Los Angeles' Manhattan Beach! No matter what time of year you visit Los Angeles; you can hit the beach and enjoy some of California’s sunshine filled overcast beaches, just right for family...

What began, quite literally, as an industrial wasteland in the middle of Vancouver is now the completely transformed Granville Island - a “town square” chock full of restaurants, shops, theaters, parks,...

It's a Place for the Whole Family to Enjoy!   Ghirardelli Chocolate and San Francisco go hand in hand.  The famous (and delicious) chocolate made its original mark on the world in 1848 amidst the...

Pacific Park, located on the famous Santa Monica pier just outside Los Angeles, just above the beautiful Pacific Ocean and offers families a nostalgic and fun amusement park. The West Coast boasts only one...

Let the Kids Boogie Down! I have danced my entire life.  What began as family dance-offs turned into years of dance lessons, recitals, and performances, coupled later with numerous nights of dance...

The largest of Orlando’s Disney parks, Disney’s Animal Kingdom incorporates the best features of zoos, thrilling attractions for every member of the family, and - of course - that famous Disney...

Explore Vancouver with Big Bus! Driving around a new city with kids in tow can be a daunting experience. Following maps to unknown places, searching for close and inexpensive parking, navigating safe...

The US Mint in Denver If you or your kids are fascinated by money, or even if your school-aged little one just needs a refresher on learning and counting money, head to the Denver Mint.   The...

This post was last updated on August 24, 2023. Coke fans of the world have a place to play. Atlanta’s World of Coca Cola, located downtown in the heart of Atlanta’s best attractions, is a great place to...

Vist the Park in the Park! San Diego may not be the most historic baseball site, but it certainly offers baseball fans an incredibly family-friendly experience. The San Diego Padres make their home at...

All Aboard!   Eight scenic railways wind through the landscape of Colorado, offering train-loving families a wonderland of scenic options.  Start your railway tour just outside Denver at the...

Radiator Springs in Cars Land The Disneyland Resort in Southern California is on every family’s top attraction list.  This June, Disney California Adventure completed its five-year remodel...

Swim with the Dolphins!   It’s a fact: kids love animal interactions. Unfortunately for parents, visiting zoos, aquariums, and theme parks that offer animal interactions can sometimes lead to an...

Alcatraz Island   Just one mile away from San Francisco’s busy shore, Alcatraz Island, once the infamous federal prison, waits ready for exploration.  Although visiting a federal prison might not...