The great haiku poet Matsuo Basho lived in Edo (Tokyo).
He had a house along the Sumida River, and a banana tree (basho) in his yard.
Visit Basho park in Tokyo, and read haiku childen’s books wherever you are.
Basho’s banana tree
Lake Tahoe & Gold Country in fall
Fall is a delightful season to visit Lake Tahoe and California Gold Country with kids. Gold is everywhere, though not in the ground. Aspen trees are incandescent yellow, meadows and hills glow with golden grasses, and bright red Kokanee salmon are in the lake.
Read more…Mount Vernon: George Washington at home
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…New York City: Places to Stay Cool
Visiting New York City with kids this summer, be prepared for hot weather. Manhattan has lots of super parks with water play areas to cool off. Here’s some of our favorites.
Read more…Cars, cars, cars: Petersen Automotive Museum
Petersen Automotive Museum is filled with an amazing collection of cars, from a 1915 electric car, to cars featured in Hollywood movies, art cars, racing cars, classic cars, hot rods, custom cars, and more. Stop into the Discovery Center for hands-on-activities for kids.
Read more…Tips for USA family road trips
The United States has such a diverse and glorious landscape, family road trips are a tradition.
Here’s our tips for road trips around the United States, and a relaxing vacation.