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6 Spring Break Getaways for Your Family

By Jody Halsted February 20, 2018

6 Spring Break Getaways for Your Family

This post contains affiliate links and a product review. Please know that I only share products that I personally use and really like. Purchases made through this website do not cost you extra, but they do help support the maintenance of Family Rambling. With cabin fever really beginning to set in, it’s no wonder that many families […]

14 Comments · Filed Under: Eastern US, Family Travel, Midwest, South, Travel, USA, Western US · Tagged With: Boston, Fun for Kids, Massachusetts, St. Louis, Texas, Travel Resources

Choosing Luggage for Family Travel

By Jody Halsted July 20, 2016

Choosing Luggage for Family Travel

If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you have probably realized that I believe the key to successful trips is proper preparation and organization, with a dash of resourcefulness – and the choosing the right luggage for family travel can make or break a trip if plans go awry.  From overbooked flights to lost reservations to […]

1 Comment · Filed Under: Packing Tips, Recommended Travel Products, Travel Resources · Tagged With: handy tips, Packing, products, Travel Resources

Fort Worth’s Wonderful, Walk-able, Cultural District

By Jody Halsted January 5, 2016

Fort Worth’s Wonderful, Walk-able, Cultural District

A family vacation is the perfect opportunity to get your kids to accept culture.  Where they may balk at visiting an art museum in their hometown, family travel sets a new stage for them to explore, and even welcome, new experiences in new locations. The Fort Worth Cultural District is the perfect place for families […]

4 Comments · Filed Under: Family Travel, USA · Tagged With: entertainment, Fun for Kids, history, Texas, Travel Resources

Family-Friendly Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley

By Sarah Vernetti November 19, 2013

Family-Friendly Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley

Prior to my visit, any mention of Palm Springs, California conjured up images of Hollywood starlets, pristine golf courses, and poshly appointed spas. However, I discovered that Palm Springs has plenty to offer families too. Looking for a unique trip idea for your family? Now is the perfect time to escape winter and head to […]

Leave a Comment · Filed Under: USA, Western US · Tagged With: California, desert, Fun for Kids, Palm Springs, Travel Resources, zoo

Hot Rolls! Dining at Lambert’s – #IGTravelThursday

By Jody Halsted November 14, 2013

Hot Rolls! Dining at Lambert’s – #IGTravelThursday

It is rare for us to pass through southern Missouri and not stop at Lambert’s. At the ‘Home of Throwed Rolls’, you are ensured to leave full and happy. Dining at Lambert’s – a Photo Essay Then there’s the “throwed rolls” thing…  As soon as you hear “hot rolls!”, heads turn and hands go up. […]

11 Comments · Filed Under: Midwest, Missouri, USA · Tagged With: eating, Food and Restaurants, Fun for Kids, Missouri, Travel Resources

Of Kids and Waterparks

By Jody Halsted August 20, 2013

Of Kids and Waterparks

Back before we had kids, my husband and I took his 11-year-old nephew on a road trip through South Dakota, Wyoming and Montana.  We saw incredible sights…  Devils Tower, Little Big Horn, Mount Rushmore, Wall Drug…  but his favorite part of the trip?  The hotel swimming pools. Really??? Doug and I were astounded and were […]

Leave a Comment · Filed Under: hotel, Hotels and Lodging, Midwest, Minnesota, Resort, South, Texas, Wisconsin · Tagged With: Fun for Kids, hotels, Minnesota, Texas, Travel Resources, waterparks, Wisconsin Dells

Kids Fill Lincoln’s Shoes at Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

By Melissa Schwartz June 25, 2013

Kids Fill Lincoln’s Shoes at Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

Who says family travel can’t be fun and educational?   Abraham Lincoln has some big shoes to fill! To young children, he must especially appear larger than life. The Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial in Lincoln City, Indiana makes Lincoln more relatable to children by bringing his childhood to life. On a recent visit, my daughter […]

Leave a Comment · Filed Under: USA · Tagged With: Abraham Lincoln, Fun for Kids, history, Indiana, Travel Resources, US Presidents

Ireland’s Historic Science Centre at Birr Castle in Ireland

By Jody Halsted April 16, 2013

Ireland’s Historic Science Centre at Birr Castle in Ireland

When people think of visiting Ireland it is for the dramatic landscapes and castles.  If history is considered, it has more to do with ruins than science.  Few people realize how many scientific discoveries were made in Ireland… many of them at Birr Castle in County Offaly. Housed in the estates converted stables is Ireland’s Historic Science […]

Leave a Comment · Filed Under: Ireland · Tagged With: Children's Museum, Fun for Kids, history, Ireland, science museum, Travel Resources

National Parks You Should Visit

By Jody Halsted April 11, 2013

National Parks You Should Visit

What National Parks do you have on your bucket list?  Yellowstone?  The Grand Canyon?  Maybe Arches?  All amazing family travel destinations. Did you know that there are 59 National Parks across the US?  With parks across the country, it’s easy to find a great National Park to visit for a weekend or an extended family […]

Leave a Comment · Filed Under: Clips, Midwest, National Parks, South, Texas, USA · Tagged With: Fun for Kids, Hiking, National Parks, Travel Resources, US travel

Tips for Choosing Airport Hotels

By Jody Halsted March 30, 2010

Tips for Choosing Airport Hotels

Sometimes it’s unavoidable; due to an early flight time or a late arrival you have no choice but to stay in a hotel. I find this happening more and more as flights from our “home” airport are climbing due to fewer flights and deals from competing airports two to three hours away are enticing us […]

2 Comments · Filed Under: Travel Resources · Tagged With: handy tips, Travel Resources

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