Lake Charles, Louisiana is one of my favorite cities in Southwest Louisiana. It’s full of history, charm, culture and lots of amazing food. One thing that really surprised me when we were there was just how affordable of a vacation it was for families, college students or couples looking to get away to enjoy the casinos, resorts or Mardi Gras …
Where to see Manatees in Crystal River
The Crystal River manatees are world famous. People come from all over the world to swim, kayak and marvel at one the most beloved endangered species native to Florida. If you are unfamiliar with manatees they are an aquatic mammal often referred to as sea cows due to their gentle giant nature. They are slow moving and herbivorous, feasting mostly …
7 Fun Things to do in Williamsburg VA with Toddlers
Williamsburg, Virginia is full of rich colonial history and is a great vacation destination for families with toddlers. When we embarked on a multiple year-long RV road trip around the country one of our first stops was Williamsburg and our youngest son was 2.5 years old. He was old enough to walk on his own and loved walking through the …
Planning Your Trip to Sanibel Island Public Beaches
Sanibel Island is one of Florida’s best-kept secrets. The Sanibel Island public beaches are best known for their soft sugar sand, their quiet atmosphere and for being the best shell beaches in Florida. Sanibel Island is unique in the fact that most islands stretch north to south, but Sanibel Island and neighboring Captiva Island actually face east to west which …
Everything You Need to Know to Have a Family Friendly Mardi Gras in Lake Charles
If you are looking for a family friendly Mardi Gras destination than Lake Charles, Louisiana is your best bet. Located in Southwest Louisiana, Lake Charles is a beautiful and comfortable city to spend an extended weekend getaway for a cultural immersion of cajun and family friendly Mardi Gras celebrations. Before I went to Lake Charles for Mardi Gras, my understanding …
Where To Eat in Legoland Florida
Legoland has a wide variety of restaurants and places to eat that will appeal to everyone in your family. Here is a list of everywhere you can eat in Legoland along with menus of Legoland restaurants. Pretty much all of the Legoland food options have various soft drinks and water options. Most serve Dunkin Donuts chilled coffee as well. There are …
10 National Parks That Should be on Your Family’s Bucket List
National Parks are America’s treasures and they offer an amazing opportunity for families to reconnect, unplug and enjoy time together in a naturally beautiful setting. Some of our fondest travel memories have been from spending a day together in a National Park. There is always so much to see and explore, usually a good hike to take, a scenic drive, …
10 Things You Should Know Before Visiting Siesta Key Public Beach
Siesta Key beach is one of the most famous beaches in Florida known for its many family-friendly amenities, sugar-white sand, and beautiful turquoise waters. If you are within at least two hours driving distance from Siesta Key Beach, Florida Gulf Coast’s number one beach, it’s definitely worth the visit. Due to its popularity and amazing amenities, a little bit of …
The Absolute Best Things to do in Rovaniemi Finland
Our trip to Finland was hosted by Visit Finland and Visit Rovaniemi. All opinions are our own. Rovaniemi, Finland is located in the northern region of Finland known as Lapland and it is such a remarkable place to visit. It is a land of remarkable beauty, filled with forests and lakes, and includes so many things to experience and places …
Ten Family Friendly Campgrounds You Don’t Want To Miss
After 18 months of traveling full-time on the road with a family of six, we’ve learned that not all campgrounds are created equal, especially when it comes to families. There are certain amenities that make RV resorts stand out mini golf, heated pool, hiking, biking, fitness center, the list goes on and on. Of course, you can’t beat an amazing …