In March 2023, we visited Steamboat Springs, Colorado, which is a dazzling winter wonderland offering an array of adventures, delicious cuisine, and relaxation. As a family that loves to ski, we were thrilled to embark on this trip. However, things took an unexpected turn when our oldest son, Connor, broke his foot a week before the trip. Though it limited our skiing, we embraced the situation and uncovered unique experiences, great dining options, and some winter fun that ma

Costa Rica is a paradise for adventure seekers, and our recent trip to this Central American gem was nothing short of spectacular! In July of 2025, we spent four exhilarating nights in La Fortuna at Los Lagos, where we immersed ourselves in nature through hanging bridges, volcano hikes, zip-lining, waterfall rappelling, and white-water rafting. After that, we headed to Manuel Antonio for three nights at Hotel San Bada, where we explored the national park, surfed the waves, an

In March of 2025, as winter begins to fade and spring starts to bloom, there’s no better place to embrace the last blasts of winter than Banff, Alberta. Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Banff is a breathtaking national park that offers stunning views, exciting outdoor adventures, and some of the best skiing experiences in the world. This past spring, the urge to hit the slopes took us to Banff Sunshine and Lake Louise, where we enjoyed fantastic skiing as well as

The sunrise view from our rental in Tahoe City. It was magical. Ryan and I have skied Tahoe a handful of times, so our boys have always wanted to go because of how often we talked about it! This year, we finally packed our gear and hit the slopes. Traveling with teenagers can be a blast, and I knew the breathtaking mountains and exciting ski runs would spark their enthusiasm. Join me as I share our memorable skiing experience in Lake Tahoe and all the family fun we had along