Belém is an easy day trip from Lisbon with Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, a scenic waterfront walk, and the original Pastéis de Belém. Use this guide to plan the best things to do in Belém in one simple route.
Tivoli Gardens was at the very top of our list when we started planning Copenhagen with kids. It is right in the middle of the city, it feels like a classic amusement park and a botanical garden at the same time, and it works just as well for a quick afternoon as it does for a full day. We spent most of the day bouncing between kid-friendly rides, snack stops, and quiet corners where the boys (ages 6 and 4 at the time) could run around or just watch the lights.
In this guide, I’ll walk through what Tivoli Gardens is, how Tivoli Gardens tickets work, our favorite rides, family-friendly food options and practical tips for visiting with kids.
Planning a day trip from Lisbon? Visit Sintra to explore colorful palaces, medieval castles, and hidden gardens. Family-friendly tips, train info, and the best one-day itinerary included
Discover the best things to do in Copenhagen with kids, from playgrounds and canals to palaces, museums, and easy day trips. This family-friendly Copenhagen itinerary shares tips, photos, and the top activities.
Montreal is such a beautiful cosmopolitan city—a little taste of Europe closer to my home near NYC. I had visited as a teenager, but I have to say that going back as an adult felt like the first time in so many ways. It was so fun to wander the cobblestone streets in Old Montreal,…
Discover the best things to do in Granada, from exploring the Alhambra and Mirador de San Nicolás to tapas bars and flamenco shows in Sacromonte.
Christmas in the United States means glowing lights, the smell of cinnamon and pine, and the excitement of children waiting for Santa. For many families, the holidays are also an opportunity to create memories together by traveling, whether that’s on a snowy mountain, a sunny beach, or hitting up a theme park. If you’re ready to make this year’s holiday season extra special, these Christmas vacations for families around the US are full of magic, warmth, and wonder.
There’s something magical about fall in the United States. The weather is cooler, the leaves change color, and many places feel less crowded than in summer. It is a season filled with easy activities like apple picking, short hikes, and scenic drives that work well for kids, and it’s one of the best times to travel as a family.
In this guide, I’m sharing five of the best family-friendly spots across the U.S. to see fall foliage. Each destination offers colorful views and easy activities that kids and adults can enjoy together, from farm visits to simple nature walks to peaceful afternoons soaking in the season.
Maui’s beaches and volcano sunrises get plenty of attention, but ʻĪao Valley is something else entirely. Just fifteen minutes from Kahului Airport, this sacred valley wraps you in emerald cliffs, drifting mist, and the striking ʻĪao Needle. For centuries, it has been a place of spiritual significance and the site of pivotal moments in Hawaiian history.
Discover family-friendly Road to Hana Stops with tips for a safe and memorable journey. Explore top attractions, must-pack items, and planning advice for kids.