It's been years since we've ventured any further north than Anaheim in search of theme parks during our annual vacation to Southern California, so in late July, we braved the commute up I-5 from Orange County to Los Angeles to revisit Universal … [Read more...]
Five great coastal campgrounds for families
May 18, 2011 By 2 Comments
Summer's almost here, and one of our favorite ways to spend it is camping. Family camping is economical, easy to plan, and often close to home! Since the perfect summer family vacation usually includes sun, sand, and surf, Pit Stops for Kids has … [Read more...]
Gimme a P! Gimme an I! Gimme a T! Gimme a…you get the idea.
April 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Have you visited Wendy Perrin's travel blog, the Perrin Post recently? The Conde Nast Traveler guru (my words, not hers) has issued a call for family travel tips (A-Z) from experienced family travelers everywhere. Not only does entering allow you to … [Read more...]
Stanton Park, Douglas County Oregon
April 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment
This review of Stanton Park has been submitted by Pit Stops for Kids reader, Anne. A regional park that is good for an hour's respite from the car, the Stanton Park in Douglas County, Oregon has a day use area with a nice playground and big grassy … [Read more...]
Great Wolf Lodge water safety: why you don’t need to worry
April 10, 2011 By 1 Comment
As a family travel expert, I've experienced many family resorts with my kids, and can sum up Great Wolf Lodge's water park safety measures in one word: impressive. During our recent stay at the Grand Mound location, we enjoyed the water park under … [Read more...]
Douglas County Museum, Roseburg OR
April 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
This review of Douglas County Museum has been submitted by Pit Stops for Kids reader, Anne. The Douglas County Museum in Roseburg, OR (123 Museum Drive) is a full-scale, quality museum in a small town. Its exhibits detail the Umpqua Valley history … [Read more...]
San Diego Zoo
March 30, 2011 By Leave a Comment
A San Diego institution and for good reason, the San Diego Zoo offers visiting and local families alike an escape from the city into an extensive and beautifully maintained animal kingdom. If San Diego is your family's vacation destination, you won't … [Read more...]
SeaWorld San Diego
March 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
SeaWorld San Diego has long been a San Diego landmark, and for good reason. Every time we visit, we're amazed anew at how much the park offers and how enjoyable a day it provides. I don't know why we're surprised! We've been taking our kids almost … [Read more...]
Ashland Centennial Ice Skating Rink
December 18, 2010 By Leave a Comment
If you'll be traveling along I-5 this holiday season, you'll need a festive place to stop and let the kids play. Our pick: Ashland Oregon's Centennial Ice Skating Rink, located outdoors adjacent to lovely Lithia Park. Located near the … [Read more...]
Seven Oaks Farm
October 11, 2010 By 2 Comments
5504 Rogue Valley Hwy Central Point, OR If you're driving along I-5 through Southern Oregon in October or November, the place to stop is Seven Oaks Farm, just outside of Central Point. The Country Store is open every weekday (and Saturdays), as … [Read more...]
