Adventure Travel Tips for Visiting Mayan Ruins with Kids: Part 3 of 3
Wed, 21/07/10 – 1:29 | One Comment

This is the conclusion of my interview with J&P Voelkel, authors of “The Jaguar Stones, Book One: Middleworld”, where they share how you can plan an adventure travel vacation to explore Mayan ruins with kids. …

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Take the Kids Gray Whale Watching for a Memorable Family Trip
Saturday, 20 Feb, 2010 – 0:12 | 3 Comments
Take the Kids Gray Whale Watching for a Memorable Family Trip

Ahoy! Gray whales are making their way to warmer waters this winter,and you can be a part of the adventure! Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego, is celebrating its 10th …

Birch Aquarium is an Affordable Must-See Family Attraction in San Diego
Sunday, 8 Nov, 2009 – 16:21 | 2 Comments
Birch Aquarium is an Affordable Must-See Family Attraction in San Diego

Less than 10 minutes north of the crowds at Sea World, Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institute of Oceanography, UC San Diego has a much quieter, low-key atmosphere, with tons for kids to do. They succeed …

Best Kid-Friendly Beaches in Los Angeles, CA
Thursday, 22 Oct, 2009 – 20:49 | No Comment
Best Kid-Friendly Beaches in Los Angeles, CA

The L.A. area is not just for Disneyland.  Make time to play on some of the beautiful California beaches and enjoy the Pacific breezes. The beaches in Los Angeles and surrounding areas vary widely in …

Fall Family Outdoor Activities in Northern California’s Shasta Cascade
Tuesday, 13 Oct, 2009 – 1:10 | No Comment
Fall Family Outdoor Activities in Northern California’s Shasta Cascade

Local John Poimiroo shares some wonderful fall activities for families to enjoy in the the Cascade Mountain range including Shasta, Redding, and Lassen Volcanic Nat’l Park.
Hawes Farm in Anderson, Calif. opens to the public in October …

Family Activities in the Sonoma Valley Wine Country
Friday, 25 Sep, 2009 – 1:50 | 4 Comments
Family Activities in the Sonoma Valley Wine Country

I was so excited to receive this information about kid friendly activities in California’s Wine Country!  Now I have another reason to revisit Sonoma.  Thank you so much to Tina at the Sonoma County Tourism …

Family Friendly Museums of San Francisco
Saturday, 8 Aug, 2009 – 1:07 | 2 Comments
Family Friendly Museums of San Francisco

San Francisco’s devotion to the arts extends to teaching young ones the importance of art and culture. Many museums feature youth-oriented programs. Here are just some of the City’s kid-friendly museums:

Beat The Heat This Summer With Free Splash Parks
Wednesday, 29 Jul, 2009 – 13:27 | 9 Comments
Beat The Heat This Summer With Free Splash Parks

The dog-days of summer are upon us and with the economy the way it is, free splash parks are a great way to save a few greenbacks without compromising the fun factor.  I’ve asked parents …

Great Summer Family Outings In Sacramento
Saturday, 16 May, 2009 – 1:13 | 3 Comments
Great Summer Family Outings In Sacramento

Sacramento mom Jeannie Hanson highlights a favorite family destination and shares other kid friendly activities in Sacramento.  Thanks, Jeannie!
One of the loveliest spots in Sacramento is William Land Park. Centrally located, huge trees providing shade …

Enjoy a Day Trip to Sausalito with Kids
Sunday, 26 Apr, 2009 – 1:44 | 2 Comments
Enjoy a Day Trip to Sausalito with Kids

Jennifer, mom of 2, shares with us some of her favorite low-cost, kid-friendly things to do in the Bay Area and Sausalito!  Thank you Jennifer!
Here’s my favorite day trip to suggest to families with kids …

Kid Friendly Attractions in San Francisco, CA
Saturday, 18 Apr, 2009 – 21:34 | 10 Comments
Kid Friendly Attractions in San Francisco, CA

San Francisco’s attractions are iconic and kid-friendly – whether it’s walking across the Golden Gate Bridge, or the tasting fresh clam chowder in a sourdough bread bowl on Fisherman’s Wharf. There’s plenty for families to …