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A picturesque street in Golden, Colorado, featuring a welcoming sign and a prominent bison statue. The scene is set against a backdrop of historic buildings and mountains.
A picturesque street in Golden, Colorado, featuring a welcoming sign and a prominent bison statue. The scene is set against a backdrop of historic buildings and mountains.

Golden, Colorado

August 18, 2026
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GOLDEN, CO :: Another fun stop in Golden! We grabbed lunch at the historic Old Capitol Grill & Smokehouse, in a building where Colorado’s territorial legislature once...

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A woman in a red shirt and beige pants leans playfully against a large T-Rex skull exhibit inside a museum. The background features green walls with shadowed dinosaur silhouettes and a mounted velociraptor model behind glass.
A woman in a red shirt and beige pants leans playfully against a large T-Rex skull exhibit inside a museum. The background features green walls with shadowed dinosaur silhouettes and a mounted velociraptor model behind glass.

Morrison Natural History Museum

August 17, 2026
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MORRISON, CO :: Not another dinosaur museum! Yes, another dinosaur museum. The Morrison Natural History Museum may be small, but it packs in an impressive collection, a fantastic...

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A large dinosaur illustration stands prominently inside a building, surrounded by windows and modern architectural elements.
A large dinosaur illustration stands prominently inside a building, surrounded by windows and modern architectural elements.

Denver Museum of Nature & Science

August 15, 2026
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DENVER, CO :: Another stop on our Colorado adventure was the Denver Museum of Nature & Science! We came for the dinosaurs, but also had fun exploring the impressive wildlife...

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Colorful mural on the exterior of STRAAT Museum in Toronto. Street art and graffiti adorn the building's facade.
Colorful mural on the exterior of STRAAT Museum in Toronto. Street art and graffiti adorn the building's facade.

STRAAT Museum

May 5, 2026
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STRAAT, AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS :: One last post from our amazing first trip to Amsterdam! We loved it! Our final stop was STRAAT Museum, over at the old NDSM shipyard. Getting...

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The exterior of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, featuring its iconic red-brick facade and distinctive towers under a cloudy sky.
The exterior of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, featuring its iconic red-brick facade and distinctive towers under a cloudy sky.

Rijksmuseum

May 5, 2026
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RIJKSMUSEUM, AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS :: Our last day in Amsterdam was rainy, so that meant it was a museum and sauna day! Started at the Rijksmuseum, which is an impressive...

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Tyrannosaurus rex and triceratops skeletons displayed inside a grand museum building with classical architecture and a high domed ceiling.
Tyrannosaurus rex and triceratops skeletons displayed inside a grand museum building with classical architecture and a high domed ceiling.

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

August 9, 2025
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NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY, LOS ANGELES, CA :: Charlie’s love for birds runs deep… all the way back to the dinosaurs! So we had to kick off...

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An immersive digital art installation featuring vibrant, glowing pink cherry blossoms and a reflective, magical floor. Visitors lie down to enjoy a surreal, starry atmosphere.
An immersive digital art installation featuring vibrant, glowing pink cherry blossoms and a reflective, magical floor. Visitors lie down to enjoy a surreal, starry atmosphere.

Mercer Labs

October 10, 2024
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MERCER LABS, NEW YORK, NY :: Mercer Labs is a cool gallery of immersive, interactive, trippy, and techy art. Much like the Hopscotch museum we visited in San Antonio, the...

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A bright view of an old, ivy-covered stone building with a courtyard, stone wall, greenery, and modern furniture. People relax in the sun under a red patio umbrella on a clear blue day.
A bright view of an old, ivy-covered stone building with a courtyard, stone wall, greenery, and modern furniture. People relax in the sun under a red patio umbrella on a clear blue day.

The Castle Museum

August 24, 2024
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BURGHOTEL "AUF SCHÖNBURG", OBERWESEL, GERMANY :: Our final day was spent at our castle-hotel exploring the onsite tower museum and enjoying their delicious made-from-scratch...

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A person sits on a rusted armchair sculpture outside a building. The background features glass panels and pavement.
A person sits on a rusted armchair sculpture outside a building. The background features glass panels and pavement.

Gutenberg-Museum Mainz

August 23, 2024
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GUTENBERG-MUSEUM MAINZ, MAINZ, GERMANY :: Gutenberg’s movable-type printing press is arguably one of mankind’s greatest inventions, credited with bringing about The...

