After a day exploring New York City, my son and I had a few hours to fill before catching a cab to the airport. The South Street Seaport Museum was a few blocks from our hotel, so we bought tickets and explored “Where New York Begins.” The museum has three separate areas to explore: A…
A popular trail near Salt Lake City, Utah, is Bell Canyon. Located at the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon, the trail offers amazing mountain views, and a majestic look across the Salt Lake Valley. It’s perfect for all skill levels, including families with young children. Albion Basin (Cecret Lake) is another great hiking trail, but…
While on business in Philadelphia, I was excited to spend some time at the Museum of the American Revolution. I’d walked the Freedom Trail in Boston and stood on the bridge in Massachusetts where the famed “Shot Heard Round the World” was, well… heard. So learning about the American Revolution as a whole was intriguing….
During my first visit to Versailles, I focused on the magnificent palace and gardens immediately surrounding it. During my second visit, I made it a point to explore the Estate of Trianon, which includes the Queen’s Hamlet and the Grand and Petit Trianon palaces. If you’re planning to spend any time in Versailles, I recommend…
We took our eight-year-old son to LEGOLAND California last summer for a parent trip. He had a blast… and so did we. He put together a list of the top 10 rides at LEGOLAND California, with one ride on the DO NOT RIDE list. Find a complete list of rides at LEGOLAND California, along with…
I invited my teenage son to join me on a business trip to NYC. We had a few hours free to explore the city, so I had him pick what he wanted to do. He suggested a tour of the United Nations Building, and with a little research, I reserved our guided tour for a…
I recently shared an article on Disneyland Park dining. So now it’s time to share some of the best dining options in Disney’s California Adventure! Thanks to my friends at Get Away Today, I have a roundup of some family-favorite restaurants to help you plan your meals while enjoying The Happiest Place on Earth. And…
Even though my wife is a Utah native, she went skiing for the first time just last year. Her biggest concern: I was her instructor. (j/k) But Cherry Peak Ski Resort in northern Utah was perfect for her first time. Friendly staff, a bunny hill and some simple green runs make it a fantastic spot…
When people say they’re traveling to southern France and want suggestions on where to go, Cassis is my first recommendation. I lived in a neighboring city along the Mediterranean Sea for 14 months and loved the opportunity to explore Cassis. There are many activities for all types of travelers – a romantic getaway, hiking adventures,…
My brother-in-law’s favorite holiday is Groundhog Day. I’m not sure what places it over the typical favorites of Christmas, Thanksgiving or Easter. But I’ve heard his Groundhog Day parties are legendary. He and his wife visited Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, to experience Groundhog Day at its source a couple years ago. I asked them for a rundown…
