Sometimes people think all the desert offers are cacti and sunsets, and while we have plenty of both, we also have gorgeous fall weather and plenty of places to go for weekend road trips!
Here are a few of my favorite weekend...
There seems to be a love-hate relationship when I think about traveling with my daughter, for sure. I love spending time with my family creating fun memories on vacation, but getting to and from there is always an interesting experience. ...
I honestly believe Arizona is the most beautiful home I could ever ask for. Surrounded by sunlight and warmth, I'm not sure there are many other places I'd rather raise my wildlings. We rarely spend our days inside and...
The Omni Dallas Hotel hosted North Phoenix Moms Blog & fellow City Moms Blog Network site owners, and as a thank you, we’re providing this review & giveaway. All opinions are 100% our own!
Last year City Moms Blog held their...
We all know self-care is so important yet many of us rarely act on it in ways that will do our souls good. Having learned my limitations and when to take a break, I decided that my 40th birthday...
I am that typical, wanderlust filled chick. I am the woman that would get a tattoo of the world, or the mountains, or ocean, or all three! I love traveling. My husband and I have both traveled far and...
Last month I gave some tips for preparing for a trip and getting through the airport. Today I’ll share some ideas on how to keep your little ones busy on the actual plane flight.
Car seat or not?
A difficult decision when...
Since my son was born, I have been looking forward to taking him to Disneyland (not an exaggeration). I have such fond memories going there as a child that I couldn’t wait to share these memories with my son....
In the last 3 years our family has gone on (3) 2 week long road trips. The first trip was with our then 13 month old, CLOTH DIAPERED, daughter. Our second trip was with our then 2 year old daughter...
After a year and a half of back-to-back Zoom meetings, we could all use a weekend to unplug.
Unplugging as a family, especially as a couple, has tremendous benefits and has the potential to improve our relationships with one another....
We recently took a family vacation in and around Arizona and it was amazing! Be sure to read my recent post on how to travel with kids here, because this is the perfect vacation to bring your kids on....
I admit it....I love suburbia. The perfect combination of community, recreation, and retail with the convenience of being adjacent to a big city such as Phoenix. The Valley of the Sun is chock full of suburbia. But there are...
So you’ve decided to embark on an international trip with your precious toddler or young school aged children—you are in for one amazing ride. Our family just returned from a wonderful European vacation and while it wasn’t all smooth...
This post was sponsored by our partners at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
SHARE A SUMMER OF MEMORIES WITH FOUR SEASONS RESORT SCOTTSDALE AT TROON NORTH
Every summer has a story to tell, whether it is time as a family,...
When it comes to traveling, having an endless supply of food and snacks is a must. During a long flight to Florida from Arizona I was prepped with tons of snacks for the long flight. I even had them...
Last summer in an effort to beat the heat and save money, our family purchased a Groupon for the Arizona Science Center. The offer provided unlimited visits for a family of four from Memorial Day to Labor Day for...
We recently enjoyed a little staycation and family time before the rush of back to school. I love a good local trip to reset the whole family. It’s so easy to throw everything in the car and head down...
I had never been camping until a few years ago when my husband and I thought it would be a fun tradition for our family to start. Our first trip was not long after our oldest daughter turned two....
Here are some handy tips for any and all
parents, grandparents, and brave adults to help you
survive flying with baby!
Our son was born in March 2015; to date, we’ve taken him on four major trips (one involving a three-hour layover), and...
When planning a short fun-filled local vacation, Williams Arizona came up on my radar. Williams is considered the “Gateway to the Grand Canyon” with a mix of modern and past railways and trains along with the charm of old...
Make this a summer to remember with a getaway to Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, with weekday rates beginning at $189 per night, June 1 – Aug. 31, 2017. Experience sunrise hikes to adjacent Pinnacle Peak Park, dining al fresco...
I can remember it clearly...my very first, and one of very few, camping trips with my family. I was about 12 years old, and my big sister had just started her Freshman year at NAU. Living in Tucson, the...
Are you looking for a date night idea that is different than the traditional dinner and a movie? Also something you could do in a couple hours (because, hello - babysitters are expensive!) or even something you could do...
This post was written and sponsored by our partners at the Children's Museum of Phoenix
Why Children's Museums are Important
Have you ever visited a children's museum? If you haven't, have you ever wondered what might be inside? Children's museums are magical spaces...
Hiking in Arizona offers an incredible opportunity for families to connect with nature and create lasting memories. Beyond the breathtaking landscapes and scenic trails, Arizona's diverse wildlife and flowers add an extra layer of excitement for your family to...
Things-To-Do
Arizona Science Center: Trading Happy Hour for Snow Explosions
Ah, the glory days of happy hour—when I could sip cocktails, laugh with friends, and somehow still make it to closing time. Fast forward...
