Photography by Terry Zinn In late fall of last year, I had a delightful and fun filled December weekend in Grapevine, Texas, during their Christmas Celebration. You know Grapevine is the Christmas Capitol of Texas, and everything seems to be …
Category: Family Travel
The Other Cape May, New Jersey: A Different and Cheaper Way to Enjoy this Victorian Town by Maureen C. Bruschi
What do U.S. Presidents Buchanan, Grant, Harrison, Pierce and Arthur have in common? These five presidents favored Cape May as a summer retreat when they were in office during the second half of the 19th century. The cordial reception and …
The City of Memories by Nate and Jennifer Manning
When planing for a trip it is completely normal to research everything you can about your destination. You want to know the ins and outs of the entire city. You come up with a plan to see everything and experience …
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Our Journey – A Week in the Life of a Cruising Family by Karl Childs
Day 1: We’re off! Our family of six has left home for our final vacation before our oldest graduates and heads off on his own. Tomorrow, we will embark on a seven night Carnival cruise through the southern Caribbean. We’re …
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Rockin’ in Rock Springs, Wyoming by Robb and Melissa Hoch
My children weren’t exactly thrilled when we announced that we were taking a road trip to Rock Springs, Wyoming. Fortunately there was no mutiny. They became a little interested when we crossed the border into Wyoming and began seeing “Little …
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Boys Only Adventure in Moab by Robb and Melissa Hoch
A few years ago I wrote an article for a local newspaper called “Spending quality time with your kids.” In it, I reviewed some compelling research that such a pursuit produces long-lasting and happy memories for children and is necessary …
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KOA Choice Hospitality in the South by Bonnie and Bill Neely
Bristol/Kingsport, Tennessee, KOA Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains, this is one of the most unique and complete KOA Campgrounds we have discovered yet. It is a beautiful, hilly setting, yet the campsites are flat and well maintained. Your furry …
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Take Me Home – Virginia Country Roads (Part 2) by Perry and Brandi Montoya
In the shadows of the Shenandoah Valley and the Blue Ridge Mountains lies some of the greenest land in the United States of America. Merely flying in over this region was the first treat of the trip. A dear friend …
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Take Me Home – Virginia Country Roads (Part 1) by Perry and Brandi Montoya
John Denver was right. That given, Virginia’s country roads are home to many a happy southerner and to some of the best places to visit any time of the year. Though it isn’t my home nor was I reminded of …
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Take the “Big Apple” Out of The Bucket: How Soon They Grow Up . . . by Perry and Brandi Montoya
She’s dug for crabs on the beaches of the west coast (north and south), she stood wide-eyed as the locals strode and drove up and down Daytona Beach, she’s now positive the Alamo does NOT have a basement, and she …
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