A vacation in our nation’s capital, especially during peak tourist season in the summer, can prove daunting for first-time visitors. Don’t let the heat and humidity, crowds, or prospect of too much to see and too little time get in the way of what can be an amazing experience.

This is one of the best reasons you should plan a vacation to Madison. It’s a family-friendly destination and will give your kids an authentic college campus experience.

We went from the flat plains of Illinois just that morning to leaving Denver and spotting shadowy peaks lining the horizon, to seemingly suddenly becoming enveloped by those mountains on either side as we drove deeper into Grand County, Colorado. The terrain was different and thrilling and built in us the feeling that this mother-daughter

What about the lodging and dining experiences in the Village at Mammoth Lakes? After a Family Travel with Colleen Kelly filming trip to the area, we’ve got the lowdown below.

St. Louis is a great destination for families because it offers many educational and memorable activities, from art and culture to baseball and brewing. Check out our recommendations for what to do and plan your trip to St. Louis.