With an extra day off for Presidents' Day Weekend we planned a quick 2 night getaway to Columbus, OH last month. It's centrally located just a few hours from several cities and is the perfect quick family getaway weekend in the Midwest. We totally lucked out with crazy spring-like weather in February but even if you're visiting in the cold, there is so much to do. Here's my ... Read More
Take the Stress Out of Planning a Disney Vacation
Let’s face it, a vacation to Disney is a big investment and if you don’t take the time to know how the massive world of Disney works, you can be in for a shock. If the idea of planning things out months in advance and researching for hours leaves you in a less than magical mood, I have some great news for you! You don't have to do it all by yourself! Sure, you can try and ... Read More
National Museum of the US Air Force in Dayton, OH
Photo Credit Located just off I-70 in Dayton, OH is the National Museum of the US Air Force. We stopped recently on our way back from Columbus, OH and I honestly wasn't expecting much other than a place to stretch our legs for a few hours on our drive home. But man, was I blown away by how impressive this museum is. There are at least four enormous airplane hangers full of ... Read More
Best Family Travel Games (that can also be played at home)
Our family loves to play board games at home and I frequently pull them out when I need a quick activity to do with my kids. Games promote social-emotional development and lots of reasoning and language skills so I love it when we can work on those skills through play. Many traditional board games involve a large box and lots of little pieces, making them less than ideal for ... Read More
Things To Know Before You Go: Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
We're pretty darn lucky to live just a few miles from one of the largest children's museums in the world. It really is a huge attraction and whether you have a membership as a local or you are coming for a vacation, it can be a little overwhelming. I've put together my top ten things you need to know in order to come prepared and make your trip a success. Trust me, if you've ... Read More