Family Fun at Turtle River State Park: A Delightful Adventure for Young Kids

Turtle River State Park, a natural gem in North Dakota, offers families with young kids the perfect opportunity to explore the great outdoors and create lasting memories. Nestled in the serene woodlands, the park features a diverse array of activities and amenities designed to engage and entertain children of all ages. Read on to discover…

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Calle Olvera: A Vibrant Slice of Mexico in the Heart of Los Angeles

Calle Olvera, or Olvera Street, often referred to as “the birthplace of Los Angeles,” is a vibrant and culturally rich destination located in the heart of downtown LA. Known as “La Placita Olvera” or “El Pueblo de Los Angeles,” this historic district takes you on a journey back in time to the city’s Spanish and…

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5 Fantastic Family Day Trips Near Edwards Air Force Base

The area surrounding Edwards Air Force Base offers a wealth of family-friendly day trip destinations. Whether you’re seeking outdoor adventures, historical sites, or educational experiences, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Naturwildpark Freisen

Naturwildpark Freisen (which translates near exactly how it sounds, natural wildlife park in Freisen) was one of those trips where it was a beautiful summer day, and we just wanted to get outside and enjoy the weather. One of my friends had mentioned that she took her son, who is about the same age as my…

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Pula, Croatia

For my birthday this year, we decided that we wanted to head to a beach. The closest beach to us (within driving distance) is in the Netherlands. As much as I love the Netherlands, the water was still much too cold for my liking, even in early June. We found some affordable tickets on Ryanair to…

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Italy: Rome, the Vatican, and Tips for Bringing Babies

I’ll preface this with the fact that we went and saw many things that most people who go to Rome and the Vatican see; the colosseum, the Sistine chapel, the Basilica, etc. So I’ll keep this post short since there isn’t much use going over the same thing multiple times! We were in Rome for two full days…

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Amsterdam: The Red Light District

Let me start off by saying, I absolutely love Amsterdam. I think it reminds me very much of my hometown Portland, OR except even bigger, with even more bikes! I’m sure that many people have written about the famous (infamous?) Red Light District so I’ll keep this post short. Word on the street is that…

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