Located just outside of Los Angeles, in Simi Valley, is the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. The largest of the thirteen presidential libraries, its opening in 1991 brought the five living presidents together. The library features rotating exhibits, which rotate several times a year. It also houses the retired Air Force One the Reagan (used during […]
Jan-2015
If you have ever visited Germany, than you are aware of the country’s diverse beauty and wealth of natural landscapes. Oberstdorf is no exception. Two hours from Munich the Bavarian Alpine Village is a popular ski destination in winter and hiking town in summer. Once you take your eyes of the breathtaking panoramic views of […]
Jan-2015
With us making several trips a year during the heat of the summer and cold of the winter, we have become experts at entertaining the kids during our trips. With our well know expertise we have been asked by several friends making the journey to the “Old Pueblo” for kid-friendly activities. With that being said, […]
Jan-2015
Travel Off-Season With all the strategies to save money, traveling off-season would be the first recommendation. Airlines, hotels, and tour companies will almost always offer cheaper rates to attract customers. Destinations are less crowded and lines for major attractions are shorter. Airfare If you are flexible on travel dates, fly on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or […]
Jan-2015
Bratislava may be a bit off the beaten track for some travelers, but an enriching destination nonetheless. Located between Vienna and Budapest, this bustling city near an ancient crossing point of the Danube was once known as Pressburg until 1919. Located in the center and above the city is the large dominating structure atop castle […]
Jan-2015
Nestled in the heart of Europe is one of the oldest countries in the world: Hungary. While Budapest’s charm attracts majority of the country’s visitors, Lake Balaton is a favorite summer retreat amongst the Hungarians. It’s also the largest freshwater lake in central Europe, but more enamored by its breathtaking turquoise color than the actual […]
Prior to September 11th, 2001 one of the most infamous dates in American History was December 7th, 1941. The day Japan conducted a surprise attack on the United State’s Pacific Fleet in Pear Harbor, Hawaii. Fast forward to modern day, Pearl Harbor’s Hawaiian World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument is one of […]
Dec-2014
With the Christmas season upon us, it’s fun to begin family traditions. Some of our traditions are driving the neighborhoods viewing Christmas lights and the adventurous road trips to visit family. This year we started a new magical holiday tradition riding The Polar Express or because of licensing issues, The North Pole Express. For our […]
Dec-2014
My wife has been inundated with holiday family sessions and was in need of a break. So I packed the clan for a short getaway to one of the jewels of Central California’s coast, Morro Bay. Whether you are camping or staying in a hotel, Morro Bay is an often overlooked great family getaway! Situated […]
Nov-2014
Needing a break from the hustle and bustle of city life, we took a short weekend trip to Central California’s, Montaña de Oro State Park. Located just south of Morro Bay and situated along the rocky coast of the Pacific Ocean, the park has one of the longest uninterrupted, preserved and undeveloped coastal areas of […]
Nov-2014
Nestled is the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains some 330 miles north of Los Angeles is a alien landscape featuring a lake so inhospitable it offers almost no life in its waters. This is majestic Mono Lake. Formed over 700,000 years ago, its waters are trapped in the valley’s low spot with no natural outlet. With […]
Nov-2014
Most families head to the Los Angeles area for a weekend getaway at Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm, Universal Studios or Magic Mountain. But does family fun have to come at such a cost? Of course not, Los Angeles is filled with great budget-friendly family adventures. Skip the amusement parks, here are five relatively inexpensive opportunities […]