Guides, tips, and destinations for family travel
Christmas is so close you can start to feel it. For a cozy, classic way to get in the Christmas spirit, visit one of the top Christmas markets in the US. Get that European feel without a passport! Imagine twinkling lights, a deep inhale scent of spiced wine, and cute little vendors selling the just-right…
Looking for some fun things to do in Great Smoky Mountains National Park with kids that isn’t hiking? I have plenty of info on hiking in the park, and there is a lot to see. But the park offers so much more for families looking to enjoy it in a different way. To really explore…
Looking for the best family-friendly hikes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park? This amazing park is over a half-million acres with over 800 miles of trails. It can be overwhelming figuring out what to do with the family in Great Smoky Mountains. And to be honest, a lot of the trails are more difficult than…
Looking for the best places to stay in Great Smoky Mountains National Park? There are many areas to choose from, and the best place for you really depends on what you are looking for and what your travel style is! Are you wanting to stay as close as possible to the park? Do you want…
It’s truly magical in the Great Smoky Mountains in October. The leaves are changing, the air is crisp, the park is fully open and alive, and the wildlife is prepping for winter. We just went to Great Smoky Mountains National Park in October during our kids’ fall break. We loved better pricing on flights and…
Only have 1 day in Great Smoky Mountains National Park? Perhaps you’re driving through the area or just have a day trip to GSMNP. Either way, I’ll show you how to spend your limited time wisely! Great Smoky Mountains National Park is full of foliage, waterfalls, history, rivers (over 2,000 miles!), cabins, visitor centers, and…
We recently took a family vacation to Great Smoky Mountains National Park and had a great time! We visited the park for 5 days, but after being there, I’ve put together what the can’t miss spots are if you have less time. If you only have 3 days in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you…
Looking for the best waterfalls in Great Smoky Mountains National Park with kids along for the trip? Anytime we go exploring with the family, we visit any waterfalls we can. We are a bunch of waterfall chasers willing to hike for a beautiful water view. Who doesn’t like the fresh sound of water hitting the…
Looking for a fabulous waterfall hike in Great Smoky Mountains that is kid-friendly to hike, an incredible ending, and nice and short? You’ll love Spruce Flats Falls in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This gorgeous waterfall is on the western side of the park up a hike around only 2 miles roundtrip. We loved ending…
Looking for a short, family-friendly waterfall hike in Great Smoky Mountains National Park? Head to the Chimney Tops waterfall, located right off the Chimney Tops trail for an exciting hike the kids will love. Chimney Tops is a popular spot for getting some epic views within Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It’s named one of…