Near the Georgia-Florida state line, Kingsland and Camden County offers a wealth of activities and attractions in the great outdoors. Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast ready to hike, bike and paddle or a casual outdoor fan who enjoys a good stroll, picnic or boat ride, this coastal community delivers natural entertainment. Hit the water […]
Best Things to Do in Monroe & West Monroe, La.
If you’re not familiar with Monroe and West Monroe, La., make it a priority to get to know this destination. Located halfway between Vicksburg, Miss., and Shreveport, La., Monroe-West Monroe offers much of the same history, outdoor recreation and entertainment you’ll find in more notable Louisiana destinations, but without the crowds. To help you start […]
Train Like an Astronaut at Kennedy Space Center
There are many reasons why actual space travel for civilians is quickly gaining momentum. Corporate ventures, like Mars One, Virginia Galactic and Elon Musk’s space-bound Tesla, have made such voyages closer to being a real possibility. Celebrities like Beyonce have reportedly put deposits on being one of the first on a commercial flight. Turmoil and […]
NASCAR: Family-Friendly Fun Beyond the Track
When watching a NASCAR race on TV, naturally the cameras stay focused on what’s happening on the track, in the pits and back in the garage. After all, that’s what the fans came to see, right? Of course. But for fans who actually attend a NASCAR race, there is so much more going on before […]
Visiting Central Florida’s Theme Parks: Then and Now
When my husband and I decided to take the kids to visit Central Florida’s theme parks, I started doing some online research to find out the basics of planning our visit, getting the most for our money and making sure we didn’t skip anything crucial. After all, the last time I visited the Orlando area, […]
Drag Racing: High-Speed Action for All
It’s no secret that I love drag racing; after all, I grew up with the sport. My father was a sportsman racer (the category for non-professional drag racers), so my parents took us kids to the track from the time we were babies. I grew up watching my dad work on his race car, both […]
Shake It Off at Shaker Village
I didn’t know much about the Shaker community when I was invited to visit Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill in Harrodsburg, Ky. After a little research online, I decided Shaker Village would be an interesting and informative destination for me and my children, ages 9 and 6. So we, along with my friend Stephanie and […]
Two NYC Walking Tours Kids Will Love
I’ve been living in the NYC metro area for a long time now, so I didn’t think I had a need for walking tours…until recently. When two invitations for walking tours came my way that had to do with Broadway and desserts, I had a total mind change. So I grabbed the kids and joined […]
Summer Family Fun in the White Mountains of New Hampshire
In the summer, families tend to head to the beach or the mountains to escape the heat. The White Mountains of New Hampshire offer so much to families of all ages, from gorgeous lakes to strenuous hikes – and even moose safaris. Living in Rhode Island, our family has had a chance to visit this […]
Fun Times at the Merry-Go-Round Museum
When I heard there was a Merry-Go-Round Museum in Sandusky, Ohio, I added it to my itinerary right away. I mean, who doesn’t love riding a merry-go-round? And having the opportunity to learn the history behind this iconic ride couldn’t be passed up. So, on our last morning in Sandusky, my friend Stephanie and her […]