Written by Jamie Bartosch @ Traveling Mom
If watching the 2022 Olympic winter games in Beijing inspires you or makes you nostalgic for past Olympic moments, then you’ll want to visit the new U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum near downtown Colorado Springs. Here’s why we think this Olympics…
Category: Family Vacations
How to Do Knott’s Berry Farm in One Day
Written by Julie Bigboy @ Traveling Mom
For families vacationing in the Southern California area, Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park California is a fun theme park for all ages. The 160-acre amusement park offers thrill rides, family adventures and historical experiences you won’t find anywher…
5 Best Educational Spring Break Ideas for Families
Written by Cathy Bennett Kopf @ Traveling Mom
Looking for spring break ideas for your family? Go beyond traditional beach destinations and Disney. Consider one of these educational spring break ideas. Your kids will have so much fun they won’t even notice that they’re learning too! Best Educationa…
Things to Do in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Written by Liana Moore @ Traveling Mom
Costa Rica is one of the best places in Central America to travel to as a family if you want your kids to connect with nature and wildlife. Manuel Antonio is one of the more popular family vacation destinations in Costa Rica. For those families looking…
Should You Visit LEGOLAND California for More Than One Day?
Written by Julie Bigboy @ Traveling Mom
LEGOLAND California is a whimsical theme park with aquarium and water park, located in northern San Diego. There’s enough here to build several days of fun! With two hotels on property to extend your visit, should you consider LEGOLAND California as mo…
Can You Do Both Parks at Universal Studios Orlando in 1 Day?
Written by Sarah Gilliland @ Traveling Mom
Should you even try to visit both Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme parks in just one day? Yes! Because one day at Universal is better than no days to spend wandering through the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, helpi…
1 Day Itinerary for New York with Kids
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
From an upscale food court for breakfast to the 9/11 Memorial, a walk along the High Line, the view from the Empire State Building…. to dinner in Soho. Can you do it all in one day? Yes! If you follow this 1 day itinerary. But no lollygagging in …
River Rafting Tips for Your First Trip with Kids
Written by Liana Moore @ Traveling Mom
From a day float trip to a multi-day river camping trip, river rafting is a fun way to spend time together as a family. Being in nature, disconnected from electronics and perhaps navigating some challenging situations can only help your family grow clo…
Best Things to Do in Lake Placid NY
Written by Terri Marshall @ Traveling Mom
Wondering what to do on your getaway to Lake Placid, New York? Try cross-country skiing and ice skating in winter in the shadow of Olympic athletes. Hiking, fly-fishing and water sports rank among local favorites for warmer months. And downtown Lake Pl…
Fun Things to Do in Santa Fe with Kids
Written by Jill Robbins @ Traveling Mom
Santa Fe might not immediately register as a kid-friendly destination. Your mental picture might be high-end shopping, desert art galleries and things grownups like to do…without kids. Although Santa Fe does offer lots of adults-only fun, there a…
15 Best San Diego Christmas Events for Families 2021
Written by Julie Bigboy @ Traveling Mom
The weather outside is definitely not frightful in San Diego during the Christmas season, and all of the festive events sure are delightful! San Diego feels like summer in the North Pole and Christmas events bring the warmth of the holiday season. Whet…
9 Fun Fall Family Activities in San Diego
Written by Julie Bigboy @ Traveling Mom
Fall in San Diego is a time for outdoor activities that focus on enjoying all that autumn has to offer. Traditional fall festivals, Halloween, Dia de los Muertos and pumpkin farms are family-friendly and often have free activities. These are the top ni…