For many Christmas and holiday enthusiasts, the fun doesn’t stop when the holidays end. Many attractions remain open a week or so after the holidays (especially in Florida), calling to those who didn’t get to experience the activities during their prime time. If you long for the unmatched holiday spirit after the designated holidays, this…
Spending 10+ hours in a congested airport doesn’t have to be a miserable time. In fact, some of the best travel experiences occur in the time between departing and boarding another flight. Whether you’re traveling across the country or between countries, chances are, a layover will pop up during your excursions, especially if you’re a…
Summer is the ideal time to travel for most people. Warmer weather and seasonal attractions attract visitors to hotspots in the summer, yet the winter also offers unbeatable experiences. Many destinations harbor warm weather year-round, granting an oasis to those stuck in the cold for half a year. At the same time, other bucket list…
Turkey is delicious. Plain and simple. But…eating the same turkey over and over (and over) again loses its cool pretty quickly. Most times, the holiday season produces a plethora of leftovers that most people end up eating for days. And while there’s nothing wrong with leftovers at all, sometimes you gotta think of a way…
Eau Claire, which means clear water, is a small, friendly city in Northwest Wisconsin with lots of possibilities for winter fun. Located at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire Rivers, this charming college town has no shortage of things to do year-round, and my 12-year-old son and I spent two jampacked days exploring,…
Winter is here. As you cozy up with your favorite fuzzy blankets and fresh hot cocoa, you may wonder how to spend your December and January in the winter wonderland outside your window. Depending on where you live, or travel dictates how you spend these wintry months, and your interests sway your decisions. From ice…
If you are looking for an easy, low-threat Christmas craft you can do with your kids, I’m your girl. And yes, the emphasis is on easy. These easy popsicle stick Christmas Tree ornaments are simple enough for most kids to make with minimal help (although an adult needs to be in charge of the hot…
Do you live in one of the unfriendliest states? World Population Review conducted a study to determine the friendliest states in the U.S. by ranking each territory’s spirit and willingness to welcome others into their spaces. The review based its findings on millions of social media followers’ personal experiences with each state. Minnesota, Tennessee, and…
This post was originally published in December 2014. And, we are still elf-strong. Enjoy. Hi, I’m Jill and I’m an elfer. I’m a half-ass elfer, which means my marks for creativity in elf placement would land me a solid C minus. Luckily, my kids are young so they’re entertained by the simple fact that we…
We’ve set the bar high for New Year’s Eve celebrations. Before we became parents, my husband and I did things like reserve a room at a fancy hotel and party it up until the wee hours. Now we usually stay home. In the interest of helping my fellow parents out, I’ve prepared this list of…
