Winter Family Vacation in Traverse City, Michigan
January 31, 2012 – 8:27 pm |

Weather you’re heading up to Traverse City for next month’s Cherry Capital Winter!Wow Fest or you want to see why Good Morning America recently ranked the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore the most beautiful place …

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Winter Family Vacation in Traverse City, Michigan
January 31, 2012 – 8:27 pm |
Winter Family Vacation in Traverse City, Michigan

Weather you’re heading up to Traverse City for next month’s Cherry Capital Winter!Wow Fest or you want to see why Good Morning America recently ranked the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore the most beautiful place …

Saving Money in Chicago
November 13, 2011 – 8:48 pm |
Saving Money in Chicago

To live in the Midwest and have never experienced the culture, food, architecture, diversity, and entertainment that is Chicago is a sad thing indeed. For many of us quite comfortable in the regional cost of …

Pit-Stop At Pittsburgh’s Duquesne Incline
October 24, 2011 – 6:17 am |
Pit-Stop At Pittsburgh’s Duquesne Incline

Today’s guest post is submitted by Shannon Entin, traveling, homeschooling mom on the pursuit of happiness. Visit Shannon’s new travel blog, 100 Routes Across America.
For less than $5 per person, the Duquesne Incline is a …

Stay and Play at Ohio State Park Lodges
October 5, 2011 – 1:56 pm |
Stay and Play at Ohio State Park Lodges

Joining with a handful of states allowing free access to their entire State Park system, residents of and visitors to Ohio are encouraged to hike, bike, boat, camp, and play their way across a sizable …

Chicago Southland: Family Vacation Just Beyond the City Limits
August 3, 2011 – 6:00 am |
Chicago Southland: Family Vacation Just Beyond the City Limits

Residents of Wisconsin who call Michigan home, we regularly pass through one of the most beloved cities in the world for food, festivals, art, and culture: Chicago. Marveling at the skyline, bright lights, and urban …

Canadian Adventure Road Trip: Edmonton and Jasper National Park, Alberta
July 29, 2011 – 7:30 am |
Canadian Adventure Road Trip: Edmonton and Jasper National Park, Alberta

Don’t forget Alberta when you plan a family road trip. Edmonton and Jasper National Park make a scenic road trip through the Canadian Rockies and the whole family will find something exciting to write home about.

Young at Heart Family Vacations in Branson, Missouri
July 6, 2011 – 5:40 pm |
Young at Heart Family Vacations in Branson, Missouri

Finding the the perfect venue for a multi-generational family road trip is no small feat. Read why our first choice this summer vacation was Branson, Missouri.

Guest Post: 10 Things You Don’t Know About Alaska
May 9, 2011 – 7:25 am |
Guest Post: 10 Things You Don’t Know About Alaska

Taking a road trip to Alaska? We asked the expert editors at The MILEPOST to give us some little known facts and tips about driving to Alaska with the family.

Our National Parks – There’s More Than You Think
April 20, 2011 – 6:52 am |
Our National Parks – There’s More Than You Think

When folks think of national parks, images of Yellowstone (or Jellystone, for that matter) and Yosemite come quickly to mind. These are the quintessential parks, offering campgrounds, trails for hiking, stunning roadside scenery, and places to unload your picnic basket. (Ain’t that right, Boo Boo?) But the National Park Service oversees many different kinds of sites—from National Monuments to National Seashores.

Minneapolis Metro with Kids: My Picks
March 30, 2011 – 4:00 pm |
Minneapolis Metro with Kids: My Picks

Residents of the Twin Cities for nearly six years, we traveled to all corners of Minneapolis/St. Paul on a quest for kid-friendly fun. Behold, our picks for Minneapolis metro with kids in tow!

Guest Post:Top 5 FREE Things to Do in Tulsa with Kids
March 28, 2011 – 3:00 am |
Guest Post:Top 5 FREE Things to Do in Tulsa with Kids

Tulsa, Oklahoma’s second largest city is, is known for music, history, and industry. Families traveling to Tulsa on a budget will enjoy these top five FREE venues in the Oil Capital of the World.

