Visiting Mount Vernon with kids, discover George Washington in a different role than commander in chief of the American Revolution or president. Here George was a progressive farmer, planting trees and taking a turn in the garden, eating corncakes and honey for breakfast.
Read more…Lan Su Chinese Garden Portland
In busy downtown Portland, step into a 16th century China family home and garden. Kids can explore halls, pavilions courtyards, look for dragonfish, bats of happiness, guardian lions, and learn about Chinese traditions and culture.
Read more…Van Gogh’s Sunflowers: Light on Light
In fall, we see sunflowers everywhere. So did the artist Vincent Van Gogh.
Find out where kids can see Van Gogh sunflower paintings in art museums, and read children’s books about the artist.
Read more…Guest post: 5 Reasons Families Go for the Galapagos
Birds with flappy feet that are Gatorade blue. Coves where baby sea lions swim beside you in the wild. The widest whitest beaches you’ve ever dug your toes into. When parents ask me to recommend the coolest vacation venue for their families, my go-to answer is the Galápagos. These famous islands deliver everything you want in a family vacation (and about a hundred times more).
Read more…Guest post: Belize it! Family Vacations in Belize are the Best
Belize has a well-deserved reputation as a top travel destination for families. It is a country that begs you to ‘Unwind, loosen up, kick back ….and let the magic unfold!’ Here are the top four reasons why you should consider a family trip to Belize for your next vacation:
Read more…Guest post: Why Baja is Ideal for Three Generations
What many people don’t typically think of is swimming with sea lions, camping on deserted islands, and boardwalk strolls in quiet seaside towns and that is exactly what you get when taking a family vacation to Mexico’s Baja Peninsula. No matter how old your family is, from grandparents down to toddlers, there’s an experience to be had in Baja.
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