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Castello di Amorosa, a great family friendly winery in Napa Valley

Beyond the Vines: Things to do in Napa Valley with Kids

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!

Family-Friendly Hotels in Napa Valley

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.

Kid Friendly Wineries in Napa Valley. They do Exist.

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.

You Can Go Wine Tasting with Kids…With a Little Planning

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.

Seriously FUN Things to do in Telluride in Summer

Most people know Telluride, Colorado for its world-class skiing. After all, there are 1,700 acres of powder that entice visitors every winter. That, coupled with the fact that Telluride sees the sun for 300 days, and gets 300+ inches...

Yes, there are beaches in Colorado! Click over to view theTop Colorado Beaches to visit this summer.

Beaches in Colorado? Yes they do exist.

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

28 Family Friendly Wineries in California to Sip-in

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.

Best Things to Do in Sonoma County with Tweens and Teens

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.

Things to do in Fredricksburg: ENCHANTED ROCK

Things to do in Fredericksburg, Texas With Kids

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”.

15 things to do in Breckenridge besides skiing

20 Things to Do in Breckenridge…besides skiing

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.

Three Perfect Pairings for Wine Tasting and Golfing

By Jordan Fuller, guest writer Golf and wine often go hand-in-hand as two classy experiences. But, can we really do both on a single trip? Yes. Having spent the last year traveling around the United States and visiting more...

Experiencing Munich on Two Wheels…with kids

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...

TOP PLACE TO STAY IN COLORADO SPRINGS - The Broadmoor, Great Wolf Lodge and Cheyenne Mountain Resort. Click over to find out why.

Check-In: Hotel review of the Great Wolf Lodge in Colorado Springs

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,...

Discovering Summit County’s Hidden Gem…Frisco, Colorado

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.

The Desert Botanic Garden in Phoenix is must see.

Fun Things to Do in the Phoenix Area

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...

Best Things to do in Colorado Springs – Olympic City USA

Sixty miles south of Denver you’ll find Colorado’s second largest city – Colorado Springs, aka Olympic City USA, which is home to an Olympic sized history, attractions, activities and amazing resorts. This summer the Princesses and I spent a...

Redefining Traveling with Booster Seats: Mifold Grab and Go Booster Seat Review

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...

Yurt living at Snow Mountain Ranch. Click over for the full review.

Family camping turns glamping in the yurts at Snow Mountain Ranch

This summer we have been all over the map, including a quick getaway to Snow Mountain Ranch outside of Winter Park, Colorado. I was invited to come and check out what Yurt living is all about. I admit, I’m...

Take me fishing! 4 steps for success when fishing with kids

By Jon Sutton, Guest Contributor Fishing is a great way to spend a little time on your next vacation – especially if you are traveling with your children. Most kids love to pull fish out of the water, and...

Pool and Swimming Safety Don’t Go On Vacation…Even When You Do

We were at Disney World in July, in other words during the hottest time of the year. Having spent the morning at the park we headed to the pool to cool off for the afternoon. Luckily for us –...

Incredible fishing and camping adventures…in the state of New York?!?

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...

Looking for the best ways to earn reward points for travel? Here are some of the top tips picking the best travel rewards credit cards

Tips for Picking a Travel Rewards Credit Card

“What are some of the best ways to earn points for travel?” It’s a question I’m often asked and one with so many answers. For my family, earning loyalty reward points we can redeem for travel has become a...

Family Fun in Pittsburgh: 10 Fun Things to Do in Pittsburgh with Kids

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...

Top Things to Do in Philadelphia With Kids

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.

Brooklyn Travel Guide

This post is originally from IHG’s Brookyln Travel Guide. The distinct culture, deep-rooted history and magnetic energy of Brooklyn make it one of the most beloved and revered destinations in America. Celebrated around the world for its big-city excitement...

Top 11 Things to do in San Juan with Kids

I love Puerto Rico. When I’m watching the snow fall and bundling up because it’s 10 degrees in Colorado, I can’t help but want to escape to the beautiful 85-degree weather in Puerto Rico. It’s one of my absolute...

21 Places to Take Kids in Colorado (before they grow up)

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

Best spots for family fishing vacations you don’t know about…yet.

Fishing with family? Nine of the best family fishing vacation spots. By Ted Thomas, contributing writer If you are planning for an excellent family vacation on any fish-oriented place, then you are on the right track. It is quite...

Check-In: Residence Inn Breckenridge, Colorado

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...

Taking an EPIC Family Vacation…is Possible

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...

Four Great Reasons To Travel Internationally With Your Kids

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...

Family Ski Trip Tips to Save Money Skiing. Click over to Carpe Travel for 30 tips to help you save money on your family ski trip.

31 Ways to a Save Money on Your Next Family Ski Trip!

Hitting the slopes this ski season? Don’t want to spend a fortune doing so? Living in Colorado it’s easy for our family to make regular pilgrimages to enjoy the powder but we’ve had to learn – and implement – ...

New Orleans Most Haunted

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...

Denver Mint tours are worth their weight in gold

Who would have thought that penny in your pocket could be so interesting…or that it was made just a few miles from my house at the Denver Mint? In fact, nearly all the coins in your pocket may be...

Arts in the Open - a great family event at

Theatre Hikes at Chautauqua Park Boulder

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...

Hiking with Kids: Top Steamboat Springs Hiking Trails

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...

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