Guides, tips, and destinations for family travel
Colorado is home to so many great cities available to both tourists and residents. When deciding to go south of Denver or north, you may be trying to decide if you should visit Colorado Springs vs Boulder. Both towns offer ample opportunity for fun, dining, and outdoor recreation. So when figuring out if you should…
Here is a great Mount Rainier 1 day itinerary for those with limited time. Mount Rainier National Park is a gorgeous, landlocked park in Washington. The majestic Mt. Rainier standing boldly as a centerpiece is easy to find, assuming the fog and clouds haven’t rolled in. There is so much to see at the park…
If you’re looking for the best things to do in Boulder with kids, this is the place. We recently visited and really packed our day with fun activities. We didn’t get to do everything we wanted (there’s a lot), but made a list of fun things to do for next time we visit. I’ll share…
For our recent trip to Boulder, Colorado I had planned out a few things I wanted to do. Well, by a few, I mean a lot. We didn’t have time for it all, but at the top of my list was hiking the Flatirons Loop trail at Chautauqua Park. It seemed like the perfect trail…
On our recent trip to Boulder, we wanted to make sure we took the kids to see Boulder Falls. This beautiful waterfall is up in Boulder Canyon, and feeds into Boulder Creek. This is a pretty short and easy hike in Boulder for kids and families to access, and a beautiful place to relax. So…
Durango and Pagosa Springs are both beautiful towns worthy of a visit. Plus, they are not very far from each other, making it easy to visit both in the same trip. If you are trying to find a Durango to Pagosa Springs shuttle or if you’re driving and just need a great stop on the…
Every time we drive I-70 through the Colorado mountains, we see the sign for what I know to be a popular attraction. So after hearing what an amazing place it is, we decided to take a day and check out St. Mary’s Glacier with the kids. St. Mary’s Glacier is not only a great, family-friendly…
Colorado is well known for its mountains, skiing, and outdoor adventure. It’s not quite on the west coast, though it’s definitely not in the east. So is Colorado in the midwest? This is a question many people are looking to clarify, so here’s an explanation. I grew up in the midwest and now am in…
Pagosa Springs is an absolutely stunning town with fun nature activities, hot springs and attractions nearby. When you’re done visiting this great town, you’ll most likely be heading back to the city for a flight or to continue your trip. So here are a few routes from Pagosa Springs to Denver, as well as plenty…
I am a big fan of finding free things to do when we travel. We have been to Steamboat so many times and we have really found lots of fun, free activities. From playing at the creek to hiking, we’ve really been able to explore the area. So here are some of the best, most…