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Life after 50 = Family travel and taking your now adult children and grandkids on multigenerational family vacations. (Shhh. We prefer taking the grandchildren and leaving the adult kids at home!)

Hello Colorado! Get outdoors and celebrate Colorado Public Lands Day, the third Saturday in May each year.

Get Outdoors! Colorado Public Lands Day

Hello Colorado! Get outdoors and celebrate Colorado Public Lands Day!  In 2016, Colorado became the first state in the nation to establish a holiday celebrating the value of our public lands. As this new annual tradition continues, the third Saturday …

8 Bucket List Adventures For Every Type Of Mom

Why not give your mom (or mother of your children) the gift of travel with these 8 (eight) Bucket List Adventures For Every Type Of Mom? From kayaking and ziplining adventure  in Nicaragua for the adrenalin-loving mom to fine wine …

One of the best ways to experience Africa is its sunsets.

3 Best Ways to Experience Africa

Africa is an exquisite continent with a myriad of destinations boasting natural and historic experiences that can’t be found anywhere else in the world. Our guest author offers a 3 of the best ways to experience Africa and its timeless …

When it's all about the water, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Photo credit: Visit Lake Geneva

Tips for Taking the Family to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

Located 80 minutes from Chicago and 45 minutes from Milwaukee in the heart of Wisconsin, Lake Geneva the perfect place for your family vacation.  From historic mansions to a cruise boat to dipping your toes in the lake, our guest

When Planning a Trip to NYC, are the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island on your list?

5 Tips for Planning a Trip to NYC

From iconic attractions like the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island to simply seeing the Manhattan Skyline in person, New York City is one of those destinations that lands on nearly everyone’s travel list. With so much to do in …

Hello Mickey - you so fine! And Minnie, Donald, Goofy Pluto...Welcome to Walt Disney World Summer 2018

7 Reasons to Visit Walt Disney World in 2018

If you’re like me, you and your family may not need an excuse to pack your bags for that magical place called Disney. But just in case, you’re wavering on the border of saying nay or yeah to a family …

Walt Disney World serves up tasty restaurant experiences.

Summer Travel Deals at Disney in 2018

We’ve got good news for families with their eye on a Disney vacation this summer but with a less than cooperative budget. The Happiest Place on Earth recently announced summer travel deals at Disney.  Read on for details and get …

One of Hawaii's many relaxing beachs for mom includes Napili Kai Beach Resort in Maui.

Activities Mom Will Love in Hawaii

When traveling to Hawaii with your mom (or if you are the mom traveling to Hawaii), the Aloha state offers so many fun things to do from snorkeling adventures to a pampering day at the spa. Check out these 6 …

Walt Disney World announces the opening of Toy Story Land in Hollywood Studios on June 30, 2018. Photo: Disney Parks

Why You Should Visit Toy Story Land This Summer

Two of my grandkids’ first Disney experience was back in 2014. I remember my then 7-year-old grandson’s excitement at actually meeting Buzz Lightyear in person at Disneyland.  It sparked the first of many magical Disney moments. Now flash forward to …