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Gatton Park at Town Branch is the best playground in Lexington, featuring a vast, beautifully landscaped area with a variety of play structures, including water play, ropes, and interactive games. Parents appreciate …

Unexpected changes can lead to new adventures! Read Alex’s travel mishap and learn how he embraced the situation.

Sometimes we end up visiting places we would not have intentionally sought out because we say yes to the unexpected, whether it’s to visit friends and family or to take advantage of …

During a month-long stay in Playa del Carmen, the author took a weekend trip to Valladolid and Ek Balam. They explored the colonial town’s vibrant culture, unique architectural sites, and local Yucatecan …

I will admit it: my expectations for Legoland Florida were low.  I dont know why I felt this way, to be honest. I did read some mixed reviews of Legoland parks in …

You might not believe when I say this, but you CAN have an amazing vacation at Legoland on a budget. In 2025, we took our Lego-obsessed child down to Legoland Florida for …

I do the same thing before every single trip: I create a Google Map. That’s it. The end. That’s the one thing I always do when planning a trip. But that’s not …

Intentional Wandering is a flexible travel planning method that encourages selecting a daily “anchor” destination while allowing for spontaneous exploration along the way. It minimizes stress by blending pre-trip research with real-time …

We didn’t have much big travel this past year (check out my 2025 Travel Recap post), only traveling domestically, usually for fast overnight mini-adventures. This was the case for two big reasons: …

Southeastern South Dakota offers a charming vacation alternative to its well-known attractions. The area, particularly Harrisburg, blends modernity with history, making it perfect for family trips. Visitors should explore local parks, community …

A lot of people say that “traveling with kids” is really just “parenting in other cities”, citing it as a reason for not going to the places they want to go.  But …

Let me share with you a list of our favorite free or inexpensive things to do with kids in Playa del Carmen! I value working smarter, not harder. I also have to …

Home Exchange 101: What is home exchange? Will I like swapping my house? You sleep in other people’s beds? And other burning questions you have about home exchange. We started home exchanging …

Do not sleep on Nashville’s Lane Motor Museum! When my father-in-law visited this past spring, we decide to play tourist in our own town and go somewhere none of us had ever …

Who owns your 9-to-5? (And who owns YOU?) I recently had a thought provoking conversation with a colleague. He mentioned his wife reaching a state of burnout. This has occurred in the …

I switched away from Goodreads over to Storygraph this year. I’ve been meaning to make the move for a few years, but it was tough to give up a platform that I’ve …

Lake Okoboji in Iowa offers an affordable Midwest beach getaway, featuring clear blue waters, family resorts, and a nostalgic amusement park atmosphere. The area boasts distinct towns like Arnolds Park, with local …

There are many reasons I love living in Donelson, one of which is our proximity to Donelson Station. It gives us quick, easy access to downtown without having to pay surge pricing …

The author recounts a long weekend trip to the Bourbon Trail with friends, exploring four distilleries and enjoying local cuisine. While not a whiskey enthusiast, she embraced the experience, secure in an …

Explore Nashville beyond country music with a local’s guide to fun and free activities. Discover vibrant neighborhoods, outdoor parks, the Tennessee State Museum, and unique festivals. Experience art through the First Saturday …