More than four weeks into the shutdown, it’s not “business as usual” in our national parks.
Here’s two outstanding Nevada state parks to visit in fall, Sand Harbor at Lake Tahoe, and Valley of Fire.
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Exploratorium San Francisco: Day of the Dead and food is life
Last Saturday we popped into the Exploratorium for a Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) display and holiday food from Mexico and Guatemala. What a warm life-affirming community event families enjoy each year at the museum.
Read more…Family vacations in December: Four cities to beat summer heat
Summer 2025 was extraordinarily hot, breaking records. Cities such as Athens, Seville, Bangkok and Rome reached such high temperatures, outdoor activities were not fun. Take your family vacation in December to avoid summer heat, and enjoy the wonderful holiday season in these cities.
Read more…King of the United States? George Washington said NO!
During War of Independence, an army officer sent George Washington a letter, criticizing representative governments, and suggested United States needed a king. Washington decisively rejected this idea, and after the war ended, he resigned as Commander in Chief. Why is Washington’s voluntary resignation so important?
Read more…State Parks Are Open!
During the government shutdown, national parks are closed, or sort-of-open, but without any park information and limited staff. Fall is the perfect time to explore fabulous state parks throughout the United States. For example, in California eight old-growth redwoods state parks are open, and two state parks to experience desert environments.
Read more…San Diego: Kids Go Free
In San Diego during October, kids free admission at popular attractions, such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, Legoland California, SeaWorld San Diego, and many museums, plus kids eat free at hotels and local restaurants.
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