Miscellaneous Destinations

Puerto Rico can be a fantastic option for a warm-weather family vacation. It’s a short (often direct) flight from many United States destinations, and those traveling from the United States won’t need a passport. The tropical location means it often has warm weather – a welcome change for anyone traveling from a cold-weather destination in …

Costa Rica, located in Central America, is a popular vacation destination, especially for families with older kids. Not only is it a beautiful country, with so much to see, but it also offers exciting adventure activities that teens will especially enjoy. There’s something for everyone in Costa Rica. However, figuring out where to go during …

Costa Rica, located in Central America, is a fantastic option for a family vacation. It’s generally easier to access than Europe, with time zones similar to those in the United States. There are also many different activities, including adventurous and outdoor activities. This past summer, we enjoyed a week in Costa Rica on a guided …

In the summer months, a beach vacation can be the perfect option for your family. Once you arrive, you won’t have to spend too much money on attraction admission – especially for a free public beach. In addition, many beach communities offer great family restaurants where you can enjoy a meal after a long day …

I absolutely love the beach, and nostalgic beach communities are among my favorites. There’s something about dipping my toes in the sand, walking around a quaint town, and getting a soft-serve ice cream cone after dinner. I was recently able to explore Bethany Beach Delaware (for the first time!) – and spent my time at …

As my kids get older, it becomes more challenging to find long periods of time when we can get away for family vacations. Weekends and school vacations have become filled with sports, school activities, theater, and more. Day trips and quick weekend getaways are sometimes the best way to explore a new area on vacation …