Bits of Ireland’s incredible driving route are likely familiar to those researching a vacation, but some of these highlights of Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way are truly secrets to many visitors to the Emerald Isle. Family-Friendly Highlights Along the World’s Longest Signposted Driving Route published by Minitime Stretching over 2500 kilometers along Ireland’s sometimes stark, always […]
Dublin with Kids
I’m going to be honest – I wasn’t a big fan of Dublin when my daughters were young. But now that they can enjoy the city’s history, architecture, and experiences, a few days in Dublin is a terrific addition to an Ireland family vacation! A Family’s Guide to Dublin, Ireland published by Minitime The majority of […]
Exploring one of Iowa’s ‘Forgotten’ State Parks
My family didn’t do a lot of traveling when I was growing up – and we weren’t campers. But we did enjoy quite a bit of Iowa’s great outdoors. Some of my best childhood memories took place at what I think of now as one of Iowa’s ‘Forgotten’ State Parks: 9 Eagles State Park in […]
Tips for an Ireland Family Vacation
It’s always so nice to be considered an expert in a topic you are passionate about. How to create a magical Ireland family vacation is that topic for me, so I was honored to be interviewed by Michelle Donaghue, a contributor at Well Traveled Kids. Michelle had found my site Ireland Family Vacations as she […]
A Visit to Long Grove Confectionery is Like Finding a Golden Ticket
“I never had a chance to shine, Never a happy song to sing, But suddenly half the world is mine What an amazing thing—‘Cause I’ve got a golden ticket!” When Charlie finds the Golden Ticket, every child imagines changing places with him for even just a moment to peek into Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory! Fortunately, […]
Drivable Destinations in the Midwest | Midwest Family Vacations
Spring and summer travel are on the minds of many here in the Midwest as we battle cabin fever and cold snaps. I’ve had a chance to remember quite a few of the places we’ve visited and the fun we’ve had as I’ve been writing reviews for MiniTime, a new travel resource for families. Think […]
Things I Wish I had Known Before Visiting the Field Museum
The Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago has earned its reputation as one of the country’s greatest museums- and rightfully so. But there are just a few things I wish I had known before we visited. Tips for Buying Your Tickets at the Field Museum We visited the Field Museum on a sunny Saturday […]