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  • Kids enjoying a skiff ride on an UnCruise Adventure in Alaska
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    How To Get Your Kids Off Phones and Learning About Nature

    ByEileen Ogintz July 27, 2023July 27, 2023

    Consider the unique Kids in Nature, Glaciers & Wildlife Family Explorer trips in Alaska. Explore rarely seen parts of Glacier Bay Nat Park

    Read More How To Get Your Kids Off Phones and Learning About NatureContinue

  • Riding the rapids on the Main Salmon river with OARS
    Travel Diaries | Destinations | Families & Groups | Parks & Outdoors | Salmon River Rafting 2023 | Volunteer & Service

    Rafting the Main Salmon River in Idaho with a diverse group of adventurers

    ByEileen Ogintz July 26, 2023July 26, 2023

    There are 22 of us on this adventure. Most have rafted before. We range from 30- to 70-somethings. The group includes five former guides

    Read More Rafting the Main Salmon River in Idaho with a diverse group of adventurersContinue

  • Hiking with Melissa Soltesz from White Pine Touring and her dog Foxy
    Families & Groups | Destinations | Food and Dining | Lodging | Parks & Outdoors | Travel Diaries

    Park City UT in Summer Offers Plenty of Outdoor Activities Plus Great Dining and Shopping

    ByEileen Ogintz July 26, 2023December 26, 2023

    The Chateaux is a place where you can have a luxe hotel room or a four-bedroom unit with shuttles to Park City’s historic Main Street

    Read More Park City UT in Summer Offers Plenty of Outdoor Activities Plus Great Dining and ShoppingContinue

  • Snow King Mountain Resort in summer
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    Jackson WY in summer – Good Eats, Good Sleep, Plenty of Family Activities

    ByEileen Ogintz July 25, 2023December 26, 2023

    Jackson Hole is souvenir central, with everything from tee shirts and hoodies to cowboy hats and boots to fine Western Art

    Read More Jackson WY in summer – Good Eats, Good Sleep, Plenty of Family ActivitiesContinue

  • pool area at The Sebastian Vail
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    Who knew Vail CO could be a value destination for families?

    ByAndy Yemma July 20, 2023November 10, 2025

    Summer rates begin at $159 and there are plenty of free activities as well as memory-making adventures at the top of the mountain

    Read More Who knew Vail CO could be a value destination for families?Continue

  • A very unique hike with pair of llamas in Wyoming
    Parks & Outdoors | Destinations | Families & Groups | Travel Diaries | Wyoming Ranches 2024

    A very unique hike with pair of llamas in Wyoming

    ByEileen Ogintz July 13, 2023June 18, 2024

    Brush Creek Ranch has added llama experiences this summer. They are increasingly popular for backpackers in the mountainous states

    Read More A very unique hike with pair of llamas in WyomingContinue

  • The greenhouses at Brush Creek Ranch in the evening
    Travel Diaries | Destinations | Families & Groups | Food and Dining | Lodging | Parks & Outdoors | Volunteer & Service

    Most of the delicious food at Brush Creek Ranch is homegrown

    ByEileen Ogintz July 13, 2023June 18, 2024

    Most everything will be used at the ranch restaurants; some at local farmers markets and restaurants. The rest will be consumed by the goats

    Read More Most of the delicious food at Brush Creek Ranch is homegrownContinue

  • Souvenir shop atMission Beach in San Diego CA
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    Inflation is squeezing summer vacations but don’t give up!

    ByEileen Ogintz July 13, 2023February 12, 2024

    I’m talking about the always difficult conversation about vacation finances and how much the kids can spend on souvenirs and snacks

    Read More Inflation is squeezing summer vacations but don’t give up!Continue

  • Lil Wranglers and baby goats gather to chat
    Travel Diaries | Destinations | Families & Groups | Food and Dining | Lodging | Parks & Outdoors | Snow Vacations | Wyoming Ranches 2024

    In Wyoming, one of the most kid-friendly guest ranches ever

    ByEileen Ogintz July 10, 2023June 15, 2024

    This may be the fanciest ranch I’ve ever seen, complete with its own goat herd, llamas, 100 horses, distillery, spa, and much more

    Read More In Wyoming, one of the most kid-friendly guest ranches everContinue

  • American Revolution Museum at Yorktown
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    Theme parks and swimming pools; camping trips, city sights and a history lesson!

    ByEileen Ogintz July 6, 2023July 6, 2023

    This summer, you can effortlessly inject a little American history with the fun, even if the Independence Day celebrations are over.

    Read More Theme parks and swimming pools; camping trips, city sights and a history lesson!Continue

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