50+ Road Trip Stops for Book Lovers of All Ages (Free Map)
Buckle up, book lovers… This is your interactive map of road trip stops worth extending your route for. A map of 50+ places for book lovers of all ages, from creaky-waterfall book mills to iconic author’s homes and storybook parks sized for little legs. We built this completely custom, one-of-a-kind map so you can skip […]
Map of 60+ Unique Places to Stay in New England & Beyond
If you’ve ever wasted a whole evening scrolling through websites and social media to find unique places to stay in New England and the Northeast that feel special… you’re not alone. That’s why we built the TLJ Map of Themed & Unique Stays. A completely custom, one-of-a-kind interactive map designed to help families skip the […]
9 Cool Things to Do in Lancaster PA That Are Kid-Approved
There’s a reason Lancaster, PA keeps popping up on lists of family travel favorites. It’s got amusement parks, themed hotels, interactive museums, and plenty of spots to eat and play. Here are the cool things to do in Lancaster PA that will make your next trip one to remember. Cool Things to Do in Lancaster […]
Cold Spring NY: An Easy Family Day Trip From NYC
If you’ve been looking for an easy family day trip that feels like a real escape without spending half the day in the car… Cold Spring NY is one of the best little getaway spots near New York City. This walkable Hudson Valley town has river views, playground stops, cozy cafés, great food, and one […]
11 Weird Museums Just in Time for Spooky Season
Some museums are quiet and traditional. These are… not that. This list of weird museums is for families who’d rather wander past vampire kits and UFO evidence than fine art and fossils. From theatrical walk-throughs to eerie exhibits and strange collections, these unusual spots lean into the weird… without tipping into full-blown haunted house territory. […]
Why Strasburg PA Is a Hidden Gem for Train-Loving Kids
If your child can identify a steam engine before they can spell their name, then the Strasburg PA area should be on your radar. This tiny town in Lancaster County is a dream for train-loving kids… real locomotives, model train displays, meals in a train car, options to sleep in a caboose, and just enough […]
Your New York to Maine Road Trip: 25 Fun Family Stops
Make the most of your New York to Maine road trip with stops that are quick, easy, and actually worth pulling over for. The Problem With Road Trips? It’s Not the Driving… It’s the Stops Driving to Maine is worth every mile. The lobster, the coastline, the way the air just smells different once you […]
5 Easy, Affordable Family Vacation Ideas for Summer
Think family vacations have to be expensive or exhausting? Not this time. We rounded up five of our favorite affordable family vacation ideas that are actually fun! No flights to book, no saving for months, and no need to stress-scroll through reviews at midnight. These trips are easy to pull off, packed with kid-approved stops, […]
The Coolest Factory Tours to Visit in the Northeast
There’s something satisfying about watching how things get made. This list is for families who want the fun kind of factory tours… One minute, you’re watching chips fly by on a conveyor belt, and the next, you’re choosing a name for a custom teddy bear to take home. These are the factory tours your kids […]
Weird Road Trip Stops Your Kids Will Talk About Later
Not every road trip stop needs to be life-changing, but it should be better than another gas station snack run… These weird road trip stops and roadside attractions are the kinds of places that break up long drives in the best possible way… giant ducks, mystery spots, giant candy counters, roadside oddities, and the kind […]
