Category Archives: Places to visit

A discussion of all the places we are thinking about visiting. We won’t get to see everything. We’ll need to pick and choose.

The Becker and Bonga Families

Posted on May 31, 2012 by

When I first came up with the idea of a one year family road trip, I thought it was somewhat unique. Now I keep my eyes peeled for others doing the same and I find families all over the world doing it. Here’s … Continue reading →

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Discovery Science Center / Star Wars Exhibit – Santa Ana, California

Posted on April 8, 2012 by

When we actually get started on our trip, I plan to write reviews for the benefit of others as well as a way to refresh my aging memory. Until then, I’ll start in my own back yard with places I … Continue reading →

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Rest Stop Alternatives

Posted on March 25, 2012 by

Rest stops are very useful to long distance travelers – especially those with small children who need to “go” five minutes after leaving the McDonald’s Playplace! But they can be so much more than simply an unplanned emergency stop – … Continue reading →

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Exploring Kentucky

Posted on March 22, 2012 by

Reblogged from unpredictableperrys: We took a tour of Mammoth Cave.  It is the longest cave in the world, 393 miles long and they are still discovering more.  We went on a two hour, two mile tour historical tour.  We were … Continue reading →

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Petcentric Pet-Friendly Places

Posted on March 22, 2012 by

I recently posted about Will and Eko traveling the U.S. to locate dog-friendly places. I knew they were sponsored by Petcentric but I failed to dig further. Petcentric has a “pet-friendly places locator” in which you simply enter a zip … Continue reading →

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Best National Parks for Families – Adventure Travel Ideas – Parenting.com

Posted on March 17, 2012 by

http://www.parenting.com/article/best-national-parks-families

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Free Maps, Visitors Guides, Coupons and Event Calendars

Posted on March 17, 2012 by

One of the things I do in preparation for a trip is to contact the local Visitor’s Bureau. Most Cities, Counties and States have a Convention and Visitor’s Bureau or Department of Tourism which is established in order to bring … Continue reading →

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South Florida Pet Expo

Posted on March 16, 2012 by

Reblogged from No Act of Kindness is Too Small: SATURDAY MARCH 24th 10am-6pm Over 100 exhibitors, prize giveaways, adoption opportunities, discounted vaccinations, microchipping, heartworm and flea preventatives, free nail trims, agility demonstrations, live entertainment and more! The Homeless Pet Advocates … Continue reading →

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New Jersey Travel Expo 2012

Posted on March 16, 2012 by

I just ran across this while doing some travel research. The New Jersey Travel Expo is this Sunday – March 18, 2012. So, if you happen to be in New Jersey on Sunday and are interested in a Travel Expo, … Continue reading →

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Where are you reading?

Posted on March 16, 2012 by

I stumbled upon this interesting blog while searching for travel and educational blogs. The blog name is Bookjourney and it is written by Sheila. The blog name alone is interesting enough but she has a new post known as the Where Are … Continue reading →

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