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Chicago!

With it's electric energy, close proximity to the scenic Lake Michigan, and plenty of green spaces, there is no shortage of amusements when staying in the Windy City. The first in a three part series on our visit to the Windy City, this post details our travel as well as our walking adventures various parks, Chicago's famed river architectural tours, and cultural highlights.

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A Day in LeClaire, Iowa

Our last day in Iowa was spent in the town of LeClaire, right on the banks of the Mighty Mississippi. We checked out Antique Archaeology from History Channel’s “American Pickers" and spent some time wine-tasting in downtown LeClaire.

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Good Times and Sunny Climes at the Beach

Living in Southern California, there are many places for relaxing along the coast. Here are a few of our favorite beaches in Los Angeles and Orange Counties.

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Animal Kingdom and Souvenir Shopping on a Dime

In the fifth and final installment of our Disney World series, we share our experiences at Disney's Animal Kingdom, as well as some things we learned visiting the park. We also share a few shopping tips we learned for saving money on Disney-themed souvenirs.

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Air Travel with Kids

In this second post of our Disney World series, we talk of the challenges of our cross-country flight from Los Angeles to Orlando, Florida. We also share some of what we have learned in our various travels with young children.