Road trips with kids can transform a simple drive into an unforgettable adventure, but careful planning is key to a smooth journey. Pack a variety of engaging activities to combat the inevitable “Are we there yet?” moments. Think beyond screens: audiobooks, travel games like “I Spy” or license plate bingo, and creative supplies like coloring…
This Saturday, February 23rd the Cinch World’s Toughest Rodeo is coming to the PNC Arena in Raleigh, NC. Cinch World’s Toughest Rodeo features three fan-favorite events, bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, and the most extreme sport, bull riding. Twelve contestants will compete for the chance to return for a second ride in the thrilling “Winner…
When traveling, I’ve found that it can be difficult to find affordable options if you have more than 4 or 5 people in your family. We love to travel, but we also don’t like spending a ton of money on said travel. I’ve become quite good at planning affordable vacations for our large family. Here…
Cirque du Soleil Corteo is in Raleigh, NC until Sunday, February 10th and it’s a must see show. I had the privilege of attending the opening show last night and it was utter magic. About Corteo The clown Mauro has passed, but his spirit is still with us. Instead of mourning, the funeral cortege celebrates…
For Abel’s 4th birthday we booked a Backyard Miner’s Birthday Package from Treasure Quest Mining. Treasure Quest Mining is an indoor gem mining experience and prehistoric gift shop located in Apex, North Carolina. I took the boys to Treasure Quest several months ago while they were tracked out and they absolutely loved it. We bought…
Our family has been visiting Great Wolf Lodge for several years, and it’s one of our favorite places. On our most recent trip to Great Wolf Lodge, I noticed a lot of large families with 4 or more children. What I really love about Great Wolf Lodge is that it’s super family-friendly, especially for larger families….
We’ve visited dozens of parks and playgrounds throughout the Raleigh area over the past few years. There are two different parks systems in this area: Wake County Parks primarily consist of historic sites and nature preserves, however, they do offer a lot of amenities and great outdoor spaces. These parks are located throughout Wake County….
Wake County has great parks, and we’ve visited many of them over the past several years but one of our favorites (because it’s so close to our house) is Historic Oak View. Historic Oak View County Park is a 19th-century historic farmstead that aims to interpret North Carolina’s agricultural heritage and rural history via educational…
One of the many things North Carolina is known for is the gorgeous views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This state allows for so many fun activities and adventures, such as hiking, camping, and even relaxing while taking in the beautiful views. If you are headed this way, don’t forget to visit these 4 places…