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Best Things to Do in Breckenridge: Year-round Beautiful Fun

In summer there are so many things to do in Breckenridge, Colorado that you’ll wonder why everyone thinks of it as a winter destination. From the picturesque historic town to the epic hiking trails, there are tons of wonderful activities in Breckenridge in summer.

We have loved visiting Colorado forever, but it takes visiting someplace new to really feel refreshedly excited. Yes, that’s a word, and that’s how we feel about Breckenridge. Thinking of planning a trip to this historic mining town...

Preventing Altitude Sickness: Best Tips For Recovery At High Elevations

I always kind of thought that altitude sickness was just a fancy way of saying that some people didn’t like being in the mountains. Until our trip to Breckenridge, Colorado I had never experienced any of the symptoms of altitude sickness or had to deal with its effects. Well, I’ve learned my lesson: it’s real, it’s tough, and it’s serious.

We’ve put together our best tips for preventing altitude sickness, for dealing with it when it hits, and for recovering from altitude sickness. It’s not ju...

Icicle Brewing Co in Leavenworth: PNW Microbrew Heaven

Eastern Washington is known for being wine country, but it’s also a great place to find microbrews. Visiting Icicle Brewing is one of the best things to do in Leavenworth if you like beer.

There are so many approaches you can take to writing about a brewery.  You can highlight the unusual brewing process or talk about the great food they pair with beers.  You could tell the story of each beer’s creation.  How about we do a little of all of that to share about Icicle Brewing in Leavenworth, W...

September Update – Fall is Here (and so are road trips!)

Happy almost fall, everyone! Summer has been flying by, both in the fun sense and the bumpy, uncertainty that has become so normal to us. I feel like flip flopping between excited and depressed is has become the norm. I’ll be honest, sending kids back to school this year was and continues to be more nerve-wracking than it was last year.

Despite the really awful comments we get on social media about looking forward to our kids being able to be vaccinated, I feel like that’s the point for us t...

20+ Awesome Things To Do in Victoria BC That Kids Will Love

With the US / Canadian border opening back up, it’s time to start planning another trip up to Vancouver Island! There are so many great things to do in Victoria with kids or just as adults. It’s one of our favorite Canadian cities and I know you’ll love it too!

Victoria BC is our go-to destination for fun and easy weekend trips around the holidays and in spring when the weather is getting nice. Yes, we go to Victoria often, but it’s because we love it so much! We’ve figured out our top favori...

Taking the Victoria Clipper from Seattle: everything you need to know (and a Victoria itinerary)

Having visited Vancouver Island and more specifically Victoria many times we definitely have some good advice for planning a trip to Victoria BC. With four different options for getting there, the Victoria Clipper is our top pick. Here’s everything you need to know about taking the Victoria Clipper, including customs information, Victoria Clipper tickets, and an itinerary for a great weekend up on the island.

Note:  Clipper Vacations service from Seattle to Victoria is available again from Se...

Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground: the BEST Family Disney World Choice

Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground is the perfect spot for a family visiting Disney World, especially if theme parks and city visits aren’t your normal vacation. One of the best value resorts at Disney World, Fort Wilderness is a collection of cabins, campsites and RV sites all with the Disney feel and resort amenities.

While it’s always nice to stay in a nice hotel (we really love Disney’s Contemporary), staying at Fort Wilderness in the heart of the Florida forest is unique and ...

Awesome Disney World Vacation: Everything You Need To Know

Before we were actually on-property at Walt Disney World I had no understanding of its size or how to plan anything. I knew Disney World would be a very different experience than Disneyland, but that’s all. And that’s why we’ve created our Walt Disney World First Timers Guide. Here is everything you need to know for an easy Disney World vacation (and some bonus tips that are lifesavers).

Give our Walt Disney World podcast episodes a listen. From visiting Disney World during COVID-19 to pi...

Best Fall Colors in National Parks: 10 Beautiful Autumn Trips to Love

October is one of the best months to travel since kids have gone back to school and people are prepping for the holidays. Also a bonus: fall colors are going to be showing up and changing before you know it. We’ve been thinking about all of our favorite places to visit in the fall and National Parks have the best fall colors around. Take a look at our top seven picks on the west coast for getting the best fall colors in National Parks, and then plan your trip really quick before the snow begins ...

Year Round kid friendly hikes in Washington State: perfect PNW outdoors

As the snow stops falling up in the mountains we start to get excited about hiking. There are so many easy, kid friendly hikes in Washington, so actually picking where to go first is the biggest struggle. We’ve checked in with some of our favorite Pacific Northwest families and bloggers for their favorite springtime hikes and I love our collective plan!

And don’t forget, most kid friendly hikes in Washington are also great for adults of varying hiking skill level. I mean, who doesn’t apprecia...