Tuolumne Meadows in Yosemite is a family favorite for generations. It is among the most spectacular scenery on earth – turquoise lakes, sparkling creeks flowing through meadows, mountain peaks rising into the sky, but is also very accessible with kids, and never as crowded as Yosemite Valley.
Read more…Sonoma Sugarloaf Ridge SP: Wildflowers after the wildfires
Last fall, fires swept through Sugarloaf Ridge State Park in Sonoma Valley. But after the wildfires come the wildflowers. On a weekend in April, we had a picnic and hike in the state park – the hills were covered with colorful wildflowers and lush green grasses.
Read more…Chaco Canyon – Ancient ruins and roads in the desert
A thousand years ago, Chacoan people built multi-story buildings and engineered roads in the high desert of New Mexico. Chaco Culture National Historical Park preserves the legacy of this ancient culture. It is one of the most visited prehistoric ruins in the United States, and is also a World Heritage Site for its “universal value.”
Read more…Last weekend in Santa Cruz
Presidents’ Day weekend we headed down to Santa Cruz on California central coast. In the winter months, it’s a great time to see marine life – sea otters, sea lions, harbor seals, and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a year-round destination.
Read more…Sail with Sir Francis Drake – Golden Hinde in London
In London, kids can explore the Golden Hinde, full-size replica of 16th century ship Sir Francis Drake sailed around the world. And read about the daring voyage of one of the greatest navigators and commanders to sail the seas.
Read more…California Deserts: November to April is a good time to visit
Late winter and spring, not summer, are the perfect time to visit California deserts – Death Valley, Mojave National Preserve, Joshua Tree, Palm Springs and Anza Borrego. Read about favorite places to go with kids and tips for enjoying the desert.
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