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Emily train from Thomas the Tank Engine next to battle brush trees and Christmas tree showing the family tradition of putting a wooden railway around a Christmas tree.

Bring This Easy Christmas Tradition Home on a Small Budget

December 10, 2025

Have you see those charming photos or window displays with model trains chugging around the base of a Christmas tree? A few years ago, we…

Photo showing an example of one of the signs to be found in the scavenger hunt at the Christkindlmarket Aurora. This photo shows a character called “Lenny Lederhosen” as well as a small wooden box shelf with a hole punch.

Christkindlmarket 2025, Opening Weekend in Aurora

November 26, 2025

The Christkindlmarket in Aurora, Illinois is now open for the 2025 holiday season! We have created a guide for this perennial Chicagoland favorite. You can…

Percy engine beside water tower in Sodor Steamworks at Thomas & Friends: Explore the Rails at Kohl Children’s Museum near Chicago.

Kids’ Travel Essentials: What to Pack For Your Family Trip

November 15, 2025

Sometimes it feels like the time it takes to pack for a family trip lasts longer than the trip itself. We want to save you…

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Collection of things to bring to the beach including a sunscreen stick mentioned in the article, a collapsible sand toy kit that looks like a fish and a pair of children’s sunglasses. These are all sitting on red, green and white striped towels.

What to Bring to the Beach: Packing Advice for Visiting the Coast

May 2, 2025

We love playing and relaxing at the beach. Unfortunately, packing for a day or week at the beach can be… less than relaxing, but it…

View from the beach at Crystal Cove State Park with water rushing between tan rocks and over sand. A good way to spend a rest day in between park visits at Disneyland Resort.

What To Pack For A Beach Vacation at Crystal Cove State Park

March 11, 2025

A beach vacation can be wonderfully relaxing, but packing for it beforehand can be stressful. We have shaped and re-shaped our own packing list. Today,…

View from Crystal Cove cottage at Crystal Cove State Park.

Choosing a Crystal Cove Cottage: Tips for the Best Cottage for You

February 11, 2025

We are sharing some tips on choosing the best historic cottage for your stay in Crystal Cove State Park. Here is hoping you will be…

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