Category: Other Destinations
Top Tips for Visiting the Dinosaurs at Brookfield Zoo Chicago
We have been members of Brookfield Zoo Chicago for almost eleven years. As you can probably tell, we love the zoo, and some of our favorite zoo memories are from the summers when Brookfield Zoo Chicago brought in dinosaurs! Fortunately for us, and I think you too, the dinosaurs are back for summer 2026. Brookfield…
Tips From Our Visit to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Our recent spring break trip took us through many wonderful places. One of these was Great Smoky Mountains National Park. We spent two nights at the hotel called The Park Vista – a DoubleTree by Hilton in Gatlinburg, Tennessee and took time exploring the beautiful park. Now, there are many folks who have spent quite…
How to Reserve a Beach Cottage at Crystal Cove State Park in California
During our recent 2024 stay in a beach cottage at Crystal Cove State Park in Orange County California, numerous people asked me how I managed to reserve a cottage. I thought that I would share my own experience (in detail) with how to book a cottage. I am not in any way affiliated with Reserve…
Rides at Brookfield Zoo Chicago: 3 Fun Attractions to Try
From peeking at pangolins to talking with tapirs, our family loves visiting Brookfield Zoo Chicago. The almost 3500 animal residents are the highlights of our visits, but we also enjoy the three rides at Brookfield Zoo Chicago. All three rides connect us to both the animals and the history of the zoo. We want to…
Visit Brookfield Zoo Chicago for Free This Winter
Chicago-area families have a world-class zoo in Brookfield, Illinois. Located just west of the city of Chicago, Brookfield Zoo Chicago has over 3000 animals from all over the world. The animals’ indoor and outdoor habitats are nestled among lush landscaping and wide walkways. With plenty of interactive and interesting exhibits, an all-day visit for all…
10 of Our Favorite Family Games for Screen-Free Fun
Hanukkah has arrived, Christmas is just a week away and Kwanza soon after. As the weather cools and the holidays roll-in, I am thinking about cozy games our family will enjoy over the coming cold months. In the spirit of this season, I am sharing favorite games our family loves and a few I am…
