Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Nestled between Oklahoma City and Dallas along well-traveled Interstate 35, explore an outdoor getaway in the Arbuckle Mountains. Sulphur Oklahoma is home to a National Park Service site along with the Chickasaw Cultural Center. Find a luxurious hotel,…
Author: Catherine Parker
Is Wind Cave National Park in South Dakota Worth a Visit?
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
After you’ve explored the famous sights in South Dakota’s Black Hills like Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park, it’s time to head underground. There are two cave systems worth exploring – Wind Cave National Park and the lesser known Jewel Cave N…
Fun Things to Do in California’s Redwoods National Park with Kids
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Kids love records. And adults love bucket lists. Get check marks for both when seeing the tallest trees in the world as you explore the Redwood National Park. With lots of scenic drives through its redwood groves, it’s a national park trip perfect for …
Cannonball in a Natural Pool & More Fun Things to Do at Chickasaw National Recreation Area
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Need some family splash time on your Texas-Oklahoma road trip? Check out Chickasaw National Recreation Area, a mountain escape between Dallas and Oklahoma City. There’s swimming, hiking, boating and camping, plus a resident herd of bison. Here’s why it…
Schlitterbahn Water Park in New Braunfels Texas: Why It’s Ranked #1
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Schlitterbahn New Braunfels is a big water park. How big? It’s actually two parks with over 50 rides and attractions. And Schlitterbahn is consistently ranked as the best waterpark in the US. Before heading to this oasis of fun in Texas Hill Country, h…
Plan the Perfect Road Trip Across Oregon
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Oregon, the Jewel of the Pacific Northwest, offers amazing scenery to explore on a road trip with kids (or maybe without). Find equal doses of the windswept ocean scenery along with fir-covered mountaintops. Don’t forget the lakes, like Crater Lake, sp…
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway: World’s Largest Rotating Tram Cars
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
If you’re visiting Palm Springs or the Sonoran Desert in Southern California and looking for a change of scenery, head up to the mountaintops, just a few minutes from the center of town. With the world’s largest rotating tram car, you can head to the t…
20+ Best Museums for Kids in NYC
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
New York City is one of the top destinations for museum goers in the U.S., kids included. Find dozens of family-friendly museums across all five boroughs. With museums dedicated to science, history, art and even mathematics, find lots to learn in NYC w…
Visiting Joshua Tree National Park with Kids
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Explore two deserts in one park that’s close to Los Angeles and Phoenix in Southern California. Joshua Tree National Park is known for its unique landscape with cactus that look soft but hurt, trees that are actually yucca and a rock that looks like a …
San Diego’s Best Tide Pools for Families
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
San Diego has amusement parks, glorious beaches, the San Diego Zoo and gorgeous weather. But you might not know there’s a national park site, minutes from downtown. It’s an animal lover’s delight with tide pools to explore, seasonal whales to spot and …
Add Petrified Forest to Your Arizona Road Trip this Year
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
As you travel across the desert southwest, you’ll find Petrified Forest National Park in northeastern Arizona. It’s conveniently located along Interstate 40 and can be explored in an hour. It’s a great add-on to your Grand Canyon or Utah road trip itin…
11 West Coast National Park Trips for Families
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
A trip to one or more of the US national parks is a super way for families to spend time together in nature. The parks on and near the West Coast, including Yosemite, Joshua Tree and Olympic, are some of the best ones to explore with kids. Here’s a gui…
11 Places to Get a NASA Fix
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Recent photos sent from Mars may have sparked your family’s interest in space exploration. Fuel your kids excitement about the solar system and space flight by visiting a NASA center. It might lead to a life-long fascination with NASA and aviation. Rea…
10 Best Lake Tahoe Resorts for Families
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Straddling the border of California and Nevada, the Lake Tahoe region is a winter playground for all ages. For families, Lake Tahoe boasts more than a DOZEN ski resorts within an hour’s drive. With so many options, it’s hard to experience all of them. …
Where to Find Fall in Texas 2021
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Now’s the time to plan a getaway to see the natural beauty of fall in Texas. For leaf peeping the best place for fall color is found at the state and national parks around Texas. Also find lots of other fun fall things in Texas, like a pumpkin patch, o…
Best Family Friendly Bryan TX Restaurants
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Looking for a restaurant to try out with your family in the Brazos Valley? Here are great locally owned eateries and bistros in the Bryan/College Station area. Find the best Bryan TX restaurants for families along with a few places to try on your next …
Fun Things to Do in Bryan Texas with Kids
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
If you’re on a family road trip in Texas, include a stop in Bryan. Located in the Brazos Valley between the state’s major cities, Bryan has loads of activities for kids of all ages. There’s a children’s museum for toddlers and plenty of outdoor fun for…
9 Fun Things to Do in Southern Oklahoma with Kids
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Heading to Southern Oklahoma on a family road trip? You’ll find natural pools for splashing, several local historical museums worth exploring and a chocolate factory. Here are the fun things to do with kids between Lawton and Sulphur in Southern Oklaho…
19 Awesome Free Things to Do in Dallas
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Dallas can be expensive to visit with kids. Several of the most popular attractions, like the Perot Museum, Dallas Zoo and Reunion Tower, charge steep admission fees. Balance your vacation budget by including several of the fun things to do for FREE. H…
Fun Weekend Itinerary for Austin Texas with Kids
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Austin, Texas, offers family fun throughout the year. With lots of outdoor adventure and a funky cultural vibe, Austin is the darling of the Lone Star State. This weekend itinerary for Austin Texas, written by a Texas TravelingMom, includes parks, pool…