A visit to Seattle wouldn’t be complete without a stop atop the iconic Space Needle. It’s similar to making your way to the top of the Empire State Building in New York City – long lines, elevator rides, and ultimately a great view of the city. The size of the buildings in Seattle allow you…
Local cuisine is a great way to immerse yourself in the culture of the place you’re visiting. For my family, learning to make French desserts in Paris was a fun and engaging way to learn from a local and enjoy delicious treats. We took a three hour French desserts class at Le Foodist during our…
I’ve often seen these interesting photos of a really long cave just outside of Zion National Park. It’s known as the Belly of the Dragon. To me, it looks more like the colon of a dragon, but a name like that may dissuade people from checking it out. If you’re visiting Zion National Park or…
Planning a Disneyland day with your family is exciting — but it’s also a lot to juggle. Between Lightning Lane, snacks, strollers, and keeping kids happy from rope drop to fireworks, having the right essentials in your park bag can make all the difference. As a dad who’s spent many days navigating Disneyland with my…
As leaves in the mountains start to change colors with the cooling temperatures, thousands are looking to enjoy their beautiful colors. Last fall, my wife and I took a scenic drive up the ever-popular Alpine Loop Scenic Byway. We weren’t the only ones who had that great idea. But regardless of the number of cars…
It’s fun to watch animals running around, or even just lounging about. The Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle has a wide range of animals, all from different areas of the world. You’ll find penguins, tigers, giraffes, birds, warthogs, meerkats and more. There are also several shows to enjoy, where you can learn about the animals…
Dole Whips are all the rage. There’s something scrumptious about pineapple-flavored ice cream. And when you top it off with fresher than fresh pineapple tidbits, you’ll be wanting it again and again. The Dole Plantation in Hawaii has those fresh and delicious treats, but there are several other activities you can do beyond enjoying an…
Every Labor Day weekend, thousands flock to Fort Bridger State Historic Site and Museum for the Mountain Man Rendezvous. The town comes alive and takes a step back in time. People wear attire from the days of Jim Bridger and pioneers traveling the Oregon or Mormon Trails. We felt a little out of place in…
Southwest Oregon has a lot of beautiful landscapes. Crater Lake National Park is a very popular spot. The road between Crater Lake and Medford, Oregon, has several stops worth making – like the three majestic waterfalls near the town of Prospect. But there’s one spot you don’t want to miss. Natural Bridge is a two-mile…
There are so many beautiful places in Utah. From the Mighty 5 National Parks to several national monuments and 40+ state parks, Utah has so many places to explore. Mount Nebo Loop Scenic Byway makes a wonderful afternoon drive with the whole family. If you want to really explore the area, snag a campsite along…