Colorado Springs: In Any Weather
March 10, 2011 – 7:00 am |
Colorado Springs: In Any Weather

The Pikes Peak region, which includes Colorado Springs and Manitou Springs, beckons to travelers. For many, Colorado Springs is what they expected to find in Denver—a city tucked into the foothills, right smack up against the mountains. We’ve divvied our itinerary, separating outdoor activities for sunny days from ways to escape nature’s fickle nature.

Family Vacation Spring Break in New England
March 2, 2011 – 6:00 am |
Family Vacation Spring Break in New England

Spring is rounding the bend and before the daffodils bloom, it’s time to plan for spring break vacation. Instead of a trip to the beach this year, consider spring specials in an off-season vacation to New England.

Guest Post: Michigan’s Little Bavaria
March 1, 2011 – 8:45 am |
Guest Post: Michigan’s Little Bavaria

The city of Frankenmuth welcomes visitors to Michigan with Bavarian hospitality and an array of options for enjoyable family-friendly activities. Situated on the winding Cass River, this friendly little town boasts German heritage in its culture, cuisine, and architecture. It’s an easy 90 minute drive from Detroit, Lansing, or Port Huron.

Go to Shell at The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum on Sanibel Island, Florida
February 11, 2011 – 8:59 am |
Go to Shell at The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum on Sanibel Island, Florida

The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum on Sanibel Island, Florida is a must-see stop on your next family road trip. With engaging exhibits and sea life encounters, the admission price less is than the cost of going to the movies.

Next Stop, Cleveland!
January 17, 2011 – 4:22 pm |
Next Stop, Cleveland!

Back in November, we made a weekend trek to Cleveland, one of the Midwest’s least sung treasures. Located on the mighty Cuyahoga River in northern Ohio, Cleveland is firmly planted in the country’s Rust Belt. But don’t let that stir in your mind images of burned-out warehouses and abandoned factories. Sure, there’s some of that, but the only thing my family had to say after a weekend of great food, music, and museums was “When can we go back?”

Wilderness Territory, Wisconsin Dells
November 18, 2010 – 6:00 am |
Wilderness Territory, Wisconsin Dells

Keeping the summer going all winter long, the Wisconsin Dells is the Midwest’s #1 tourist destination, and TripAdvisor recently ranked it America’s top family destination, and third in the world. Road Trips for Families visited the Wilderness resort and got a lot wet and a little wild!

Holiday Card Road Trip to Santa Claus, Indiana
November 10, 2010 – 4:35 pm |
Holiday Card Road Trip to Santa Claus, Indiana

Are your holiday cards addressed and ready to mail? Consider taking a road trip to Santa Claus, Indiana to send them. This small-town post office is the only one in the world with the Santa Claus name and receives over 400,000 pieces of mail in December. The Santa Claus Post Office has offered a special “picture postmark” every holiday season since 1983.

Top 10: Michigan Apple Orchards & Cider Mills
October 22, 2010 – 9:04 am |
Top 10: Michigan Apple Orchards & Cider Mills

In autumn, families like to get outside to catch hold of the last few warm moments before the sun follows the snowbirds south. While apples are at the heart of the fun, cider and doughnuts (cinnamon and sugar, please) are the real draw. So much so, many places forgo the orchard altogether and just sell the essentials, pressing their own cider and cranking up the doughnut machine. Here are our picks for the top ten apple orchards and cider mills in the state of Michigan.

Finding Hidden Treasure on Amelia Island
October 4, 2010 – 7:19 am |
Finding Hidden Treasure on Amelia Island

Amelia Island, a barrier island in northeast Florida, is full of natural beauty, pristine beaches, and upscale resorts next to charming inns. Families can participate in the island-wide geocaching challenge, or just play pirate for an entire weekend in this adventure-filled vacation destination.