Tagged With: Jan Ross travel writer
5 Family-Friendly Places for Kids Who Love Horses
There is something about horses that many kids just love. Their beauty and gentleness, combined with the excitement of mounting up to actually ride them on an adventure, is a combination that will make kids excited about any destination which involves horses. Several locations, resorts, and ranches offer a variety of horseback riding experiences, so … Continue reading
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20 Oldest Cities in the US for Young History Buffs
For over 200 years, from the time Europeans first set foot on the continent, to the present, the United States has offered an amazingly diverse history. Learning about the country’s history is vital for kids to become well-informed citizens, and a visit to one of these family-friendly cities rich in history can be a great … Continue reading
Sample Local Culinary Delights Near These Maryland Hotels
Maryland’s proximity to the ocean means there is a variety of great seafood to try, and crabs are a state favorite. Check out these interesting hotels, with restaurants nearby at which you can sample a variety of crab dishes, along with some other Maryland favorites. Photo by Tony Bendele via Trover.com Tidelands Caribbean Hotel & … Continue reading
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Food on the Fly: Successful Self-Catering
When we were in Paris, we walked across the street from our very swanky hotel to the grocery store in the basement of a shopping center, bought sandwiches, chips, and fruit, then brought it all back to our room and had a bed picnic. Much cheaper than any restaurant meal – and more fun! Here’s … Continue reading
The Four Best Day Trips For Fall Visitors To Seattle
We love Seattle and have been there several times so, unsurprisingly, we have actually done a couple of these trips. But check them out for the next time you are there. This post was posted by The Hipmunk on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on September 23. For visitors to the Pacific Northwest this fall, there is … Continue reading
Fabulous Hotels in Arizona
With plenty of cacti, lovely scenery with every color of the palest gold to the darkest brown, and gorgeous, warm weather year-round, Arizona is the perfect place to visit any time of the year. Phoenix and Tucson both offer various local outdoor sites to visit, from the fascinating Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright’s winter home, … Continue reading
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A definitive guide to outlets around the world and how to use adapters without frying your electronics
I’m ashamed to tell you that we actually fried our little travel fan in Ireland because we used the wrong adapter! Here’s an article that may help. This post was posted by The Hipmunk on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on September 10. These days, most of us want to travel with our electrical gadgets, whether that … Continue reading
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Kringle, the Official State Pastry of Wisconsin
There is a lot to enjoy in the charming small town of Racine, Wisconsin. Located on the shore of beautiful Lake Michigan between Milwaukee and Chicago, Racine has lovely beaches, parks and trails; Frank Lloyd Wright architecture; an amazing art museum; zoo; and the Wind Point Lighthouse. The lake provides plenty of opportunities for fishing, … Continue reading
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Visiting Charming Avignon with Kids
Avignon is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in south eastern France on the left bank of the Rhone River. This beautiful, medieval walled city with cobblestone streets and fascinating, historical buildings will interest everyone in the family. Kids will especially love touring the city on a small train, and investigating the Pont d’Avignon, a … Continue reading
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Photo Friday: Perouges, France
Tom got this shot in the Medieval village of Perouges, France. Pin It
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