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Nighttime cityscape with buildings lit up, reflecting on a calm river in the foreground, surrounded by greenery. Omaha with kids
Omaha with Kids: A Night of Play, Views, and Great Eats
As part of our summer road trip, Omaha, Nebraska, was a planned stop on our journey back from Wisconsin to Colorado. With Omaha conveniently located about halfway between the two, we decided to spend the...
Silhouettes of two people face a wall of stalactites and stalagmites inside a cave, illuminated by soft, warm lighting. Cave of the Mounds with kids.
Cave of the Mounds with Kids – Geodes, Gardens, and More!
Our summer road trip this year was a blend of adventure and family time, weaving through South Dakota and Wisconsin. Wisconsin holds a special place in our hearts as my wife Jamie’s family lives here,...
Yellow wildflowers in focus with a white farmhouse and blue sky in the background.
Old Fashioned Exploring: Old World Wisconsin with Kids
Old World Wisconsin with kids was one of the most unforgettable stops on our summer road trip, which took us from South Dakota to Wisconsin and eventually back home to Colorado via Nebraska. Just a few...
Modern building labeled "Discovery World" with "EXPLORE" on the facade. People walk nearby, and bicycles are parked under a glass canopy.
Discovery World: A Family-Friendly Adventure in Downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Discovery World in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was a standout stop on our summer road trip, which took us through South Dakota and then Wisconsin. As Jamie’s family lives in Wisconsin, we frequently visit...
A child wearing a "Dude Perfect Summer Tour 2022" shirt stands at a railing, overlooking a river with rocky sections and a bridge in the background. Sioux Falls with Kids
Falls Park with Kids: A Quick Stop in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
During our South Dakota road trip, we made a brief but unforgettable one-hour stop at Falls Park in Sioux Falls, a perfect destination for families traveling with kids. This beautiful park, centered around...
Old-fashioned bank building with a water tower nearby, set in a rustic, historical town. Red and green paint adorns the bank, with wooden structures surrounding the area.
Stepping Back in Time - 1880 Town With Kids: An Unforgettable Slice of the Old West
After an incredible visit to Badlands National Park, our South Dakota road trip continued with a stop at 1880 Town, located just off I-90 near Murdo, South Dakota. This charming Old West attraction was...
Two children walk through a rocky, arid landscape with rugged hills and a cloudy sky in the background. Badlands National Park
Exploring Badlands with Kids: A Quick but adventurous Visit
As part of our road trip across South Dakota, we ventured from Custer State Park to explore Badlands National Park with kids. The 1.5-hour drive east, with a pit stop at the famous Wall Drug, brought us...
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CAMP SNAP PHOTO CAMERA REVIEW - Camp Snap DISCOUNT CODE: 5BAGS
Perfect for Young Photographers We absolutely love our Camp Snap Photo camera, especially with our kids! Jamie and I are constantly documenting our travels, so it’s only natural that our kids have...