Old Man of Storr Hike: How to Go to the Old Man of Storr (with Kids)
For me, the Old Man of Storr hike was a big deal. This rock pinnacle on the Isle of Skye was one of the…
Family Travel
A Family-Friendly Visit to Napa Valley on a Budget
Napa Valley is tricky. On one hand, it represents the best of what California can do: it’s beautiful and luxurious with some of the…
Best Travel Gear for Kids: My Picks
Packing for a trip never seems to get easier. No matter how many times I do it, I usually end up overpacking. When I…
California Wine Country for Families: What to do with kids in Napa and Sonoma
The California wine country is known for a lot of things — excellent wines, food, views, hospitality — but not necessarily for its family-friendly…
Where to See Elephant Seals: Año Nuevo State Park
My son Noah is finishing 4th grade right now, which means that he and his classmates have begun the study of science with animals….
The Importance of Getting Out of Our Comfort Zones
What are those things that you tell yourself you just don’t do? You just can’t do? If you’re like me, there are some things that…
8 Affordable Family Vacations in Northern California
Frustrated over the lack of travel writing about trips that are actually affordable? Traveling even close to home can really add up! However, traveling…
Family-Friendly Tips for a Visit to Pier 39
This post is in partnership with PIER 39. San Francisco has long been one of my family’s favorite places. My family and I have tended…
8 Books for Kids Who Love Travel & Adventure
According to the Merriam Webster dictionary, wonder is “rapt attention or astonishment at something awesomely mysterious or new to one’s experience.” One aspect of…
30 Things to Do with Kids in Italy
If you’ve followed along on this website for a while, you know that Italy is my favorite country thanks to my background in art…