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A prominent volcano with a smoking peak rises above a dense green forest under a blue sky. Several white clouds are visible in the sky.
A prominent volcano with a smoking peak rises above a dense green forest under a blue sky. Several white clouds are visible in the sky.

Arenal Zip Line

March 14, 2019
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SKY ADVENTURES ARENAL, COSTA RICA :: This was not just another zipline. We flew from mountain to mountain across seven cables, with the longest stretching more than 2,460 feet...

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Two people relax in a natural stone pool with cascading waterfalls amidst lush tropical vegetation. The setting features a multi-tiered rock formation and a lush jungle environment.
Two people relax in a natural stone pool with cascading waterfalls amidst lush tropical vegetation. The setting features a multi-tiered rock formation and a lush jungle environment.

Aguas Termales

March 12, 2019
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THE SPRINGS RESORT AND SPA, MONTERREY, COSTA RICA :: After a day of fun, we found a couple hot springs to relax in. The heat of the nearby volcano keeps...

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Two people wearing red helmets tubing down a calm river on bright yellow inner tubes.
Two people wearing red helmets tubing down a calm river on bright yellow inner tubes.

Tubing the Arenal River

March 11, 2019
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ARENAL RIVER, COSTA RICA :: It was so fun bobbing down the beautiful and WARM river! A few sections of white water threaten to tip us over, but everyone made...

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Riders on horseback navigate a forest path with a loaded truck and vibrant greenery.
Riders on horseback navigate a forest path with a loaded truck and vibrant greenery.

Horseback Riding at Club Rio

March 10, 2019
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THE SPRINGS RESORT AND SPA, MONTERREY, COSTA RICA :: We were hoping the horseback ride in Las Vegas would be enough to satisfy Miranda for a while, but they loved...

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Two hikers stand on a dirt path near lush green walls and distant volcanic peaks.
Two hikers stand on a dirt path near lush green walls and distant volcanic peaks.

Bogarin Trail

March 10, 2019
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BOGARÍN TRAIL, LA FORTUNA, COSTA RICA :: A walk through the dense greenery of Bogarín Trail rewarded us with wildlife hiding in plain sight, from colorful birds to a...

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A rustic garden bungalow with lush greenery and a stone pathway.
A rustic garden bungalow with lush greenery and a stone pathway.

Arenal Nature Villa

March 3, 2019
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LA FORTUNA, ATENAS, COSTA RICA :: Our first five days in Arenal were spent in this fantastic Airbnb right across the parking lot from the Mistico Hanging Bridges. We loved...

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A curious cat lounges on a wooden table while two children observe at the Natural Market.
A curious cat lounges on a wooden table while two children observe at the Natural Market.

La Fortuna, Costa Rica

March 3, 2019
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LA FORTUNA, COSTA RICA :: The small, bustling town of La Fortuna is the gateway to Arenal Volcano and served as our connection back to civilization during the first half...

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A group of people riding donkeys along a rocky trail with a backdrop of rugged mountains and desert terrain.
A group of people riding donkeys along a rocky trail with a backdrop of rugged mountains and desert terrain.

Red Rock Canyon Horseback Ride

February 16, 2019
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RED ROCK CANYON, NV :: We saved the best Las Vegas adventure for last: a horseback ride up, through, and back down the beautiful desert landscape around Red Rock Canyon....

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A nighttime view of the Hotel del Sol with fire effects and water features.
A nighttime view of the Hotel del Sol with fire effects and water features.

Volcano at The Mirage

February 16, 2019
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THE MIRAGE, LAS VEGAS, NV :: The pyrotechnic show in front of The Mirage is pretty impressive! It actually frightened and disturbed our kids quite a bit, which of course...

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A performer in a dynamic pose under a vividly colored stage backdrop. The lighting creates a surreal and dramatic atmosphere.
A performer in a dynamic pose under a vividly colored stage backdrop. The lighting creates a surreal and dramatic atmosphere.

Cirque du Soleil: Mystere

February 16, 2019
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TREASURE ISLAND, NV :: Kristie and I first saw Mystere nearly 14 years ago! It's still one of our favorite Cirque du Soleil shows. This time we brought the kids...

