Written by Yvonne Jasinski @ Traveling Mom
Charming Ouray, Colorado, nestled beneath dramatic peaks of the Rocky Mountains, delivers two powerful punches: it’s a well-preserved Victorian mountain town and it delivers fabulous mountain views. Popular enough to have sufficient travel infras…
Author: Yvonne Jasinski
Northeast Pennsylvania Parks – Beauty Around the Corner
Written by Yvonne Jasinski @ Traveling Mom
Pennsylvania state parks appeal to outdoor enthusiasts and families looking to relax close to nature. They lure visitors with unspoiled scenery – mountains, waterfalls, caves, streams, wide open fields, lakes, and more. Hiking, fishing, rafting, …
Fun Things to Do in Green Lakes State Park, NY
Written by Yvonne Jasinski @ Traveling Mom
Green Lakes State Park in New York State’s Finger Lakes region is a place like no other. Located a short drive from Rochester, the park is home to two lakes that date back to the Ice Age. The park offers fishing, kayaking, hiking and more recreat…
Watson Lake Park – Beautiful Oasis a Day Trip Away from Phoenix
Written by Yvonne Jasinski @ Traveling Mom
Watson Lake in Arizona offers outstanding beauty and tranquility, all in an easy day trip from Phoenix. The park near Prescott AZ remains mostly undiscovered by tourists that drive by on their way to more famous Arizona attractions like Sedona and Gran…
Iceland Packing List: 4 Season Guide
Written by Yvonne Jasinski @ Traveling Mom
Are you struggling with your Iceland packing list? No wonder! The country’s beauty is extraordinary, but so is its climate. Icelandic weather is predictably unpredictable. Whether you’re planning a city break in Reykjavik or driving along Iceland…
Going Overseas? The Best Way to Exchange Foreign Currency
Written by Yvonne Jasinski @ Traveling Mom
Whether it is your first or 40th time traveling abroad, you’ll need some foreign currency. But how do you get the best rates? Should you use cash or a debit card, or maybe concentrate on using credit cards instead? Currency exchange remains one o…
Essential Tips for Visiting Mont Saint Michel, France
Written by Yvonne Jasinski @ Traveling Mom
If you are on a mission to visit the most iconic sites of Europe, the medieval island village of Mont St. Michel in France, located off Atlantic coast at the mouth of the Couesnon River, should be on your list. This UNESCO World Heritage Site, featuri…
Mt. Washington: Important Things to Know Before Heading to the Summit
Written by Yvonne Jasinski @ Traveling Mom
Planning to climb Mt. Washington in New Hampshire? You are not alone. The Mount Washington summit is visited by more than quarter of a million people from all over the world each year. Hiking to the top is the most rewarding way to enjoy the spectacula…
Copy of Hopewell Rocks Park: Getting Down and Dirty in Canada’s Bay of Fundy
Written by Yvonne Jasinski @ Traveling Mom
Hopewell Rocks is one of the Marine Wonders of the World. Where but Canada’s Bay of Fundy, home of the highest tide in the world, can you kayak among huge flowerpot rocks and, a few hours later, walk on the ocean floor right where you were paddli…
Fall Splendor at Letchworth State Park – No. 1 State Park in the United States
Written by Yvonne Jasinski @ Traveling Mom
Located in western New York State, Letchworth State Park, also called the Grand Canyon of the East, lures its visitors with spectacular Genesee River Gorge and three magnificent waterfalls along the way. The park’s beauty is captivating any time of yea…
Hopewell Rocks Park: Getting Down and Dirty in Canada’s Bay of Fundy
Written by Yvonne Jasinski @ Traveling Mom
Hopewell Rocks is one of the Marine Wonders of the World. Where but Canada’s Bay of Fundy, home of the highest tide in the world, can you kayak among huge flowerpot rocks and, a few hours later, walk on the ocean floor right where you were paddli…
Wyoming’s Red Reflet Dude Ranch: Exploring the Wild West in Style
Written by Yvonne Jasinski @ Traveling Mom
Are you dreaming of the Wild West vacations but looking for a style and sophistication of a luxury resort? Then look no further! Red Reflet Ranch, one of a kind Wyoming dude ranch, delivers it all: outstanding accommodation, classic western scenery, a …