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A grand chateau-style hotel features a cobblestone entrance with a vibrant circular garden full of yellow flowers and evergreen shrubs.
A grand chateau-style hotel features a cobblestone entrance with a vibrant circular garden full of yellow flowers and evergreen shrubs.

Hotel Krønasår

August 18, 2024
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HOTEL KRØNASÅR, RUST, GERMANY :: After “roughing” it through Iceland and Switzerland for two weeks, it was time to relax and indulge in the comforts of...

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Visitors in winter clothing explore a stunning tunnel carved into a glacier's blue ice.
Visitors in winter clothing explore a stunning tunnel carved into a glacier's blue ice.

Ice Palace Jungfraujoch

August 7, 2024
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ICE PALACE, JUNGFRAUJOCH, SWITZERLAND :: Also at Jungfraujoch are a small network of caves carved into the glacier! Since 1934, the Ice Palace has hosted visitors in a chilly...

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A person smiles while submerging in a sea of bright pink plastic balls illuminated by vibrant lighting.
A person smiles while submerging in a sea of bright pink plastic balls illuminated by vibrant lighting.

Hopscotch San Antonio

April 20, 2024
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HOPSCOTCH SAN ANTONIO, SAN ANTONIO, TX :: Our last stop in San Antonio was Hopscotch, an amazing immersive art museum! I could’ve spent all day here! ✖ play_circle_filled...

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An orange 1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am with the number 01 on the door. A person is driving a replica vehicle in front of a movie mural.
An orange 1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am with the number 01 on the door. A person is driving a replica vehicle in front of a movie mural.

Dukes Of Hazzard Museum

October 9, 2022
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COOTER'S DUKES OF HAZZARD MUSEUM, NASHVILLE, TN :: Nashville – Day 4: Our last day in Nashville included a stop at Cooter’s to sit in the General Lee, followed by...

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An elegant atrium features a grand chandelier and a massive stone gargoyle suspended from a high ceiling.
An elegant atrium features a grand chandelier and a massive stone gargoyle suspended from a high ceiling.

Hotel Kronasaur

July 13, 2022
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HOTEL KRØNASÅR, RUST, GERMANY :: Europa-Park features six themed hotels. We stayed in Kronasar, which looks like a mythological Scandinavian museum, and is...

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A picturesque European town square featuring a central monument and colorful architectural buildings under a clear blue sky. The cobblestone plaza showcases vibrant flower arrangements and historic charm.
A picturesque European town square featuring a central monument and colorful architectural buildings under a clear blue sky. The cobblestone plaza showcases vibrant flower arrangements and historic charm.

Feuchtwangen

July 10, 2022
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FEUCHTWANGEN, GERMANY :: Between our destinations of Gelnhausen and Rothenburg, I found a “layover” vacation rental within an small, unfamiliar, and unassuming town...

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A white ship-shaped monument displays 'BIKINI' with an American flag flying against a tropical tree-lined shore. Another view shows the Pacific waters in front of the memorial.
A white ship-shaped monument displays 'BIKINI' with an American flag flying against a tropical tree-lined shore. Another view shows the Pacific waters in front of the memorial.

Pearl Harbor

February 24, 2022
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PEARL HARBOR NATIONAL MEMORIAL, HONOLULU, HI :: We visited Pearl Harbor to provide the kids some context for the importance of our military and the heroic sacrifices made to...

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Large colorful metal sculpture spelling "Mi Amor" in a park, with the historic Mission San José building visible in the background.
Large colorful metal sculpture spelling "Mi Amor" in a park, with the historic Mission San José building visible in the background.

Valladolid

October 27, 2021
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VALLADOLID, YUCATAN, MEXICO :: On our 6th day in Mexico, we drove two hours from Tulum to Valladolid, a designated "Pueblo Magico" in the heart of the Yucatan. Valladolid is...

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A cheerful selfie taken near a historic brick building and arches on a sunny autumn day.
A cheerful selfie taken near a historic brick building and arches on a sunny autumn day.

London Highlights

December 1, 2019
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LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM :: We took advantage of the Thanksgiving holiday to vacation in Europe, with London as our first stop. We stayed near Piccadilly Circus and explored Borough...

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A colonial-style observatory building with domed roofs features crowds of visitors on surrounding grass and paved paths during evening. The site in Griffith Park, Los Angeles, is bathed in warm sunlight under a clear sky.
A colonial-style observatory building with domed roofs features crowds of visitors on surrounding grass and paved paths during evening. The site in Griffith Park, Los Angeles, is bathed in warm sunlight under a clear sky.