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Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat

February 16, 2019
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THE MIRAGE, LAS VEGAS, NV :: Lions, and tigers, and dolphins, oh my! The dolphins were especially active, and the kids enjoyed chasing the new baby dolphin around the tanks....

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The famous Bellagio fountains dancing in front of the illuminated hotel at night.
The famous Bellagio fountains dancing in front of the illuminated hotel at night.

Bellagio

February 15, 2019
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BELLAGIO, LAS VEGAS, NV :: It's always a thrill to see the Conservatory and Fountains – water and chocolate! Not quite sure which the kids liked more. 😉 ✖ Floral...

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A lively rooftop space with a grassy area, colorful play structures, and outdoor seating. People are relaxed on the lawn, with the city skyline visible in the distance.
A lively rooftop space with a grassy area, colorful play structures, and outdoor seating. People are relaxed on the lawn, with the city skyline visible in the distance.

Container Park

February 15, 2019
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DOWNTOWN CONTAINER PARK, LAS VEGAS, NV :: After running around indoors at Circus Circus for several hours, we thought it'd be good to spend some time outside. Container Park in...

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Children holding plush toys at a carnival ride, with carousel lights in the background.
Children holding plush toys at a carnival ride, with carousel lights in the background.

Circus Circus

February 15, 2019
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CIRCUS CIRCUS, LAS VEGAS, NV :: The kids had a great time at Circus Circus riding the big rides in the Adventure Dome and winning some new Squishmallows at the...

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Actors performing with swords and shields on a blue-lit stage.
Actors performing with swords and shields on a blue-lit stage.

Tournament of Kings

February 15, 2019
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EXCALIBUR, NV :: What better way to celebrate my birthday than with a king's tournament! The knights battled as we ate our medieval dinner with our fingers and cheered on...

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Visitors sitting and standing on large rocks near a waterfall.
Visitors sitting and standing on large rocks near a waterfall.

JW Marriott Las Vegas

February 15, 2019
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JW MARRIOTT, LAS VEGAS, NV :: We are finally getting around to posting our photos from Vegas! The conference was at the JW Marriott in Summerlin, about 15 minutes away...

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Two smiling girls in winter jackets seated on a ride train at a nighttime Christmas light display. The track is surrounded by colorful illuminated decorations, holiday ornaments, and festive greenery.
Two smiling girls in winter jackets seated on a ride train at a nighttime Christmas light display. The track is surrounded by colorful illuminated decorations, holiday ornaments, and festive greenery.

Christmas Train at Stanley Park

December 3, 2018
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STANLEY PARK, VANCOUVER, CANADA :: We also visited Stanley Park to ride the Christmas Train and view the forest saturated with millions of colorful lights and decorations –...

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Children dancing on a colorful LED dance floor inside a bubble dome.
Children dancing on a colorful LED dance floor inside a bubble dome.

Aurora Winter Festival

December 2, 2018
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AURORA WINTER FESTIVAL, VANCOUVER, CANADA :: We stayed the weekend in Vancouver BC to kick off the holidays. First stop was the Aurora Winter Festival, where we danced with ice...

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A woman and two girls pose together on a sandy Pacific Northwest beach with coastal rocks and a cloudy sky in the background. They are wearing colorful winter jackets and smiling.
A woman and two girls pose together on a sandy Pacific Northwest beach with coastal rocks and a cloudy sky in the background. They are wearing colorful winter jackets and smiling.

Cannon Beach Thanksgiving

November 25, 2018
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CANNON BEACH, OR :: A Thanksgiving getaway to Cannon Beach where we enjoyed the beach between storms, playing board games, chasing bunnies, Black Friday shopping the artsy shops,...

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Three people sitting in colorful camping chairs around a campfire in a lush green forest.
Three people sitting in colorful camping chairs around a campfire in a lush green forest.

Mt. Rainier Camping

August 7, 2018
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MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK, WA :: We enjoyed three days in the great outdoors with cousin Shielle, Susan, and Shain! We camped at Cougar Rock Campground, hiked to Comet Falls,...

