best tips for visiting Ventura with kids

Last fall we made a quick stop on the coast after one of our Disney trips. Ventura, California is a family-friendly destination with plenty of activities to keep both kids and adults entertained. For about 24 hours we played at San Buenaventura State Beach, checked out the Channel Islands National Park visitor center, and took… Continue reading best tips for visiting Ventura with kids

beach day must haves: shopping guide

I know, I know–we are well into fall. After all, it’s the middle of October! As a blogger sometimes we like to share things at odd times. However, here in California the weather is still perfect most days for a day at the beach or lake. So check out these beach day must haves and… Continue reading beach day must haves: shopping guide

visit Seal Beach in Orange County with kids

On our recent Disneyland trip we decided to take a day off from the parks and have a beach day. It was honestly one of our best vacation decisions in a long time. We had no idea when we planned our trip we’d be there during such a crazy heat wave and escaping the Anaheim… Continue reading visit Seal Beach in Orange County with kids

best family beach vacations in the U.S.

There’s perhaps no more iconic summer trip then a beach getaway. With nearly 100,000 miles of coastline in the United States it’s easy to see why we’re proud of our beaches. The trouble is, how do you pick the right one for the whole family? Today I’m sharing some of the best family beach vacations… Continue reading best family beach vacations in the U.S.

family vacation in pismo beach at The Cliffs

Have you ever had a family vacation you just didn’t want to end? Normally by the end of a trip I’m looking forward to getting home and getting back into a routine. But this last weekend we had a family vacation in Pismo Beach and we all were wishing for another couple of days. For… Continue reading family vacation in pismo beach at The Cliffs