Griffith Observatory

August 4, 2019
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GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY, LOS ANGELES, CA :: Angelenos are lucky to have free access to amazing museums such as The Getty Center, California Science Center, and The Griffith...

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A selfie of two smiling people in jackets and a cap, with autumn-colored trees and a railing in the background.
A selfie of two smiling people in jackets and a cap, with autumn-colored trees and a railing in the background.

17th Anniversary

October 21, 2018
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TACOMA, WA :: Dropped off the kids at the grandparents and enjoyed a weekend in Tacoma with Kristie to celebrate our 17th anniversary! A good time was had with flaming...

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A family of five posing for a photo in front of an adorable building. The two young girls are each holding a stuffed animal.
A family of five posing for a photo in front of an adorable building. The two young girls are each holding a stuffed animal.

Bakersfield

July 2, 2018
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BAKERSFIELD, CA :: Long overdue visit to Grandma and Grandpa in Bakersfield, CA – where it was 105 degrees! We had fun catching up, enjoying Carol's cooking, touring the...

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The Museum of Flight

September 5, 2016
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THE MUSEUM OF FLIGHT, SEATTLE, WA :: The Museum of Flight let the kids climb, explore, and get wonderfully close to aircraft from every era. ✖ 10206889817421098 10206889820901185...

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Two children with balloons walking in front of a modern building with a distinctive angular glass structure.
Two children with balloons walking in front of a modern building with a distinctive angular glass structure.

Perot Museum of Nature and Science

November 24, 2015
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PEROT MUSEUM OF NATURE AND SCIENCE, DALLAS, TX :: Science! We spent the day exploring space, dinosaurs, earthquakes, robotics, gemstones and so much more. With hands-on exhibits...

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A picturesque European town featuring traditional half-timbered houses with steep roofs and a historic clock tower in the background.
A picturesque European town featuring traditional half-timbered houses with steep roofs and a historic clock tower in the background.

Rothenburg ob der Tauber

October 1, 2014
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ROTHENBURG OB DER TAUBER, GERMANY :: Rothenburg is a medieval walled city frozen in time. We enjoyed the gothic cathedral, dungeon museum, and beautiful park occupying the...

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Children wearing purple and pink princess crowns pose joyfully at a theme park event. One child strikes a playful pose while another smiles brightly in the background.
Children wearing purple and pink princess crowns pose joyfully at a theme park event. One child strikes a playful pose while another smiles brightly in the background.

Fairy Parade

May 11, 2014
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EDMONDS, WA :: To celebrate the opening of the Edmonds Museum Garden Market. ✖ Little Fairies in the Library Aisle Johnston Community Easter Parade Marching Community Festival Fun...

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Two people standing on a balcony overlooking a tropical landscape with palm trees and ocean. The scene includes resort grounds and a clear blue sky.
A child playfully jumping in a teal-walled bedroom with white furniture. The room features a desk, and clothing poster.
A family takes a selfie together in front of a waterfall and lush greenery. The group is smiling and enjoying their time outdoors.
Family enjoying a winter day by building a snowman together.
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Vibrant boats docked along a canal with colorful buildings in the background under a clear blue sky.
A family enjoying a catamaran vacation with a dramatic mountainous coastline in the background.
A family poses on a grassy cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The distant rocky outcrops are partially shrouded in morning mist.
A wooden observation deck with white railings offers a panoramic view of a vast landscape below and an American flag flying in the wind under a clear blue sky.
A sea turtle glides gracefully underwater, its detailed shell and flippers clearly visible. A small colorful fish swims nearby.
A dancer performs a graceful sword routine on stage wearing traditional white attire.
A scenic view of traditional European architecture featuring cobblestone streets and colorful half-timbered buildings.
Visitors standing inside a large metal bird sculpture on a coastal promenade. The structure is set against a backdrop of clear blue sky and ocean.
A family enjoys a sunny day visiting a dragon statue at an outdoor attraction.
A happy family wearing cowboy hats enjoys a rodeo event from the spectator stands. They are smiling for a photo in front of the metal enclosure.
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A serene river winds through a dense, mossy forest. The long exposure technique captures the smooth movement of the flowing water.
A suburban home in the Pacific Northwest features a well-maintained green lawn and is surrounded by tall evergreen trees under a partly cloudy sky.
A group of people walking on a rocky coastal trail with ocean views and greenery.
A bustling indoor dining area with colorful roller coaster tracks overhead
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