Dec 17, 2011

Book Review: (Not-for-Parents) ROME

Lonely Planet's New Series for Kids Rocks

By Lisa T. Bergren 

I adore graphics-rich guide books for adults. Lots of pictures, lots of quick, intriguing info in bite-sized pieces. And I’m an adult.

I also love books about foreign places for kids. As a traveling mom, I’m constantly on the lookout for ways to get my children thinking about where we’re going—before, during and after we’re there. They get so much more out of our travels when I’m successful on this front. Continue reading

Mar 4, 2011

Beach Bliss: Aliso Creek

South Laguna, California

By Lisa T. Bergren

On a perfect February day in Southern California, Jack and I set off for Aliso Beach, long my favorite among So Cal scenic stretches of sand and surf. This was where my husband proposed to me (but alas, he was back in Colorado this day), and where I first took my girls to explore sand and waves and shells.

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Mar 1, 2011

A Perfect Day in Dana Point

Tide pools, jellyfish and tall ships...oh my!

By Lisa T. Bergren

Looking for a perfect family day beside the Pacific? Head to the harbor at Dana Point! Continue reading

Feb 13, 2011

How to Check Your Kid Into Ski School…

Without Losing Your Mind

By Lisa T. Bergren

2 WEEKS + BEFORE ARRIVAL

• Reserve in advance; call or online
• Full day the first day; consider subsequent partial days that you can cancel if you wish (check out cancellation policy); usually you can cancel, but you can’t get a kid into a full class. Continue reading

Nov 9, 2010

Castlewood Canyon Hike

Black Forest, Colorado

By Lisa T. Bergren

Five miles south of Franktown on Hwy 83, is a gem of a state park, Castlewood Canyon. Castlewood offers several trails perfect for families out for an afternoon of hiking and exploring in 2300 acres of protected Black Forest land. Continue reading

Oct 25, 2010

7 Things To Do with Kids in Aspen

Autumn in Aspen, Colorado

By Lisa T. Bergren

Looking for things to do with kids in Aspen, Colorado? Here are seven things I did with my son, Jack (age 7) and he declared them all winners (well, we didn’t get to the Aspen Rec Center, but we wanted to—next time!): Continue reading

Oct 4, 2010

Maroon Bells Creek Hike

Aspen, Colorado

By Lisa T. Bergren

In late September, we took this fabulous fall family hike from Maroon Bells Lake down the Maroon Bells Creek trail with our children (ages 15, 12 and 7). It’s definitely one of the best hikes I’ve ever taken. Continue reading

Jul 27, 2010

Lewis & Clark Caverns

Beneath Montana

By Lisa T. Bergren

Like exploring caves? About forty-five minutes outside of Bozeman, Montana, is a family adventure treasure for kids and adults alike, Montana’s first state park, the Lewis & Clark Caverns.  Continue reading

Jan 31, 2010

3 Days in Rome

Three generations travel together

By Lisa T. Bergren 2007, updated 1/30/10

Our March 2007 trip included grandparents (in their 60s), parents (in their 40s) and three kids (ages 11, 8 and 4). We traveled to Rome-Tuscany-Venice over 12 days. Continue reading

Jan 26, 2010

Entertainment En Route

Passing the Time with Kids on the Road

By Lisa T. Bergren

• Do NOT pre-board with your young children. Send one adult ahead to settle all the stuff in and leave the other adult to keep them running until closer to take-off time. Don’t wander too far, however! Continue reading