Things to Do in Sac County, Iowa with Kids & Teens: Family Guide Looking for a Midwest getaway where you can pack a lot into a weekend without spending hours driving from one attraction to the next? Sac County, Iowa might be one to put on your road-trip list. Located about 3.5 hours south of […]
Road Trip Ready: What to Know Before Taking a Long Journey
A long road trip can be one of the best ways to experience a destination. You get to choose the route, stop when something catches your eye, and enjoy the journey instead of rushing from one airport to another. But the farther you travel, the more important it becomes to think beyond the destination. Storage, […]
Free Printable Road Trip Activities for Kids
Check this out! You can download a FREE 6-page Printable Road Trip Activities Set right now! This 6-page freebie has 5 different activities kids (or anyone) can play while riding in the car on road trips! Road Trip Word Search Road Trip Scavenger Hunt What is in the Back of the Truck? License Plate Coloring Game […]
Things to Do in Medora, North Dakota: A Family-Friendly Guide
If you’re planning a trip to western North Dakota, Medora deserves a spot on your itinerary! During our recent six-day North Dakota road trip, our family spent two days exploring this charming western town. While Medora is best known as the gateway to Theodore Roosevelt National Park’s South Unit, we quickly discovered there’s much more […]
Things to Do in Watford City, North Dakota: A Family-Friendly Guide
Things to Do in Watford City, North Dakota: A Family-Friendly Guide (Hosted stay disclosure: Portions of our visit to Watford City were hosted, and there are affiliate links in this post that help support this site at no cost to you. As always, all opinions are my own.) When planning our recent North Dakota road […]
Safari North Wildlife Park in Brainerd: A Minnesota Family Adventure
If you’re planning a visit to Brainerd or looking for an unforgettable Minnesota getaway, Safari North Wildlife Park deserves a spot on your itinerary. My teens and I went to Safari North for the first time this past weekend. My teens have always loved animals, and this sounded like a fun day trip. We left […]
Niagara Cave in Harmony, Minnesota: A Family Guide
Did you know you can explore a cave that’s 200 feet underground right here in Minnesota? Even better—it’s only about 2.5 hours from the Twin Cities! If you’re looking for a unique family adventure, Niagara Cave in Harmony, Minnesota deserves a spot on your Minnesota bucket list. We visited recently, and it was one of […]
A Hidden Midwest Gem: Lost Island Waterpark & Themepark in Waterloo, Iowa
A Hidden Midwest Gem: Lost Island Waterpark & Themepark in Waterloo, Iowa If you’re looking for a tropical escape or a theme park adventure without leaving the Midwest, Lost Island in Waterloo, Iowa is calling your name! Just 3.5 hours south of the Twin Cities, this destination includes two parks—a waterpark and a theme park—each […]
Road-Tripping I-35: Hidden Gems Between Duluth and the Twin Cities
Stops Worth Slowing Down For From Duluth to Minneapolis/St. Paul If you’ve ever driven the familiar stretch of I-35 between Duluth and Minneapolis/St. Paul, chances are you’ve zoomed right past some incredible places without even knowing it. But tucked along this well-traveled route you’ll find surprising museums, rugged state parks, cozy cafés, and rich Minnesota […]
Visit Gulf Shores, Alabama in May 2026 and Get a $200 Gift Card
Why May Is the Perfect Time to Visit Gulf Shores (Plus a New Travel Deal You Should Know About) Two years ago, my husband and I went to the beautiful beaches of Gulf Shores for our honeymoon — and it’s still one of our favorite trips we’ve ever taken! White sand beaches, warm Gulf water, […]
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