Sometimes the best trips aren't months in the planning — they're the ones where you remember you have adult money, pack up the kids, and hit the road. That's exactly how this trip happened. No huge itinerary, just a Harry Potter obsession I'd been sitting on since a friend (thank you, @coleyraeh!) posted about it months ago, and a real need to just be with my kids instead of behind a camera for a few days. We made a quick stop at my brother's place along the way (little brother is a DINK and ... Read More about Our Texas Family Adventure: Harry Potter Immersive Experience, Real Costs & More
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Michigan’s Upper Peninsula: A Family Guide to Ironwood, Pictured Rocks & Everything In Between
Michigan's Upper Peninsula — the UP, as the locals call it — is one of those destinations that sounds interesting on paper and then absolutely floors you in person. We drove from Bentonville, Arkansas to Ironwood, Michigan in August of 2024 with our three kids — ages 8, 11, and 14 — and spent a week exploring a corner of this country that felt completely unlike anywhere we'd ever been. I also don't think that it's talked about enough, it's beautiful! Waterfalls tumbling into Lake ... Read More about Michigan’s Upper Peninsula: A Family Guide to Ironwood, Pictured Rocks & Everything In Between
Full of History & Small Town Charm: Your guide to Yell County, Arkansas
Yell County, Arkansas sits quietly in the heart of the Arkansas River Valley, sandwiched between the Ouachita and Ozark National Forests, bordered by the Arkansas River to the north and Scenic Highway 7 to the east. And if you slow down long enough to really look, you'll find one of the most naturally rich, historically layered, family-friendly outdoor destinations in the entire state. I'll be honest — the only thing I really knew about Yell County is that my father-in-law was raised there, ... Read More about Full of History & Small Town Charm: Your guide to Yell County, Arkansas
Perry County, Arkansas: The Perfect Summer Road Trip
I spent a ton of time researching everything there was to do in Perry County because I had heard it was a great spot for getting outside, I heard that there was a historic country store I needed to visit with famous fried bologna sandwiches & homemade pie, & a great recreation area managed by the state parks. This is a perfect summer camping road trip for people who love camping AND for people who want to camp but don’t really love to mess with a tent. It gives you the perfect ... Read More about Perry County, Arkansas: The Perfect Summer Road Trip
Yellowstone National Park With Kids: Our Complete 12-Day Road Trip Itinerary Traveling out West From Arkansas
How we packed up three kids, zero reservations, and chased Yellowstone across the American West — and why it became the trip of a lifetime In August of 2020, we loaded up our three kids, a tent, a small ice chest, a bucket of camping gear, and headed west toward Yellowstone. No reservations. No itinerary. Just a family that needed to breathe. It's no secret that 2020 was stressful for the entire world, but our family was carrying an extra layer. We'd been navigating sick family members ... Read More about Yellowstone National Park With Kids: Our Complete 12-Day Road Trip Itinerary Traveling out West From Arkansas
Discover Natural Falls State Park: Oklahoma’s Hidden Gem in the Ozarks
In the rolling foothills of the Ozarks, just a stone’s throw from the Arkansas border, Natural Falls State Park in Colcord, Oklahoma is one of the state’s most breathtaking destinations. Famous for its 77-foot cascading waterfall and lush scenery, this park feels like a slice of the Pacific Northwest dropped right into the heart of the Midwest. Whether you’re planning a quick day trip or a weekend getaway, Natural Falls is a must-see spot for families, couples, and outdoor adventurers ... Read More about Discover Natural Falls State Park: Oklahoma’s Hidden Gem in the Ozarks