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Looking for outdoor adventures for kids near Denver? Whether you are visiting from out of town or a local to the Denver area, there’s plenty of amazing adventures nearby. As Denver area locals,...

Escape winter’s chill with our warm destination ideas for your ideal winter break. If you aren’t visiting family this holiday season and are looking for a warm escape, then going on a winter...

Looking for things to do in Golden with kids? Golden, Colorado holds a unique place in our hearts. Although we might not have an official Golden address, we’ve embraced it as our hometown. As locals,...

Baby’s first time at the beach – Poipu  Traveling with your baby? This is the trip that started it all. I’ll be diving into actually traveling in Hawaii more in upcoming...

I’m Brandon, the dad behind Five Bags Packed our family travel site. Just so you know – I’m not some world-renowned travel guru. And let’s be real, when it comes to Jamie and I being...