Hand-Picked Favorites For Family Travel
May 16, 2012 – 8:02 am |

Spending more time on the highway than the average American family, we’d like to think we’ve reached a MacGyver-like state for whatever vacation curve ball inevitably comes our way. Whether we’re making our itineraries, packing …

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Feed Me

No fast food or chicken strips. Fun, kid-centered food that the whole family will love.

Geocaching

The best new geocaching events and destinations for your next road trip.

Rockies or Bust 2010

We drive all Top 10 Scenic Drives in the Northern Rockies — in one mega trip!

Tech & Gadgets

Technical Stuff, Toys, Gadgets, GPS Info & more.

Trip Planning

A good road trip takes some planning, here’s the help you need.

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Eat Dessert First near Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
February 28, 2012 – 8:19 pm |
Eat Dessert First near Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

Call it kismet, karma, or fate. Whatever sequence of events lead up to our mid-winter discovery of Confections for Any Occasion by Joel, does it really matter? Embracing the mantra to eat dessert first, once …

Must-See Attractions in Philadelphia
February 19, 2012 – 10:36 pm |
Must-See Attractions in Philadelphia

Philadelphia is one of the most historic cities in the country, and there are plenty of fun, exciting (and even educational) attractions that will make your road trip complete.

Guest Post: Fit for Fun Wellness Program on Muscle Beach
February 17, 2012 – 6:00 am |
Guest Post: Fit for Fun Wellness Program on Muscle Beach

This spring break and summer, families visiting Santa Monica, California will can experience the original Muscle Beach with Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel’s new Fit for Fun wellness program. Blending outdoor activities with a balanced …

RetaiMeNot: Save More and Spend Less on Family Vacation
February 15, 2012 – 7:54 pm |
RetaiMeNot: Save More and Spend Less on Family Vacation

Families trying to stretch a dollar and extend the staycation into a legitimate adventure, are smart to shop for deals, use coupons, and search money-saving websites like RetailMeNot. A popular platform for finding and sharing …

Travel Games for Spring Break Road Trips
February 12, 2012 – 4:41 pm |
Travel Games for Spring Break Road Trips

With spring break around the corner, those of us in winter climates are planning an escape to somewhere different, somewhere warmer, and somewhere with kids in tow. Determined to keep everyone happy and the number …

Travel Makes Me Happy
February 7, 2012 – 6:00 am |
Travel Makes Me Happy

On World Happy Day— February 11, 2012—thousands of people will join together in communities across the globe to experience the film HAPPY and begin their journeys toward healthier and happier lives. Winner of the Audience …

Road Trip: Chicago Auto Show or Bust
February 4, 2012 – 9:37 pm |
Road Trip: Chicago Auto Show or Bust

With the 2012 Chicago Auto Show around the corner (as in THIS week), Road Trips for Families is excited to attend the big event on Thursday, February 9. Dubbed as “Social Media Preview Day,” Thursday …

Feed Me in Traverse City, Michigan
February 2, 2012 – 9:15 pm |
Feed Me in Traverse City, Michigan

On our winter wonderland weekend in Traverse City, Michigan, we had plenty of fresh air and opportunities to burn calories. This made us hungry. Very hungry. To a foodie’s delight, Traverse City supports regional food, …