favorite Bay Area view – from the top of Mt. Tam. This is a pretty popular spot, but we hadn’t had the chance to get up there as it’s tucked into the hills … Read More
In early June of 2009, Daniel and I quit jobs/graduated and headed off for two month of adventure before settling into graduate school/work/life. After spending a few days in London, our next stop was Paris, where we Couchsurfed with a … Read More
Are you new to Airbnb and wondering if it’s safe and secure for traveling families? Keep reading for our family’s review of Airbnb after 10 years of experience, both from the guest and the host perspective. (If you haven’t … Read More
This past Sunday was our favorite husband/dad’s bday so we decided to head off on a little mini trip for the tail end of spring break to celebrate Daniel. I’m fairly comfortable heading out exploring without him but it is … Read More
Today’s stories of goodness is one of my very favorites, from my dear friend Jessica. I’m completely blown away by the kindness of strangers. “Feeling summer slipping through my fingers, I packed up my three little kids and drove two … Read More
Of all the places we’ve visited, Petra has to rank near the very top. This ancient city has it all – history, beauty, hiking, majestic views. It was awesome in the true sense of the word. We stayed at the … Read More
Have you heard of the Hippie Tree? It’s a big eucalyptus tree up on a hill with a great swing hanging from it. It’s tucked into a little neighborhood in Tiburon, across the Bay from San Francisco. We were headed … Read More
This week’s story takes us back to South America with Our Family Passport, an amazing extended family that shares their adventures and tips. I just love the kindness and respect they exude, and love following their adventures. “When we were … Read More
As I started typing, I realized we rolled into San Francisco exactly two years ago after our 4,500 mile cross-country road trip. I can hardly believe it! In some ways, I still feel like a Virginian; in other ways, I’ve definitely … Read More
