Many years ago I saw a segment on the Today show about a store in Alabama that sold items from lost luggage. After the airlines do all they can do to identify a lost suitcase the entire bag is sold to Unclaimed Baggage. Here is the segment that piqued my interest: I finally got a …
Flying with kids this summer? I know, the thought can be overwhelming. Sometimes just getting your kids to the grocery store or playground is daunting. There are so many things to think about: what to pack, what to eat, what if someone gets sick or won’t stop crying? The more you travel with your kids, …
Cathedral Caverns, located in northeast Alabama, is a spectacular sight for the whole family. Now an Alabama state park, the cave has paved walking trails that are accessible to strollers and wheelchairs. It is a great first cave experience for the whole family. History of the Cave The caverns were originally occupied by native Americans. …
The Gateway Arch in St Louis, Missouri is one of America’s great landmarks. If your family has a ‘bucket list’, then a trip to the top of the Arch should definitely be on it! The Arch was built between 1963 and 1965. It was opened to the public in 1967. At 630 feet, the Gateway …
Did you know that Mardi Gras was born in Mobile, Alabama? Me neither. But they set me straight pretty quick at the Mobile Carnival Museum! Mardi Gras is presented as a family friendly kind of event in Mobile. You see lots of children in the pictures of Mobile Mardi Gras crowds. So, in that sense, …
Do you have a kid who wants to be a firefighter? Then this museum stop is a must when visiting Charleston. It is not too big and has interactive displays that both kids and parents can enjoy. When you first enter there is a great steam powered engine from the 19th Century to see in …
On our recent trip to Pigeon Forge we were absolutely amazed by all of the unique buildings that line both sides of the Parkway. However, none caught our attention quite like the massive castle at the Hollywood Wax Museum Entertainment Center! My kids knew immediately that this was somewhere we were going to want to …