Our family has traveled to Charlotte, North Carolina, twice in the last year. It’s a short drive from home at two and a half hours, and there’s much to see on the way. We love stopping near the Gaffney...
Atlanta: An Interactive Family Playground
Growing up in Georgia, I remember Atlanta for one thing: the traffic. Thus, I have staunchly avoided visiting Atlanta as a tourist. Turns out, I’ve made a mistake. The drive to Atlanta from South Carolina actually has a lot...
Mother-Daughter Overnight to Asheville, North Carolina
When my daughter was ten, I decided to get ahead of the tween years and begin a new tradition. At the end of each summer, my daughter and I would go on a small-scale, overnight girls’ trip to a...
North Florida Winter Family Road Trip
Florida makes the ideal winter escape: light crowds, mild weather, and there’s so much more than sunbathing and roller coasters. If you’re taking I-95 south during the colder months, you’ll be driving right by Jacksonville and St. Augustine. Both...
St. Augustine, Florida: A Vacation for Everyone
As the mother of a four-year-old son and an eleven-year-old daughter, I find it challenging to determine a perfect destination for our family. My son loves the outdoors, while my daughter is an AC kind of girl who loves...
Sleep in Unique Homes: How to Plan the Coolest & Craziest Family Road Trip
Picture this: You’re on a road trip with your family, hitting town after town in state after state. Every night, you tell your kids to close their eyes before you unveil the wacky place they’ll be sleeping in tonight....
5 Must-See Taos, New Mexico Road Trip Destinations
Time seems to pass slower when you’re in Taos, New Mexico, and it’s not just your imagination. Locals run on what is known as “Taos Time,” meaning that no one’s ever in a hurry. Open skies and sweeping vistas...
Side Trips in Annapolis, Maryland
There are so many opportunities for side trips in Annapolis, Maryland. Annapolis is a great jumping off spot for forays to the more rural area south of the city. Take this opportunity to visit the picturesque rivers and creeks...