Want your kids to get interested in history? Let them step back into it and try it on for size. We visit America’s Historic Triangle and enjoy more than just American history. How about history mixed with roller coasters and cannon fire. Hear how Jamestown, Yorktown, and Williamsburg make for a great family vacation that teaches US history in a unique interactive manner focused on children and families. We even get our roller coaster fix in at Busch Gardens Williamsburg!
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by admin on January 15, 2012
During a trip to Washington DC, children learn that freedom has a cost and that cost can be very high. Learn how to instill a lesson that helps your child to understand the cost of freedom and the history of the United States. On our quick one-day trip, we were able to see as much as we did thanks to the Old Town Trolley company. Their trolleys took us directly to the places we wanted to visit on our one day blitz of the nation’s capital.
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by admin on January 1, 2012
We visit the world’s largest aquarium exhibit and swim with the fishes at the Georgia Aquarium. We were able to see amazing sites like Whale Sharks, Rays, Piranhas, Lion Fish, Beluga Whales and More! Hear how the kids enjoyed the trip!
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by admin on December 18, 2011
Whether you are traveling to historic places like D.C. or just visiting the local historic locations, a bit of preparation can help your children really absorb and enjoy the history they will see. We share insights and tips on what to do to prepare: things like reading historic fiction, watching documentaries, discussing family stories, sharing pictures of you as a child in those places and many more tips help bring historic travel to life for kids and give them mental hooks they can hang their experience on to savor for years.
by admin on November 27, 2011
Traveling with children, parents and grandparents can be a bonding experience but it can also be difficult on the nerves. Learn what to expect and how to set everyone’s expectations so that your trip is a bonding experience and not a blow up.
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by admin on August 11, 2011
We found a hidden treasure for vacations and family reunions where you can see ancient ruins up close, swim and have access to dozens of national parks and monuments. Blanding, Utah–the name sounds bad, but the place is amazing. Listen and learn where you might want to plan your next vacation.
The Abajo Haven Guest Cabins was our Base Camp and Bill was our incredible guide and amazing chef. His ranch and his family are wonderful! His knowledge of the area in encyclopedic. And his ribs are delicious!
The wonderful museum is the Edge of the Cedars State Park and Museum–really it is incredible and has wonderful programs for families.
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by admin on July 10, 2011
They take too long, cost too much and are too much work. Are vacations and holiday times worth it for the family? Why not just stay home? We discuss why they are important even when the family gets stuck in a blizzard driving across Oklahoma or running to catch a connecting flight in 10 minutes.
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by admin on December 5, 2010
Nancy and her family just returned from Florida. Hear about the trip and what everyone liked best. There are tips to make your next trip enjoyable. Also, see the video podcast of Alex at Disney YES and see Nancy’s other podcasts at www.iseekissimmee.com.
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by admin on October 31, 2010
Disneyland and DisneyWorld have an exciting opportunity for families (and a huge discount!). Listen as we discuss the Youth Education Series with Christine DeMichael, Marketing Manager for Disney Youth Programs.
The YES Program allows children from age 5 to Grade 12 participate in an educational experience at a Disney park (ones that are usually reserved only for school groups). Not only do kids get to participate in a great program, but the participants, parents and other family members get to purchase tickets at the deeply discounted group rates (for us it was a discount of 50% off the regular ticket price and saved us $600).
For more information on the individual programs now offered to children who are not attending as a part of a school group, go to http://www.disneyyouth.com/individual-enrollment/.
UPDATE: Check out Alex’s YES Experience
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by admin on October 3, 2010
Amy Eastman, creator of Growing Up Disney, shares insights and answers Nancy’s questions about DisneyWorld. She shares tips for where to eat and play, how to use Rider Swap and PhotoPass, and what a Hidden Mickey is. If you are thinking about going to WDW, listen and learn some great tips.
Amy Suggests:
- Take a stroller even if your kids already walk because they get tired
- Check out Tusker House for a meal in Animal Kingdom
- Get reservations for dining months in advance if you can (we can’t)
- If you can get it, check out the Crystal Palace
- Guest Relations at the front of the park is extremely helpful and will be able to tell you if anyone has reservations open
- Don’t miss the World Showcase
- Check out It’s Tough to Be a Bug and Turtle Talk with Crush
- Go on a morning safari so the animals are out
- The Festival of the Lion King is a great show
- If you have a car lover, check out Lights, Action, Motors
- Look for the Hidden Mickey’s all over the park (there is a guide book to help)
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by admin on September 18, 2010
Thinking about a trip to Sunny Florida? We’re talking with Jill Martin, Family Travel blogger for VisitFlorida.com. You’ll learn where to nurse your baby and fun places in addition to Disney World. We’ll even talk about educational opportunities in Orlando and Cape Canaveral (only an hour away)! Get your bags packed!
Don’t miss Jill’s Blog on VisitFlorida.com and remember that she is looking for questions from our listeners!
Dinosaur World
Wonderworks–the Upside Down Amusement Park
Princess Makeover at Disney
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by admin on August 31, 2010
