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Glamping is Calling My Name!

Enjoy the great outdoors without sacrificing comfort and convenience You might not guess it by looking at me, but I was a Campfire Girl when I was little. I cherish my great memories of camping, singing songs around the fire and roasting hotdogs with my scout leader. Back then, I didn’t think twice about snoozing

Tips for an Amazing Family Adventure in Muskegon, Michigan

Three hours from Chicago resides the hidden gem of Muskegon, Michigan. Located on Michigan’s west coast, this lakeside city is an ideal spot for your next family vacation. With plenty of dining, marine experiences, museums and, of course, Michigan’s largest theme park and water park, you and your family will find plenty of activities to

Cleveland: A Rockin’ Family Destination

Looking for a rockin’ good time for your next family destination? Look no further than Cleveland! Located on the Southern shore of Lake Erie, Cleveland is Ohio’s second largest city. Once known primarily for its manufacturing and industry, Cleveland has reinvented itself as a great family destination. From sports lovers to music lovers, this city

7 Packing Tips for a Better Vacation

Whether you choose to travel by bus, car, ship, or plane, the hassle of packing is unavoidable. Before you begin to stress about your luggage, check out our packing tips for a better vacation. 1. Don’t over pack! Unless you are traveling somewhere with no commercial shopping, there is no need to bring every piece

Six Last-Minute Summer Road Trips from Chicago

There comes a time in everyone’s life where they look at the calendar and instantly think, “Where has the summer gone?!”. After months of dreaming about beaches, lazy days, and family vacations, it seems that summer goes by faster each year. But here’s the good news: It’s not over yet! There’s still time to pack

Where to Play in the Florida Keys: Dolphin Connection

Dolphin Connection 61 Hawks Cay Boulevard, Duck Key, FL 888-251-3674 https://www.hawkscay.com/experience/dolphin-connection-florida-keys Hawks Cay’s Dolphin Connection program provided Colleen and the girls with an experience of a lifetime when they met and swam with multiple Atlantic bottlenose dolphins! Swimming and interacting with these unique mammals in their natural marine environment was a great way to learn

Family bonding in Lake Geneva: thrilling zip line adventure, lakeside luxury and a touch of nostalgia

My family and I recently had the opportunity to get out of our comfort zone in a 100-acre forest surrounding Lake Geneva, Wisconsin – and I mean WAY out of our comfort zone, as in racing across a 1,200-foot zip line suspended 65 feet above the ground at speeds of up to 45 miles per

A ‘Country Club in the Woods’ in Picturesque Kohler, Wisconsin

In Kohler, Wisconsin, you can explore a trail that meanders through a lush forest and alongside the Sheboygan River – either on horseback or on foot – then enjoy a gourmet dinner in a candle-lit log cabin nestled in the woods. That’s my idea of a perfect day. If you agree, you must make the

Beyond the Hotdog: Get Adventurous at the Ballpark with our Five Favorite Menu Items

Major League Baseball stadiums have really stepped up their food game. There’s still about a month left of regular season baseball, so head out to cheer on your local team and get adventurous with your dining choices! Here are five of our favorite offerings.