We’ve visited Washington DC several times over the past years but this summer is the first time we’ve been to National Harbor. Located along the Potomac River less than 15 miles from the Monuments and Memorials, the National Harbor is a great place for family fun! This post includes affiliate links. Things to Know about…
When we are out on family road trips, we need a dependable place to sleep where the family can have enough space to get some good rest. We spend a lot of time together in the van, so at night it’s time to spread out and relax. The SpringHill Suites Marriott in Roanoke, Virginia was…
Visiting a zoo can be one of the most amazing experiences for kids and adults as well. Being able to be up close with elephants, kangaroos and zebras is just the kind of thing you don’t get at your local playground or library storytime. But the price of admission can be pretty steep for many…
We have explored many historic places in the United States. We have visited Mount Vernon, Monticello, Mount Rushmore and Independence Hall in Philadelphia and now this summer we finally got to visit historic Colonial Williamsburg, a living history museum that spans an entire city area about 2 1/2 hours south of Washington DC. If you…
We have visited Roanoke, Virginia many times in the last few years. Roanoke is the perfect stopping place on the way to Washington, DC. There are so many great things to see and experience in Roanoke. On our most recent stop, we enjoyed supper at a great little place called The Green Goat. This post…
Do you love ships, boats and naval history? The Mariner’s Museum and Park connects people to the world’s waters because that is how we are connected to one another. This is a great place to walk through nautical history whether you are a sailor, ‘landlubber’ or history buff. Plan to spend at least several hours…
The Corn Palace is a folk art wonder that attracts thousands of visitors each year and is a standard road stop for every traveler driving from Rapid City to Sioux Falls. Built in 1892, this state highlight has been attracting visitors and offering new themes each year. When we started planning our trip across South…
Planning a visit to Newport News, Virginia? One of the top attractions that needs to be on your bucket list is the Peninsula Fine Arts Center. Right now they are hosting a traveling Toy Exhibition that is absolutely amazing. But if you want to experience this, you don’t have long! It’s only available until September…
It’s back to school season! Teenagers are starting high school and are dreaming about the big adventures that are just around the corner. If you are looking for some gift suggestions or back to school ideas for high school girls, I’ve got you covered! Teen girls are really not hard to shop for if you…