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10 Fabulous Screen-Free Toys for Road Trips

Updated February 26th, 2018 Family Travel, Fun with Kids 2 Comments

How will my kids ever sit still and be quiet for that long? I'll never be able to survive with them in the car for all those hours! Keeping your kids entertained in the car might be one of your biggest road trip fears but it shouldn't be the reason that stops you from hitting the road for a family adventure. Sure, you're stuck in the car for lots of time with your crazy ... Read More

Chicago Museums Your Kids Will Love

Updated February 14th, 2018 Family Travel, Midwest Leave a Comment

Chicago is one of my favorite cities and a super kid-friendly place to visit. For many families in the Midwest, it's an easy drive and offers a fantastic big city experience that still feels easy to navigate and full of friendly Midwesterners. No matter what time of year we visit, the city's museums offer tons of fun for kids and parents alike. Here's a list of some of our ... Read More

Avoiding Crowds in Gatlinburg on Your Next Family Vacation

Updated April 24th, 2018 Across the US, Family Travel 4 Comments

Your camera zooms in on the perfect shot. Your kids are all smiling, the pristine waterfall in the background, and as you go to push the shutter button down, you hear the mob burst from trail as the masses arrive, reminding you that you're not the only family that thought this would be a perfect vacation spot. Sound familiar? A beautiful vacation in the Smoky Mountains is ... Read More

How to Save Money on Museums with the ASTC Passport

Updated August 21st, 2018 Across the US, Family Travel, Midwest 12 Comments

We all know how those vacation dollars add up quickly. The flights, the food, the hotels. By the time you've made it to your destination, there might not be much left in the budget. The cost of admission to many attractions can quickly add up, sometimes even approaching the price of another hotel night. Call me crazy, but I'd rather be able to stay longer or take more trips ... Read More

Affordable Family Winter Getaways To Fight Your Cabin Fever

Updated January 9th, 2018 Across the US, Family Travel, Midwest Leave a Comment

You might be starting to feel a little bit of cabin fever. That spring break trip is a long way off and you can only spend so many hours on your couch watching movies with your kids before you start to feel stir crazy. Whether you're saving for a bigger spring break or summer trip or only have a few long weekends to explore, it's nice to have some affordable family winter ... Read More