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Family Vacations in Utah: Best Places to Visit + Must-Do Experiences
If you’re dreaming up your next big adventure, family vacations in Utah deserve a spot at the very top of your list. This is one of those rare destinations where you can hike through red rock canyons, splash in lakes and rivers, ride roller coasters, and stargaze under some of the darkest skies in the country—all in one trip. We’ve traveled through Utah with kids, and it’s one of those places that truly works for everyone. Whether your crew loves national parks, outdoor adventures, or a little theme park fun mixed in, Utah delivers. Why Utah is Perfect for a Family Vacation Utah is practically built for family travel. The…
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Best National Parks For Kids
The Best National Parks to Visit with Kids: Nature’s Playground When it comes to travel, I truly don’t discriminate. You’ll find me sipping margaritas at an all-inclusive resort in Cancun or hiking in Grand Teton National Park. I love it all. We spent a lot of time over the past year visiting national parks with the whole family, which made me start thinking about which parks are the best national parks for kids. Exploring national parks with your kids is a fantastic way to create lifelong memories while introducing them to the beauty of the great outdoors. The U.S. is home to over 400 national park sites, each offering unique…
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4th Grade National Parks Pass: Free!
Did you know that there’s such thing as a 4th grade national parks pass that all 4th grade students can get for free? It’s true! As part of the Every Kid Outdoors initiative, all 4th grade students get a free national park pass that’s good for the entire year–including through the end of summer! The pass is valid through Aug. 31 each year. How Do I Get My Free Pass? It’s easy! All you have to do is visit the EveryKidOutdoors website and click a couple of buttons. Then print out the pass. That’s it. It only took me about 20 seconds to get. How Does it Work? This pass…
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1 Day in Yosemite Itinerary
A Perfect Itinerary for 1 Day in Yosemite National Park It seems like it’s been getting harder and harder to get reservations at any of the campgrounds in Yosemite. We used to have good luck, and would be able to spend about 5 days camping in the park. Even that somehow didn’t feel like enough time. There are lots of other campground and hotel options outside of Yosemite, but the drive in and out of the park can be pretty long. Lucky for you, I’ve created this itinerary for those only able to spend 1 day in Yosemite. While you won’t be able to see everything, you can still experience…
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1 Day in Zion: How to See it All
We were very fortunate to be able to spend several days in Zion on our most recent Utah family vacation. However, not everyone has that luxury. If you’re limited on time or just passing through, there’s still plenty you can see in just one day. I’ve come up with some itinerary options if you’re spending just 1 day in Zion. If you only have 1 day in Zion, you’ll definitely want to hit the park’s most iconic spots. Zion is a stunningly beautiful place with dramatic rock formations, lush canyons, and towering cliffs. You won’t want to miss its highlights. Is Zion Good For Kids? Yes! Zion National Park is…