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A serene hilly terrain with a lone figure atop, set against a backdrop of majestic mountains.
A serene hilly terrain with a lone figure atop, set against a backdrop of majestic mountains.

Cirque du Soleil: O

November 29, 2009
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SOUTHWEST FAMILY VACATION DAY 5 :: LAS VEGAS, NV :: Add a giant swimming pool to Cirque du Soleil and you have O. A lot of people seem to really...

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The iconic Bellagio hotel with the Eiffel Tower replica, surrounded by the famous dancing fountains creating a rainbow.
The iconic Bellagio hotel with the Eiffel Tower replica, surrounded by the famous dancing fountains creating a rainbow.

Vegas

November 28, 2009
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SOUTHWEST FAMILY VACATION DAYS 3 – 6 :: LAS VEGAS, NV :: We continued our family vacation with a few nights at the Bellagio in rooms overlooking the beautiful fountain...

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A woman in traditional Japanese attire energetically strikes a large taiko drum with a mallet during a live performance.
A woman in traditional Japanese attire energetically strikes a large taiko drum with a mallet during a live performance.

Cirque du Soleil: KA

November 28, 2009
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SOUTHWEST FAMILY VACATION DAY 4 :: LAS VEGAS, NV :: Tonight we took my parents to see Cirque du Soleil’s KA playing at the MGM Grand. Unlike most Cirque shows,...

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Tourists walking along a sandy trail to Mesa Arch in the Utah desert.
Tourists walking along a sandy trail to Mesa Arch in the Utah desert.

Zion National Park

November 27, 2009
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SOUTHWEST FAMILY VACATION DAYS 2 & 3 :: ZION NATIONAL PARK, UT :: After our early-morning hike through Bryce Canyon and a great Thanksgiving lunch at Ruby’s Inn, we...

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Stunning view of Bryce Canyon's unique rock formations under a clear sky.
Stunning view of Bryce Canyon's unique rock formations under a clear sky.

Bryce Canyon

November 26, 2009
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SOUTHWEST FAMILY VACATION DAYS 1 & 2 :: BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK, UT :: This Thanksgiving we spent some time with my parents, but not just for a large meal...

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A woman and two girls smiling together in front of a piano.
Children jump on a blue mat while playing with vibrant streamers in an indoor gym.
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A serene meadow filled with white spire-shaped wildflowers against a bright blue sky dotted with fluffy clouds. Tall evergreen trees frame the landscape.
Children enjoy a plastic play kitchen set outdoors under a yellow slide in a sunny backyard with trees and a wooden deck structure.
Two students walking down a wide sidewalk lined with mature trees, with a yellow school bus driving on the street behind them.
A smiling family poses with a large, cartoonish dumpling mascot in a Japanese restaurant setting.
A dolphin gracefully leaps out of the deep blue ocean, creating a beautiful splash in the Pacific Northwest.
A Sharp-shinned Hawk calls out from a perch on a mossy branch in a lush, green forest setting.
A row of illuminated jack o lanterns carving unique faces that include a cat, a spider, and a classic pumpkin.
A visitor stands in front of the historic stone facade of Le Petit Train Ghost House, with a close-up detail of the hanging wooden sign visible.
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A scenic view of traditional European architecture featuring cobblestone streets and colorful half-timbered buildings.
A family poses on a rocky shoreline with a turquoise lake and towering mountains in the background. The distinctive teal water and rugged landscape are characteristic of Moraine Lake in Banff National Park.
Two children dressed in matching Pinocchio and dinosaur costumes holding candy on a porch.
Hikers navigating a rocky path with a large log railing, showcasing the rugged beauty of nature.
Riders on horseback navigate a forest path with a loaded truck and vibrant greenery.
A panoramic view of a vast body of water surrounded by lush green forests and distant mountains under a cloudy sky. The foreground features a rugged rocky outcrop with patches of red lichen.
A crocodile rests near a cave entrance surrounded by lush greenery and calm water.
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