Unforgettable Family Adventures Made Simple

Travel guides, itineraries, and tips to help you explore the world with kids, make the most of weekend getaways, and create lasting memories.

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Explore by Interest

Travel looks different for everyone. Sometimes it’s planning your next big trip, sometimes it’s navigating life with kids, and sometimes it’s the little lifestyle choices that make the journey smoother. Explore the topics that fit where you are right now.

Tunnels Beach in Kauai
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Adventures with Holly

Hi, I’m Holly! I live in sunny San Diego with my husband and our dinosaur-loving son. We’re always looking for fun ways to travel together, whether it’s a big trip overseas or a quick weekend escape. I share destination guides, family-friendly travel tips, and honest experiences to make your own adventures easier and more fun.

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Where I’ve Been

From sunny California to the beaches of Kauai and the castles of Germany, I love sharing the places we’ve explored. Here you’ll find guides to both U.S. favorites and international adventures.

  • Family-friendly recommendations
  • Hidden gems worth the detour
  • Honest tips from our own trips
Galleta Meadows Dragon in Borrego Springs, CA
California
Manitou Springs Cave Dwellings in Colorado
Colorado
View of Hanalei Bay from Princeville, Kauai
Kauai
Great Falls Park Overlook View in McLean, VA
D.M.V. Area
The Split - Caye Caulker, Belize
Belize
Germany

“It’s a magical world, Hobbes, ol’ buddy… Let’s go exploring!” – Calvin and Hobbes

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Get Inspired

Spark your interest with guides from the U.S. and beyond.

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Colorado Adventure

From Boulder to Colorado Springs, find mountain tops, magic shows, mini golf, and plenty of good eats.

Pikes Peak Cog Railway in Manitou Springs, Colorado
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Berlin Day Trips

Castles, lakes, and charming towns are a short drive from Berlin. Perfect for adding adventure.

Hofbräu at the cathedral in Erfurt, Germany
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Kauai with Kids

From beaches to shave ice, explore the best of Kauai with insider tips to make the most of your trip.

Hanalei Bay Pier in Kauai
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Big Bear Lake

Just a couple of hours from Southern California, Big Bear offers hiking, boating, and cozy escapes.

Lagonita Lodge in Big Bear, CA
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Beautiful Borrego

Wildflowers, desert hikes, and starry night skies make Borrego Springs a Southern California gem.

Anza Borrego Wildflowers Feature
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You Better Belize It!

From snorkeling to jungle ruins, Belize is packed with adventure, relaxation, and family fun.

Snorkeling with Latitude 17 Tours at Hol Chan Channel in Belize.

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What’s New on the Blog

Fresh stories, guides, and tips from my latest travels.

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Snapshots From Our Travels

  • Downtown Aquarium in Denver, Colorado
  • Holey Moley Golf Club Denver
  • Dogfish Head Alehouse -in Gaithersburg, MD
  • Caye Caulker, Belize
  • Cave tubing in Belize at Caves Branch Outpost with Coral Breeze Tours
  • Cave tubing in Belize at Caves Branch Outpost with Coral Breeze Tours
  • Zip lining at Caves Branch Outpost in Belize - Coral Breeze Tours
  • Zip lining at Caves Branch Outpost in Belize - Coral Breeze Tours
  • Hanging out with the Pelicans during our snorkel tour with Latitude 17 Tours in Belize.
  • The Devil's Bridge in Gablenz, Germany
  • View of the Elbe River from a lookout at the Bastei Bridge in Lohmen, Germany
  • View from the top of the Monument to the Battle of the Nations in Leipzig, Germany
  • Monument to the Battle of the Nations in Leipzig, Germany
  • Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany
  • Mission Dam and Aqueduct at the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden in California
  • Santa Barbara Botanic Garden meadow in California
  • View from CA-18 HWY when driving to Big Bear Lake
  • Burney Falls, California
  • Formations inside Lake Shasta Caverns
  • Walkway near the start of Lake Shasta Caverns Tour
  • Henderson Canyon Road Wildflowers 3.2.2024 in Anza Borrego
  • Palm Canyon Trail Wildflowers in Anza-Borrego State Park
  • Borrego Palm Canyon Trail - Heading back from Palm Grove
  • Bridge at the end of the Burney Falls loop in California
  • View of Sacramento River from Sun Dial Bridge
  • Mountain view at Hanalei Bay in Kauai
  • Swimming and Snorkeling spot at Tunnels Beach in Kauai
  • The narrow but beautiful Anini Beach in Kauai
  • Boogie boarding at Tunnels Beach in Kauai
  • Waimea Canyon Lookout in Kauai
  • McBryde Garden in Koloa, Kauai
  • West Beach in Santa Barbara, CA
  • Mr. Rex at Cabazon Dinosaur Park in Cabazon, CA (near Palm Springs)
  • Riding the Rail Explorers quad rail bike through Amador County, CA
  • Narrow passage through the Slot Canyon Trail in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
  • Galleta Meadows Breceda's Vineyard in Borrego Springs, CA
  • Scorpion at Galleta Meadows in Borrego Springs, CA
  • Galleta Meadows Saberwolf in Borrego Springs, CA
  • Narrow Walls in Annie's Canyon
  • Climbing Annie's Canyon Ladder
  • Annie's Canyon view from Overlook
  • View of Pikes Peak from High Point Overlook in Manitou Springs, Colorado
  • Manitou Springs Cave Dwellings in Colorado
  • Pikes Peak Cog Railway in Manitou Springs, Colorado
  • Hiking along Eldorado Falls in Boulder, Colorado
  • Eldorado Falls in Boulder, Colorado
  • Pikes Peak Cog Railway train in Manitou Springs, Colorado
  • Mineshaft Coaster at Alpine Slide Big Bear Lake, CA (Photo credit: Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain)
  • Avery Brewing Company in Boulder, Colorado
  • The Tunnel on the way to Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado
  • Downtown Aquarium in Denver, Colorado
  • Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster, Colorado
  • Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster, Colorado
  • Entrance to the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge in Denver, Colorado
  • Bison at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge in Denver, Colorado
  • National Air and Space Museum Tower view in Chantilly, VA
  • Great Falls Park trail in McLean, VA
  • Great Falls Park trail in McLean, VA
  • Patuxent Research Refuge scavanger hung - Laurel, MD
  • Bambooze Bar and Grill in Caye Caulker, Belize
  • Cave tubing at Caves Branch Outpost in Belize - Coral Breeze Tours
  • Zip lining at Caves Branch Outpost in Belize - Coral Breeze Tours
  • Cave tubing in Belize at Caves Branch Outpost with Coral Breeze Tours
  • Zip lining at Caves Branch Outpost in Belize - Coral Breeze Tours
  • Tour of Altun Ha in Belize with Coral Breeze Tours
  • Waiting for the Split to Split Ferry on the north side of Caye Caulker Belize
  • Snorkeling with Latitude 17 Tours at Hol Chan Channel in Belize.
  • Feeding the Tarpon fish during our snorkel tour with Latitude 17 Tours in Belize.
  • Feeding the Frigatebirds during our snorkel tour with Latitude 17 Tours in Belize.
  • Hanging out with the Pelicans during our snorkel tour with Latitude 17 Tours in Belize.
  • Sizilianischer Garten in Sanssouci Park in Potsdam, Germany
  • View of the Elbe River from the Bastei Bridge in Lohmen, Germany
  • A path at the Bastei Bridge in Lohmen, Germany
  • Biergarten in the historic Market Square in Leipzig, Germany