Lagoon Amusement Park is a staple venue for people who live in and around Utah. As a kid, it was the next best thing to Disneyland. There are roller coasters, water rides, a water park, and around Halloween there are fun and scary haunted houses. Lagoon is a great place to bond as a family,…
Our family had a wonderful time exploring several museums and iconic sites around Seattle. While making plans to visit the National Nordic Museum, we noticed a spot a short distance west from the museum that looked like an unique spot to explore. The Ballard Locks, also known as the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, is something…
Maui has so many amazing activities scattered throughout the island that’s it’s easy to just go, go, go. But I recommend slowing down a little bit to enjoy a few hours wandering through Lahaina. There are several activities that are sure to appeal to your interests, including shopping, dining, museums, desserts and more. Plus, it’s…
A couple summers ago, my wife and I took a road trip along the Oregon Coast. We stopped in some amazing vistas, camped in some beautiful state parks and wandered through some quaint coastal towns. Bandon, Oregon was one of our favorites because of the many things it had to offer. Here’s a rundown of…
The Arc de Triomphe is one of the most iconic monuments in Paris – probably second only to the Eiffel Tower. Although it doesn’t stand as tall as the famous tower, it’s the perfect spot to see some of the best views of the city. I’ve been to the top of this historic monument twice,…
Our family had a fabulous time exploring Seattle – the Emerald City. As we were planning our trip, we did lots of research online to find the best and unique things to see in Seattle. Once we finalized our itinerary, we did additional research on how to save money on admissions – after all, we…
Did you know that Benjamin Franklin gave pet squirrels to friends? They weren’t white elephant gifts, either. I guess having pet squirrels was a thing back the late 1700s. While most people picture Benjamin Franklin flying a kite in a lighting storm, he was much more than that. The Benjamin Franklin Museum in Philadelphia is…
Maui offers some very diverse landscapes. One side of the island is similar to the mountain deserts of Utah. The other is lush and green as far as the eye can see. Iao Valley State Monument is so beautiful that you’ll want to hang out for days just enjoying the steep, towering mountains and lush…
Utah is known for some amazing winter activities for the whole family. Here’s an activity that doesn’t require strapping on skis. But it does involve dressing warm for the cold weather. Ice Castles in Midway, Utah, is a wonderful winter wonderland meant for exploring. There really is nothing else like it in Utah, and it’s…
Twenty years ago, I was living in a small town in Southern France. I learned all about the culture and even brought a little piece of it home with me. I purchased a nativity set of little clay people known as santons. They’re indicative to southern France and are a great reminder to me of…
