tips for seeing the Yosemite Firefall

Every year, a rare phenomenon occurs in Yosemite National Park. This spectacular event draws photographers and nature enthusiasts from all over the world. The Yosemite Firefall is a stunning natural event that needs to be seen in person, and has been on my travel bucket list for years! If you’ve heard of it and wondered… Continue reading tips for seeing the Yosemite Firefall

visiting the Grand Canyon with your dog

Our family’s New Year’s visit to Grand Canyon National Park was our first trip there in over 14 years. On that trip it was a quick, couple of hours stop along our route when we moved from California to Texas. Not only was this trip different because we were able to stay the night inside… Continue reading visiting the Grand Canyon with your dog

Yavapai Lodge review: where to stay on the South Rim

When our family visited the Grand Canyon next month our accommodation options were somewhat limited. Since we were traveling with our dog Gryff, and we wanted to stay inside the park due to our short time we had to explore, we really only had two options. One option was to camp. In winter. which for… Continue reading Yavapai Lodge review: where to stay on the South Rim

24 hours in Grand Canyon National Park with kids

During the winter break our family was able to spend a quick 24 hours at the Grand Canyon. It’s been a bullet point on my national park bucket list for awhile–see the Grand Canyon in the snow. Well, even though the weather decided not to cooperate, we still had a great 24 hours in Grand… Continue reading 24 hours in Grand Canyon National Park with kids

what’s the best fall family travel destination?

Fall is one of my favorite times to travel together as a family. Crowds are usually lower and weather is often ideal. Now that we no longer homeschool and I have a child in high school (how?!), traveling when school is in session is a little trickier. We have a couple little overnights planned, but… Continue reading what’s the best fall family travel destination?