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California travel locations and theme parks

how to spend a romantic weekend in Carmel

Mike and I recently spend a couple of days on the California coast, just the two of us. It was our first getaway in well over a year and it was so nice to relax and unwind. We’ve been to Carmel twice before, once on our honeymoon, and once with the kids a couple of […]

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Enjoy fun rides at Knott's Soak City Waterpark.

best tips for Knott’s Soak City 2023

My kids might be back in school but summer is far from over. In fact, Knott’s Berry Farm recently announced that they have extended their waterpark operating season through early October! Our family loved our visit to Knott’s earlier this summer. Keep reading for all the best tips for Knott’s Soak City so you can […]

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Parade floats at Carnivale.

Carnivale at California’s Great America

Our family loves theme parks and we love eating. Put those two things together and you have the festivals that some of our California theme parks are known for. Today I’m going to be sharing a fabulous New Orleans-style festival that’s in the Bay Area. There’s food, fun, and fireworks that will make you feel […]

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Best teenage birthday party at Quarry Park Adventures.

best teenage birthday party at Quarry Park Adventures

We just had a belated birthday party for my recently-turned 13 year old. As my kids get older it’s been a little trickier planning a fun and age-appropriate gathering for friends. Thankfully, I think I nailed it this year with the best teenage birthday party ever. It was all thanks to our favorite Adventure Park […]

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