As a parent on the verge of celebrating my own son’s college graduation, I’ve found myself grappling with the important task of commemorating this significant milestone in a way that truly honors his hard work and dedication these past four years. The journey to this moment has been filled with studying, exploration, and countless memories […]

Planning that dream vacation but your budget’s playing hard to get? No worries, because we’ve got your back with 15 genius ways to save money that won’t make you break a sweat (or the bank!). From quirky challenges to smart swaps, it’s like a game to save up for those dreamy destinations. And you know […]

The United States is a vast and diverse country, home to a wide array of wildlife. From the coastlines to the heartland and the mountains to the deserts, there are countless opportunities to have incredible animal encounters. Here are ten of the best animal encounters you can experience in the US, each offering a unique […]

The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM), are pleased to announce that the Museums for All initiative has reached a milestone of 1,000 participating museums. An initiative of IMLS, and administered by ACM, Museums for All is a national access program that encourages individuals of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly to enjoy […]

It’s hard to believe we are already thinking about summer, but knowing my college-aged kids will be home in just a few weeks, and my youngest son will be finished with school early in June is making me think ahead, and I want to kick off the summer with FUN! So I have rounded up […]

Every time someone tells me they are planning a trip to see Mount Rushmore, I always tell them they have to stop in Rapid City while they are there. Rapid City is just a half-hour away from the Mount Rushmore National Memorial, so I have some recommendations of other things to do when you go […]

Does your idea of a perfect Valentine’s Day involve lounging in front of a fire with glasses of wine or going out and enjoying some breathtaking views while dining at a fancy restaurant? No matter what you prefer to do, we know the thing that matters most is who you are spending it with. So […]

Fall is here, and we have the perfect spots for you to enjoy a great fall weekend, whether you are in Alabama, Wyoming, or any state in between. We have put together a list of the top pumpkin patches in every state to help you enjoy all the festivities that this season has to offer. […]

There are likely many tourist attractions that may have you wanting to take a trip to South Dakota, and no doubt Mount Rushmore, the Crazy Horse Memorial and Badlands National Park may be on your list. But I highly encourage you to take a trip to the other side of the state to see The […]

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has a website where you can check travel restrictions and gives guidance about locations you plan to visit. By just entering the location you plan to travel to in their search box, you can find the information you are looking for. Click here to visit their website. We […]