With the holidays behind us, it’s time to start thinking about travel plans for the next school recess — spring break! It’s tempting, especially for us Midwesterners, to plan escapes to warmer climes. But there is a wealth of history, fun, and diversity right here in Middle … [Read more...] about 5 Family Spring Break Destinations in the Midwest
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Summer travel & weekend family getaways from Chicago
Summer is finally here in Chicago. Well, at least the calendar says so. (Really, what is up with all this rain?!) The kids might be asking where you're heading for summer vacation. Or, you may be looking to do a weekend away from the city. Either way, I've got recommendations for … [Read more...] about Summer travel & weekend family getaways from Chicago
“Funnest vacation ever!” Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin Dells
"Funnest vacation ever!" When your five-year-old screams that multiple times during a trip, you know you've done something right. What I did "right" was bring my kids on a weekend trip to America's largest water park, Wilderness Resort, in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. About a … [Read more...] about “Funnest vacation ever!” Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin Dells
New Glarus, Wisconsin: Little Switzerland & the Brewing Company
Known as "America's Little Switzerland", New Glarus is a town of just over 2,000 in Green County, Wisconsin. Fitting that it is in Green County, as the surrounding hills are just that, brilliantly verdant even under dark storm clouds as we arrive in town. I first visited New … [Read more...] about New Glarus, Wisconsin: Little Switzerland & the Brewing Company
Cool camping in a KOA deluxe cabin
Just a few years ago, I was forced - kicking and screaming - to surrender my 85-litre Osprey backpack for a pop-up RV camper. Okay, maybe "forced" is too harsh a word; I was convinced that camping with young children is easier and more enjoyable in an RV than in the backcountry. … [Read more...] about Cool camping in a KOA deluxe cabin
