USA Self-Guided Itineraries & Day Trips

San Diego is an amazing place to visit. It provides the iconic California feeling of sun, the ocean and simple energy. When it comes to finding fun things to do in San Diego with kids, there are simply too many to list in an article. From my many trips to the San Diego area I have gathered my favorite things to do in San Diego with kids, from seeing sea lions at La Jolla, to theme parks and simply hanging out at the beach. So come along with me as we explore San Diego for families.

Bishop California, sits at the bottom of the Sierra mountain range and provides easy access to beautiful lakes and gorgeous hiking. In addition Bishop can serve as a great base for exploring the area by taking a few beautiful day trips South and North. Read more as we explore my favorite things to do in Bishop California.

Planning a family trip? Discover the 10 best things to do in Santa Barbara with kids, organized geographically from Cabrillo Boulevard to the Mission. This guide covers the top Santa Barbara activities for kids, including free beaches, interactive museums, and outdoor spots.

With the COVID-19 restrictions finally easing up, travel and tourism are starting to bounce back as well. A study done by AARP Research reflects this positive trend, showing that 77% of Americans feel it is safe to vacation this year. As well, since most of us have been stuck at home for the past two years, many of those who had travel plans have enough money and vacation time saved that they are eager to use. A recent poll indicates that most older American adults are willing to shell out up to $8,369 for their vacation.

Sacramento is the capital of California and as such it has lots of historical places to visit. Founded in 1848 at the confluence of the American and Sacramento rivers, the city of Sacramento has become the center of California politics and life. Read along as we explore the best things to do in Sacramento.

Sacramento is the capital of the state of California. While California itself is a relatively new state, Sacramento’s history is tied with the state from before California’s beginning. As such, the area around Sacramento is filled with beautiful places to visit. Read on about my favorite day trips from Sacramento.

With several rides for your young ones and with the entire park filled with family friendly rides, this is the perfect place for the whole family to enjoy. In this article I will be sharing my best Disneyland rides for the entire family and especially for teenagers.