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10 Free Things to Do in St. Louis that are Really Nice + 1 Indoor Playground that is Worth the Price

St. Louis, Missouri Looking for a fun family vacation destination? "Meet Me in St. Louis!" as the song goes. It's my childhood home that I still visit quite often. I love that you can have a great time in St. Louis and spend much less than you would in other cities. How about free concerts, free fireworks, a free day at the zoo, time … [Read more...]

25 Things Older Kids Can Do This Summer that Teach Them Life Skills

Older kids can have fun this summer without a lot of money.  There's more to do than just work on that tan! They can learn some life skills that they can actually use. They can broaden their scope to learn about others and give a helping hand to those in need. And they can chalk up some good activities to list on their college applications! 1.  … [Read more...]

8 Perfect Summer Lake Towns

Want a relaxing vacation by a beautiful lake? It's a perfect way to make great memories with the family!   Here are some wonderful lake towns with plenty of charm. You can fish, swim, run on the beach, snooze on the beach, explore the local attractions, or take a relaxing walk. Build sand castles and skip rocks on the water. Rent a … [Read more...]

10 Small Towns with Wild Outdoor Adventures

Some people really want an active vacation. If your idea of a great vacation includes kayaking, mountain biking, fly fishing, dogsledding, skiing, rafting, kiteboarding, windsurfing, hiking in the mountains, playing with the wolves, snow tubing, and/or rock climbing, have we got places for you!Click the title of this post for the link at USAToday. … [Read more...]

Sew Very Cool Neck Cooler

Why did I find this at the end of the summer?! Well, it's still hot in a lot of places. You've probably seen these for sale, but why not make one/some in fabrics you like. You can even make them a different width and/or have longer "tails" to make it look more like a scarf and not be so obvious or dorky. These really do keep you cool, but they … [Read more...]

15 Places Every American Should See

Your list might differ from this list, but it's a good place to start. The comments section is very good too. The original article is titled 15 Places Every Kid Should See, but all Americans should make the pilgramage to these sites, IMHO.Click title for link at BudgetTravel. I've added this site to my list of favorite sites on the right sidebar … [Read more...]

The Top 10 US Beaches

Do you live near any of these beaches? If not, how about a little trip to check out the nearest one? I love the beach. Not only is it really relaxing, it works for just about all ages in the family.Pack a book, a blanket, and the sunscreen. It's a great way to enjoy summer.Click title for link at BingTravel. … [Read more...]

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