Visit Hagley Museum and Library for Local History, Science and Nature
Hagley Museum is a great family destination with local history, science and nature.
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Road Trip through the Hudson Valley: Best stops from NYC to Albany
These are some enjoyable Hudson Valley stops along the way from Tarrytown/Sleepy Hollow in New York to Albany, NY.
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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
What we loved about the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando.
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Family Fun in Maryland by Region
Long post with many destinations in the state of Maryland categorized by regions – the Eastern Shore, the Capital Region, the Western Region, the Central Region, and the Southern Region.
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The Best Places to See Fall Foliage from Delaware to Virginia
Here are a few of the best destinations to see fall colors in the mid-Atlantic region.
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Finding Cranberries in Beautiful Whitesbog, NJ
A few Octobers ago, we decided to try and see a cranberry harvest. It always looked so appealing in commercials – so pristine, a sea of round crimson berries against a clear blue sky. The truth, we found, was a bit messier. We started out by visiting the little historic village at Whitesbog, New Jersey…
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A Kid-Friendly Itinerary for Boston with Classic Children’s Books
We created a one to two day, kid-friendly itinerary for Boston using a few classic children’s books that we read in advance of our trip.
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A Taste of History in Williamsport, PA
Learn about the home of the Little League World Series and see where it’s played at the World of Little League Museum. Then, hit the Thomas Taber Museum and learn about how the lumber boom led to the opulent Millionaires Row. Finally, take a cruise down the Susquehanna River in the Hiawatha paddle-wheel river boat.
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Family Fun near Queechee Gorge, Vermont
With few crowds, pleasant weather, and gorgeous swimming holes, there’s a lot to love about Vermont and New Hampshire in the summer. Here are a few places we explored and loved on a recent visit.
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Reconnecting in a Houston Heatwave
A post on friendship, featuring a few indoor family attractions in Houston, Texas.
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4 Pitfalls to Avoid When Travel Planning
4 tips on how to plan a family vacation successfully.
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Food, Flowers, and Family Fun in Lycoming County
This adventure starts with a trip to the Growers Market in downtown Williamsport to choose some fresh, seasonal produce to take along to Loyalsock Forest State Park. Here, you can spend an hour or two hiking among ferns and hardwood forest to discover a lovely waterfall. After your hike, refuel at Bullfrog Brewery, where there is something on the menu for everyone. Finally, get some dessert, and maybe do a bit more plant shopping at the Potting Bench Greenhouse, Ice Cream, and Workshops.
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Wildlife Views in Southern Maryland
We recently took a trip to Southern Maryland, and were surprised by lots of wildlife.
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Longwood Gardens: Beautiful in Any Season
Longwood Gardens is beautiful and worth visiting in any season.
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5 Tips for Traveling Easy with Kids
Here are 5 tips to make it easier to travel with your little ones.
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Things to do in New Jersey with Kids
Long post on several destinations in each of six regions of New Jersey.
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Valley Forge National Historic Park
Valley Forge is a free National Historic Park where you can learn about the history of the revolutionary war in a beautiful natural setting.
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7 Historic Places in Beautiful Natural Settings in the Mid-Atlantic Region
Here are a few of our favorite historical places that are also in beautiful natural settings in the Mid Atlantic Region.
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Cool Things to Do in Delaware: A Comprehensive Guide
Giant post highlighting many destinations throughout the state of Delaware.
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Visit the New Jersey Pine Barrens
The New Jersey Pine Barrens is a unique place to visit to see an unusual and beautiful ecosystem and interesting history.
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Free and Low Cost Family Activities in Myrtle Beach
Here are some recommended activities for families visiting Myrtle Beach that won’t break the bank.
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Free and Low-Cost Stops on an I-95 Road Trip
These are free or low cost stops recommended for family road trips that are close to the I-95 corridor from New Jersey through North Carolina.
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Interesting Roadside Stops in New Jersey
A few of our favorite roadside stops when we take a road trip through New Jersey.
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Visit Harper’s Ferry for a Taste of History in a Beautiful Natural Setting
Harper’s Ferry National Historic Park is rich in history, and sits along the confluence of two might rivers, nestled amongst mountains with sweeping views and vigorous hikes.
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It’s National Library Day: Let’s Talk about Armchair Traveling!
On National Library Day, we wanted to celebrate our libraries which are such a fabulous resource.
