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

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 winter getaway ... Read More

After my third gas station stop that day, they all started to blend together. One fuzzy memory of sketchy bathrooms and the smell of corn nuts. Plus, my kids constantly begging for candy or a slushie or some other ridiculous purchase. And while I am so thankful for all those blessed blue interstate service signs that have saved us more than once from a total hangry meltdown ... Read More