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How to Plan Your Family Vacation in One Hour

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Going on vacation is lots of fun. But let's face it, planning a trip can be a lot of work, and when you're trying to tackle all the laundry and manage your kids' schedules it can easily fall to the bottom of the list or become a task that you begrudgingly tackle. When you finally do get ready to plan, you begin by typing your destination into Google. Hundreds of search ... Read More

Mini Golf at the Indianapolis Museum Of Art

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Thanks to Indianapolis Museum of Art for hosting us. For more details, please see my disclosure policy. Summer's here and you might be looking for some ways to entertain your kids while also sneaking in a bit of learning. Whether you're a local resident or visiting Indianapolis for a family vacation, consider adding the Indianapolis Museum of Art's mini golf course to your ... Read More

Hidden Gems in Indiana for Families

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Need some new adventures for your family? Check out some of these hidden gems all over Indiana. Whether you're looking for some time outdoors, kid-friendly activities, or a unique museum, all of these are just a few hours from home and provide a great excuse to go explore. Hopefully these great posts from fellow family travel bloggers help inspire a new mini-adventure and ... Read More

How to Get Kids to Sleep in Hotel Rooms When You Travel

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The worst hour (or sometimes 2-3 hours) of a vacation is when you have to get your kids to sleep in the hotel room. It's usually at the end of a long and busy day of travel or exploring. Your kids, who a few minutes ago were "too tired to walk", suddenly have the energy of a race horse and can't seem to settle down. We've all been there, desperately trying to get our ... Read More

Family Hiking in Indiana: McCormick’s Creek State Park

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Are you anxious to take advantage of the spring weather? Got antsy little ones who need some fresh air? If you're looking for family-friendly hiking and a ton of great ways to explore then you need to head to south central Indiana. Located just over an hour southwest of Indianapolis and just 30 minutes from Bloomington, McCormick's Creek State Park is Indiana's oldest ... Read More