The following review is submitted by Kristen Levithan of the blog Motherese. The brand new Little Buckeye Children’s Museum in Mansfield, Ohio, offers young kids a terrific space for creative play. Set up in a number of open-ended exhibits, the … [Read more...]
Na Aina Kai: fun for kids in the ‘garden isle’ of Kauai
November 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Kauai is often called the “Garden Isle” of Hawaii, and nowhere is this more apparent than at the Na Aina Kai botanical gardens. Nestled in a residential neighborhood not far from the eco-bed and breakfast North Country Farms, the gardens include … [Read more...]
The MaiZe at the Pumpkin Patch
October 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment
A fun outing for kids of all ages, the MaiZe at The Pumpkin Patch consists of acres of twisting, turning stalks that kept our group of kids entertained (and lost!) for nearly an hour. Located on picturesque Sauvie Island about 10 minutes from … [Read more...]
Wildlife Images, Grants Pass OR
October 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment
A Southern Oregon gem, Wildlife Images is an animal rehabilitation center located off I-5 near Grants Pass. If you have an animal lover in your car, this is a pit stop that's not to be missed! Open year round, the facility is beautiful, peaceful, and … [Read more...]
Colonial Williamsburg with kids
October 14, 2011 By 2 Comments
As a self-proclaimed history-reenactment nerd, I love Virginia's Colonial Williamsburg. It's a family-friendly tourist destination while still being a highly valuable cultural lesson for kids and adults alike, and it's close in proximity to even … [Read more...]
Little People, Big World’s Roloff Farms
October 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
If you're a fan of the TLC program "Little People, Big World", you'll want to make a stop off I-5 this fall season to tour Matt Roloff's very own family travel destination, The Roloff Farms, which he opened to the public earlier this month (to remain … [Read more...]
The Oregon Vortex and House of Mystery
October 6, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The Oregon Vortex, location of the House of Mystery is described as a natural wonder. A spherical field of force half above the ground and half below the ground, it amazes both kids and scientists alike. A guide takes visitors on a tour … [Read more...]
Krupka’s Blueberry Plantation
September 23, 2011 By 1 Comment
The following pit stop is submitted by Jessie Voigts of WanderingEducators.com. Krupka's Blueberries is located in the resort lakeside town of Saugatuck, Michigan, and makes for a nice day trip if staying in the area or a pit stop if driving … [Read more...]
The Minnesota Zoo
September 19, 2011 By 2 Comments
The following pit stop submitted by Jessie Voigts of WanderingEducators.com. Located off 35E and Highway 77 in Apple Valley (just south of Minneapolis), the Minnesota Zoo is a destination in and of itself. The Zoo has both indoor and outdoor … [Read more...]
Polar Caves Park
September 15, 2011 By 2 Comments
My favorite stop during our family trip through the New Hampshire lakes district was the Polar Caves Park in Rumney, New Hampshire. I admit I was skeptical at first: the park looks a little funky with giant (and somewhat weather-worn) polar … [Read more...]
