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We’ve uncorked a slew of things to do in Napa Valley with kids to pair with your next visit. To be honest, a lot of these things are fun without kids too!

Doing wine country without the whine = staying at family friendly resorts or hotels. Here are a few family friendly hotels in Napa Valley to check into.

Napa Valley + Kids = Wine Tasting??? Yes. Welcome to the era of kid friendly wineries in Napa Valley!!! We have a few everyone will love to sip-in.

Wine tasting with kids is totally do-able, with a little planning. These tips to help create a beautiful pairing when wine tasting with kids.

Colorado beaches are one of the states best-kept secrets. Take a dip in the top beaches in Colorado this summer.

There are so many activities beyond wine tasting that wineries are offering to make them more of family friendly winery. Here are the top kid friendly wineries in California to sip in with your kids.

Sonoma wine country a family destination?! Yes, it can be. Here some of the best things to do in Sonoma County with tweens and teens to create the perfect pairing.

Fredericksburg is a well-known wine destination in the Texas Hill Country, but there are lots of things to do in Fredericksburg as a family or rather “beyond the vine”.

Breckenridge is certainly known for skiing, but there are so many other things to in Breckenridge do besides skiing. Take a look at the other side of Breckenridge.

A guide to Redstone Colorado – things to do, where to stay, eat and more.

In-depth review of a family bike tour in Munich with Fat Tire Munich During our European summer adventure, we spent several days in Munich, Germany. During that time one of the big adventures was a bike tour of the city with Fat Tire Munich. Given we had only two full days in Munich, it was …

Life Changes When You Have Little Ones, But That Doesn’t Mean You Have to Stop Traveling

Great Wolf Lodge Defines “Great” for Kids If you find yourself in Colorado Springs needing a place to stay my favorites are The Broadmoor, Cheyenne Mountain Resort, and the Great Wolf Lodge. Each of these resorts offer amazing experiences, ones you may end up not wanting to leave the resort, but you should given all …

Carpe Travel’s guide on things to do in Frisco, CO – where to stay, eat and play – helps you do Frisco right, and more affordably than neighboring ski resorts.

This post was brought to you by IHG, all opinions are my own It’s nearly spring break and Phoenix is on my mind… It’s been one of our top spring break destinations for the last few year and I’m thinking we may have to get back there this March. Within a few weeks, I’m sure …

60 miles south of Denver is Colorado Springs – aka OlympicCityUSA – complete with Olympic sized history, attractions, activities and resorts.Top things to do in Colorado Springs.

Several years ago, I saw a video for a start-up company for a product they dubbed as “the most advanced, compact and portable booster seats – EVER”. At the time both my girls were still in booster seats so this definitely peeked my interest. To have a grab-in-go booster that fits inside my purse or …

By Iben Ayad, Founder of Outdoor Times When people think of New York many automatically think of skyscrapers and crowded city streets. There is a lot more to New York including some of the most beautiful and wide open spaces. That is the very reason why so many visit this states many campgrounds each year …

This post was created in collaboration with Hotel Planner. Pittsburgh is regularly considered one of the most livable cities in the world, given its active communities, parks, museums, economy, rich history, and everything else it has to offer. With this, one would assume that Pittsburgh is also one of the cities people should most visit. …

From historical icons to the culinary and sports scenes, there are so many things to do in Philadelphia with kids. Carpe Travel has the MUST DO list here.

San Juan has a lot to offer kids of all ages, even if those kids happen to be adults. Carpe Travel has narrowed it down to 11 top things to do with kids in San Juan.

Memories and experience last a lifetime. This list of places to take kids in Colorado – before they grow up – will help you get out there and make some.

The Residence Inn in Breckenridge, Colorado is one of first new hotels in Breckenridge in several years. And, a much needed addition to support the growing number of visitors heading to the popular Colorado ski town. Even in just its first few weeks, the hotel is booked and buzzing with guests. I was invited to …

As a parent the work never stops, even on a vacation. There’s little people who need to be fed. Activities to be planned that make everyone happy. Backpacks, snacks, water bottles and epi pens to keep up with. Playing lifeguard at the pool when all you really want to do is sit and sip a …

By Chris Price, Contributing Writer When it comes to traveling, many couples would rather leave the kids at home than drag them along for the ride. There are some pretty good reasons to leave children with grandparents or other trusted family members or friends when traveling. These include reduced expenses and some nice alone time …

New Orleans creepiest places to catch the paranormal By: Guest Blogger, Allison Michelle Dienstman As the home of Jazz, Cajun food, and the yearly Mardis Gras celebration, New Orleans has a special place in American culture. Yet aside from these well-known customs, The Big Easy has also become notorious for legends of the paranormal. While …

The Denver Mint is one of the few Mints in the United States that offers tours. Our editor – and her kids – share their full review.

