Below are the main adventure categories my family gravitates to when traveling the world. They are broken up into several adventure categories to make finding specific travel guides easier. Click on a category that looks interesting to you. Get inspiration for your family travels and instead of just visiting a place, experience it through adventure!
Water adventures
Hiking the Captain Cook Monument on Big Island, A Step-By-Step Guide
By Eric | Updated May 17, 2024 Estimated reading time: 13 minutes Hiking to the Captain Cook Monument offers some …
Snorkel Two Step Beach: All You Need to Know
Hōnaunau Bay, also known as Two Step Beach, is a popular snorkeling, swimming, and diving spot on the Big Island …
Best Directions to the Champagne Spa in Boat Harbour, Port Stephens
How to find the most beautiful rock pool in Australia. Finding the Champagne Spa in Boat Harbour, Port Stephens is …
Things to Know Before Swimming With Manatees in Crystal River
Nestled along the picturesque Gulf Coast in Citrus County, Crystal River, Florida, represents a unique convergence of natural beauty and …
Adventures on Land
The Best Ways to Get to Survival Beach in Aguadilla
During our 8-week visit in Puerto Rico, our family was able to hike and horseback to Survival Beach in Aguadilla …
Hiking the Captain Cook Monument on Big Island, A Step-By-Step Guide
By Eric | Updated May 17, 2024 Estimated reading time: 13 minutes Hiking to the Captain Cook Monument offers some …
Walk the Sydney Harbour Bridge (for Free!)
The Sydney Harbour Bridge, an iconic Australian landmark, connects Sydney’s northern and southern sides. Known as the “Coathanger,” this massive …
The Ultimate Guide to Sandboarding Stockton Sand Dunes
On our recent trip to Australia my family went on an incredible excursion to Stockton Beach. There, we discovered sandboarding …
Underground Adventures
Top 14 Tips for Visiting Linville Caverns in North Carolina
In the heart of western North Carolina’s majestic mountains is Linville Caverns, my family explored a unique subterranean world that …
Finding Glowworms in the Caves of Lake Rotoiti, New Zealand
There are only a handful of places in the world where you can see glowworms, with New Zealand being one …
Adventures in the Sky
Mauna Kea Observatory: Stargazing and Summit Tour
Mauna Kea Observatory is a stargazer’s dream destination! Are you seeking a travel destination offering exceptional natural beauty and intriguing …
How and When to See the Northern Lights in Alaska
This comprehensive guide highlights visiting Alaska from September to April to view the Northern Lights, with optimal chances near Fairbanks …
Adventures in Nature
What It’s Like Camel Riding in Port Stephens, Australia
Camel riding in Australia is a bucket list adventure for any outdoor and animal enthusiast! Australia, well-known for its exotic …
Things to Do at Featherdale Wildlife Park in Sydney
If you’re looking to get up close and personal with native Australian animals, Featherdale Wildlife Park is the perfect destination. Sydney, …
Cage Diving with Great White Sharks: Stewart Island, NZ
Is New Zealand the most underrated place to dive with great white sharks? I think it might be! I want …
Pine Knoll Shores Aquarium Guide (+ behind the scenes tour)
Nestled in the heart of North Carolina’s stunning coastline is a hidden gem that ocean enthusiasts and families should not …
Cultural Adventures
Kona Coffee Farm Tours and Tastings
Take at least one guided Kona coffee tour if you’re on the Big Island. The Big Island is home to …
Explore the Painted Church (St. Benedict) in Kona
Welcome to one of my favorite and one of the most colorful churches in South Kona – St. Benedict Catholic …
Chateau de Chambord: More than Salamanders and Staircases
If you’re traveling to Paris with an adventurous family like mine, you’re undoubtedly wondering what to do near a huge …
The Vanillerie: Tour a Vanilla Bean Farm on the Big Island
Venturing into the heart of the Big Island, one discovers the aromatic world of the Vanillerie—a farm where the air …