Caribbean Cruise on Holland America Line

Sailing aboard Holland America’s ms Volendam, my family and I discovered some wonderful islands in the Caribbean. As my husband worked onboard as an officer, my young son Oliver and I had the opportunity to sail with him for months at at time and explore new islands everyday. Because of these long times onboard, I became a bit of an expert on finding fun things to do with kids on the ship as well as at each port of call. Families will love cruising the Caribbean because... Read More

Holland America Line’s Baltic Cruise

Of all the cruise destinations, the Baltic cruise is my absolute favorite! Each port of call offers a truly unique experience that families will treasure in years to come. With ports in Russia, Germany, Estonia, Denmark, Finland, Sweden and Norway, this Holland America 12 day cruise gives families the opportunity to visit many cities they might never consider visiting otherwise. I have such fond memories of our Baltic adventure that I recommend it to everyone. Families should... Read More

Exploring Nature in Northern California

Northern California offers many opportunities for exploring nature, which makes it one of my favorite family vacation spots. Our kids love being outside, so we often visit the coastal areas north of San Francisco. Taking Highway 1 North from the Golden Gate bridge, through Marin and then into Sonoma county is our route of choice. This coastal road is curvy in spots, and a bit slow going, but the scenery is worth the effort! Along the way, you’ll find rugged beaches, rivers,... Read More

Heavenly Lake Tahoe, Family Ski Vacation

Winter vacations are always a favorite for my family! For many years now, our extended family has all gathered at the beautiful Heavenly Ski resort in South Lake Tahoe. For those that don’t ski, there are many other fun winter activities such as sledding, tubing, snowmobiling, and ice skating. Shopping, casinos and great restaurants are in the area too. Besides the winter activities, the scenery in Lake Tahoe is also breathtaking. The snow covered mountains and crystal... Read More

Los Angeles Family Vacation

Besides being the entertainment capital of the world, Los Angeles is a diverse city filled with art, culture, world class museums, beautiful beaches, and distinct neighbors fun for exploring. This vibrant city makes for a great family vacation, because there are so many wonderful sightseeing opportunities. The weather in LA also adds to its appeal – the year-round near perfect weather is ideal for outdoor fun. Whatever you chose to do in Los Angeles is sure to be exciting... Read More