This post has been updated since its original posting on August, 2014. Do you like to hike? What about see live theatre performances? Did you know you can do both at the same time? Arts in the Open, formally known as Colorado Theatre-Hikes combines the two – an outdoor hike with amazing views paired with …

Winter in Steamboat Springs, Colorado may be filled with skiing, sleigh rides, sledding and snowmobiling but summer has even more activities to offer. Hot Springs. Rafting. Camping. Biking. Hiking. And more… Given that hiking tops our list of family summer activities in Colorado I’ve rounded up seven easy Steamboat Springs hiking trails that are perfect …

Colorado’s “last great ski town” has a lot to offer those who want to skip the slopes. Click over for ideas on fun and unique things to do in Crested Butte.

Camping should be easy…at least finding a campsite should be. But, it’s not. This I have learned the hard way. It actually requires A LOT of advance planning. And, that’s just summer car camping in Colorado. If you want to go camping in the Grand Canyon, well that’s an entirely different game. One I can’t …

Looking to experience the REAL Cancun? Spend a day volunteering in Cancun to get a truly unique and rewarding experience. Carpe Travel tells you how. 

The summer has come to a close but that doesn’t mean hiking has ended, at least not yet. With a few weeks left before the snow sets in on the Rocky Mountains we headed up to high country to see the fall foliage in Aspen, Colorado. It was the first time the kids had been …

While Breckenridge might be known more for its winter sports, visiting in the summer is a must and hiking in Breckenridge is an absolute. There are hundreds of hiking trails in Breckenridge, from “easy” to “moderate” to “hard” to “crazy hard” to “what the heck are you thinking”. Since we are barely able to do …

Take a look at a few of the amazing activities Steamboat Springs can offer your child. They are sure to have a blast – no matter the season. Things to do in Steamboat Springs with Kids

It was a quick stop into Panera Bread, a turkey sandwich for me, and a peanut butter and jelly sandwich for Princess One. Three bites into her PB&J my then three-year-old began screaming. Not the tantrum type of screams but the blood curdling, something is seriously wrong kind of scream. That was the day we …

Looking for kid friendly hikes near Denver aka easy hikes near Denver? Check this list and then get out there!

There are a lot of places to stay in Las Vegas, even more places to play. A short list of non-gaming hotels in Las Vegas.

As part of our National Lampoons Family Road Trip we headed back to my now, not so small hometown of Grapevine, TX. When I was growing up there were not very many things to do in Grapevine besides fishing at Grapevine Lake, which I did a lot of, swimming at Dove Pool and feeding the …

Click through for an in-depth review (and photos) of The Wigwam Resort in Phoenix Arizona.

The horses came around the bend, kicking up snow as they ran toward the lodge pulling the sleigh. Squeals of excitement came from behind me and both girls began running ahead, eager to pick the sleigh – and horses – that would carry us to a backcountry tent for a secluded dinner. For the last …

I don’t believe stress free travel can always exist, but these tips from the “stress expert” can help reduce stress so you enjoy your vacation more.

My grandfather ran five miles a day and played golf until his mid 80’s. My cousin, in her mid-70’s skied ever week in Aspen during the winter months and hiked 14rs in the summer. They are two of my physical inspirations and what I want to be when I’m older. So I run. I spin. …

Darren Ashley, contributing writer With a number of things to consider when looking to live in Italy with kids – be it for the summers or full-time – decisions aren’t made quickly and locations need to be researched meticulously. Having some useful insider information can therefore be vital when searching for a location which appeals …

Hammonds Candy tour isa sweet piece of Denver history that has forever changed my thoughts on the art of candy making. Full review.

How do you pack for two kids and yourself in one carry-on? And should you take a stroller and a car seat? Traveling with kids can be hard. Ok, it can be exhausting and expensive but, it’s worth it…especially when you have a few travel hacks up your sleeve. Over the last six years I’ve …

It’s hardly any surprise that cruise ship holidays have become popular among families in recent years. This type of getaway originally was favored by an older generation, but both young and old are now setting sail to any number of worldwide destinations. Cruise holidays are quite the no brainer for families due to the hassle …

What are the top three things to do in Glenwood Springs, Colorado? Click over to find out.

Looking for easy hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park? This list outlines seven family friendly hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park.

When I think of the YMCA, I tend to think of Carolina, my spin instructor who likes to push me to my limits every week. I have never thought of the YMCA as a vacation destination, until now… Living in Denver, I’ve made my way to Estes Park on several occasions to hike, fish and …