Itching to take your kids to Europe but wondering just where you should go? England makes a great jumping off point for any European Vacation. Heck, there’s enough where you don’t have to even venture to the mainland. We have…
5 Tips on Surviving Summer in Phoenix
Phoenix gets incredibly hot over the summer. So hot, you feel like you are walking into a humongous hair dryer just walking from your car to the house (or office or store or what have you). Summer is the time…
Exploring Chicago’s Lakefront and other Outdoor Excursions
Chicago. For all the inclement weather endured during the winter months, the city really shines in the summer. After the last snow has melted, and shovels and gloves are put away, it is time to take out the shorts and…
Kid-Friendly Museums in Chicago
Chicago. The Windy City. Second City. There are so many reasons to visit Chicago. Chicago is a Mid-West City, in more than just location. That “midwestern” philosophy echoes throughout the city. The city that works, it is. There is a lot of History. There…
Pandemic Summer Travel – Take 2!
Well here we are. Getting ready to roll into a second summer in a Pandemic. With states and travel opening up, you may be itching to travel. I know we are. We had wanted to travel across the pond to visit…
Memorial Day Weekend at the Grand Canyon
For many Americans, Memorial Day means the “Unofficial” Official Summer kick off. And with a 3-day weekend, what better way to than to kick off summer with an All American Road Trip Typically for Memorial Day, we hop in the car…
Black Friday Or Maker Friday?
The unofficial national shopping day. Back in the day, stores opened early on FRIDAY. People lined up to get the great deals. Then, stores started opening at midnight Thanksgiving, then 10 pm. Soon, they started opening at 4pm. I have to admit,…
Happy Thanksgiving!
Without a doubt, everything is different this year. From the different variations of school, online or in person but physically distant and shortened days to minimize social time. Working from home. Dining alfresco at 25% capacity. Worried about every cough…
Must-see sights in Washington DC
Washington DC. The Nation’s Capital. This is one city that is chock full of history and reverence for our country. Its no wonder its a destination for field trips for students all across the country. Not just for a school…
4 Tips for Travelling During a Pandemic
If there was a year that we’d want a do-over. 2020 is definitely it. COVID-19 has changed our lives in so many ways. People don’t like change. But to survive, we have to adapt. have to change. In light of…