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48 Hours at Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Lesley | 1 Comments

Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort is quite possibly one of the best resorts in California to get away from city life and back to nature. The secluded hideaway offers 73 telephone and television free rooms and suites, over 50 miles of horseback riding trails, a 100-acre lake, two 18-hole championship golf courses, air-riffle and archery lessons, boat rentals, Fitness Center…

What to Pack When Traveling to Europe with a Toddler

Posted on September 14, 2014 by Lesley | 0 Comments

I’d be lying if I said our recent 12 day trip to Germany was easy. It wasn’t. Athena, my rambunctious toddler, cried a lot. She was tired for the first two days of the trip and rarely slept when she should, leaving me exhausted and with only a couple hours sleep a night. There is no question in my mind that…

The 5 Senses of Flavour – Dining at The Deck on Laguna Beach

Posted on September 12, 2014 by Lesley | 1 Comments

We’re influenced by our environment when we eat or drink. Like Pavlov’s dog, we pick up on cues and use them to infer what our experience will be – how tasty something is, how much we’ll like it. Don’t believe me? Think about the temperature in restaurants. When it’s colder, you eat more. Or when you smell popcorn, your mouth…

We had a Great Time at Adventure City Until This Happened‏

Posted on September 9, 2014 by Lesley | 2 Comments

We’re back home in SoCal for three weeks, but that doesn’t mean we can’t have awesome adventures and new, unique experiences right here at our doorstep. Adventure City was on the list for this weekend. With 10 child-friendly rides, a rock climbing wall, a petting farm, a children’s theater, and an arcade, Adventure City is definitely worth the 5 Freeway…

Video Editing with GoPro Studio

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Lesley | 0 Comments

We have been shooting tons of GoPro footage over the last few years, but it’s been wasting away on a hard drive, unseen and unedited. GoPro Studio is a quick and easy solution to the problem. We’ve gone through a few of our trips and used the GoPro Studio Templates to create short video reminders of the fun we’ve been…

An Evening Out in SoCal at Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Lesley | 1 Comments

When I’m home in Southern California, we usually spend our evenings watching movies or playing games from the comfort of our own living room. It’s just easier with a toddler to do things at home. My recent trip to Germany with Athena in tow proved that getting out in the evening is not only possible but fun for the whole…

The Best Alternative to Caribbean Resorts – Kinderhotel‏ Oberjoch

Posted on September 2, 2014 by Lesley | 2 Comments

Most American families opt for all-inclusive, Caribbean resorts for their family vacation. It’s easy and provides tons of options for all family members. Naively, I assumed it was the only legitimate option as well, but I recently discovered Kinderhotel Oberjoch in Germany. It’s the most toddler-friendly, all-inclusive property that I’ve visited and the best alternative to all-inclusive, Caribbean resorts. If you…

5 Less Popular Cities Worth Visiting in Germany‏

Posted on September 2, 2014 by Lesley | 2 Comments

Best known for its famous Oktoberfest, Germany is a popular tourist destination. It’s home to some of Europe’s most beautiful scenery, fairy tale castles, historical sights, and lively night life. While we all know Berlin, Frankfurt, and Munich, there are several smaller German destinations well-worth a visit. Here’s an overview of 5 less popular cities worth visiting in Germany. Garmisch Partenkirchen…

Top Ten Bucket List Activities in Germany (Toddler Edition)‏

Posted on September 1, 2014 by Lesley | 1 Comments

There’s no shortage of awesome adventures in Germany; from wingsuit flying to paragliding over the Alps, you can do it all. What sights should you visit when traveling with your family, especially young children though? Most families assume that because they have young children, they should stick to all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean but it doesn’t have to be that way….

Best Toddler Moment of the Germany Trip – Affenberg Salem

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Lesley | 1 Comments

The weather in Germany, with rain showers daily, hasn’t been ideal for touring. Try standing at a bus station with a soaking wet toddler and explaining that the bus still won’t be here for 20 minutes and you’ll understand. When I saw Affenburg Salem, a trail that leads through the home area of about 200 monkeys, on our schedule, I…