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Bama’s Best

Hundreds of thousands of spring breakers may be basking their bodies on Florida’s beaches right now, but the “Sunshine State” is not the only place to live it up while school is out. A recent poll shows that Alabama is becoming a major spring break draw for a variety of revelers, from college co-eds to families with young children. “The Heart of Dixie” has long been a popular southern travel destination, but with a slew of new events taking place within its borders during the springtime, the state is experiencing a new energy. Alabama is also an attractive spot to … Continue reading →

Miss Louisiana Teen USA Busted

“And if I am chosen as Miss Louisiana Teen USA, I promise to…get arrested.” That may not be the answer Miss Louisiana Teen USA gave to the typical question of what she would do if she won the title, but in this case, it turned out to be true. Lindsey Evans, the reigning Miss Louisiana Teen USA, has had her title stripped due to an arrest. It all started when 18 year old Lindsey and friends Jordan James (18), Jennifer Martin (22), and Morgan Goleman (18) went to the Posados Cafe in Bossier City last Saturday night. For whatever reason, … Continue reading →

Family Travel—End of the Summer Deals on Educational Vacations

Score one for procrastinators! We are heading down the home stretch of summer vacation and for families who have yet to hit the road on an annual getaway your delaying a seasonal escape has finally paid off. Numerous hotels in the Washington, D.C. area are offering amazing end of the summer deals. The properties are located near some of the nation’s most historic attractions and can easily serve as the venue for a memory-filled educational vacation for the entire family. Take a look: GEORGETOWN EXPERIENCE For $150 per room per night you will receive accommodations at Georgetown Suites, where you’ll … Continue reading →

Snow Skiing in the Middle of Summer and Where to Get Bugged Out in the Big Easy

It may be sweltering hot in your neck of the woods, but somewhere in the world people are packing on layers of Lycra under their parkas and getting ready to cut into fresh power on snowy slopes. If would rather glide down a mountain on snow skis than navigate wakes on water skis then consider heading to the Southern Hemisphere this summer to tear down the slopes of Argentina and Chile. Some of South America’s most popular ski resorts, such as Bariloche, Argentina, Portillo, Chile, Valle Nevado, Chile, and Termas de Chillan, Chile (where a new casino and volcano-heated spa … Continue reading →

Education Vacation: The National World War II Museum

It’s the one place I wished my grandfather could have visited before he died. My grandpa was a member of the U.S. Army’s highly decorated 100th Battalion, 442nd Infantry. It is the only remaining Infantry unit in the Army Reserve force structure. Many books have chronicled the heroic actions of the members of the 100th Battalion and 442nd Infantry. Many note that none have shed their blood more valiantly for America than the Japanese Americans who served in these units while fighting enemy forces in Europe during World War II. My grandfather was a proud member of this elite group … Continue reading →

Even More Kid-Friendly Vacation Destinations with Meaning

All this week I have been focusing on the upcoming spring break vacation season (after all, Easter is just two months away). Typically, it’s a time when parents take advantage of their children’s break from classes and head off on a family adventure. But instead of making a beeline to mingle with oversized mice in California or Florida, perhaps this year you could consider taking a trip that offers more educational value. As I mentioned in my previous blogs, vacations are great opportunities to learn about new cultures and take part in hands-on history lessons, especially if you choose the … Continue reading →

Kids Score Big On Maui

I love autumn. It’s my favorite time of the year. Unfortunately, it goes by way too quickly and it’s always followed by the season I dread the most—winter. I grew up in Hawaii and now live in Wisconsin where the winters usually last about 9 months. Each year I find myself having to dig deeper and deeper to find the fortitude to withstand yet another round of brutal winter weather. Thankfully, my family still lives in Hawaii and winter is the ideal time to go home for a visit. There is very little that a few weeks in the Hawaiian … Continue reading →

Travel Tidbits: Worth The Trip

Taking a family vacation often involves meticulous planning and more importantly, careful budgeting. If you haven’t gotten started on either these next travel treats may offer incentive for you to do so. One doesn’t take place until next summer (which gives you ample time to sock some money away) and the other is a priceless and popular mainstay in paradise. MINNESOTA Attention all “Star Wars” fans: Now is the time to start planning for the next great adventure involving your favorite movie characters. It requires traveling to Minnesota, but at least it will be during a time when the weather … Continue reading →