va·ca·tion vāˈkāSH(ə)n,vəˈkāSH(ə)n/ noun 1. A period of time in which an adult pretends that he/she is a child again, has no responsibilities to tend to, spends money like the world is ending, and relaxes. And gains a lot of weight. Vacations...we work hard all year and save our money in anticipation of them, invest our time planning them, and spend countless hours … [Read more...]
Five of the Hottest International Travel Destinations for 2015
Every year there are a few destinations that a few of your travel savvy friends seem to visit before everyone else is talking about adding the destination to their bucket list. There are a lot of different things that work together to make international destinations the hottest place to travel, including economic boosts, development, international recognition and popular … [Read more...]
Christmas Shopping Travel Destinations in the Midwest
Sometimes we need to immerse ourselves in the shopping experience to help us get ready for Christmas. Thankfully, some of the best Christmas shopping destinations in the Midwest are in the heart of already bustling cities or attractions. Plan a vacation to any one of these destinations to put together an awesome holiday shopping experience where you can also experience an … [Read more...]
Great Cave Destinations Across America
For anyone that has never gone underground, the experience really is otherworldly and wondrous. Caves and caverns hold ancient lava flows, formations built drip by drip over thousands of years, underwater lakes and wells and twinkling roofs that closely resemble the night sky. Across the United States, there are people that have been exploring these caves and caverns and now … [Read more...]
College Towns That are Great Fall Destinations
Finding the perfect fall destination to spend a weekend immersed in pumpkin flavored everything, leaf filled hikes and drives and cozy B&Bs, might take you back to school. Colleges across the country spend a lot of time and money creating beautiful campuses, and the towns that they are part of also benefit from the seasonal influx of students. It only makes sense that … [Read more...]
Best Fall Road Trips in the U.S.
No matter where you find yourself in the U.S. this fall, there is a road trip ready for you to head out on. Fall foliage drives are a great way to take in the view for the one or two weeks that the forests and woods change color before dropping their leaves. The best trips combine breathtaking vistas, dramatic hilltop or over water views and a good hiking destination somewhere … [Read more...]
Historic Train Trips
Historic train trips make a memorable family vacation! Trains and train rides are exotic and pure adventure for children, especially if they have never had the chance to step aboard one. The fact of the matter though, is that train lines have been running for across the country and world for a long time, and many of the lines follow historic trails that wagons, horses and … [Read more...]
How to Score Cheap Holiday Flights
The holidays are just around the corner now and many people will be flying during the holiday season. With airline costs skyrocketing, it’s important to know how to shop for cheap holiday flights and how to maximize your savings this holiday season! The nice thing about purchasing holiday flights, or any flights for that matter, is that there are a few tricks to purchasing that … [Read more...]
Traveling and Potty Training
During the summer months many families like to go on a vacation. However, for some parents the thought of going on vacation while potty training seems scary. Actually scary enough for them to put it off until potty training is complete. Here are several tips that will help you to cope with traveling and potty training at the same time. Do a Test Run- Practice having your … [Read more...]
Where to Find Romance in the Continental U.S.
By Genie Davis & Linda Marr What are the most romantic places in the U.S.? Wherever you and your sweetheart may be is the best answer. But if you’re looking for a special spot to turn up the heat, we have some suggestions for you. Talk about turning up the heat - go to the desert! Palm Springs is just a short drive from Los Angeles, but a romantic world away. Your … [Read more...]