by Tammy Wesley | Apr 20, 2014 | Adventure, California, San Francisco, Tour, Video
We boarded the Blue and Gold Fleet Cruise for an hour long tour of the bay. They provided lots of information and trivia about San Francisco, both past and present, and the iconic landmarks that shaped the culture and history of San Francisco. My kids were impressed... 
by Brian Wesley | Apr 18, 2014 | California, History, Museum, San Francisco, Video
Part of the National Parks Service, the San Francisco Maritime Museum consists of several buildings spread over a block. They have 5 large ships (and a few smaller ones) and a sheltered swimming area. Our adventure only included three of the larger ships. If you... 
by Brian Wesley | Apr 17, 2014 | Adventure, Museum, San Francisco, Science Museum, Video
When it comes to hands-on science museums… the Exploratorium leads the pack. And we’re not just talking about entertainment for the kids here. Tammy and I not only enjoyed having an avenue to teach science to the kids, but we learned lots too. We’ve... 
by Brian Wesley | Apr 17, 2014 | Food, San Francisco, Video
Il Fornaio is a chain of excellent Italian restaurants ( about 24 or so) scattered through 6 states. We had never heard of them before finding them on a smartphone app while visiting San Fran. Italian food, good prices and great portions, what more could you ask for.... 
by Brian Wesley | Apr 16, 2014 | Adventure, California, History, Museum, San Francisco, Video
If you’re in San Francisco there’s no better way to see the city than by cable car. Check out two our videos, one of the cable car museum and the other of riding around on the cable cars and the “turn arounds”. Musuem: Riding... 
by Tammy Wesley | Apr 15, 2014 | California, Museum, San Francisco, Science Museum, Video, Zoo
Address: 2 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94133 Website: AquariumOfTheBay.org Phone: 415-623-5300 The Aquarium by the Bay is located on the south end of Pier 39. It’s smaller than other aquariums but has a great selection of marine life that come from the bay area and... 
by Tammy Wesley | Apr 14, 2014 | California, Food, San Francisco, Tour, Video
Address: 1 Jelly Belly Ln, Fairfield, CA 94534 COMPLETE sugar rush! My family enjoyed learning the process of making jelly beans and, of course, the tasty free samples provided during the tour. The Jelly Belly Factory Tour is located in Fairfield, CA. The tour is... 
by Brian Wesley | Apr 13, 2014 | Adventure, California, Food, San Francisco, Tour, Video
Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory Address: 56 Ross Alley, San Francisco, CA 94108 Although lots of Fortune Cookies are made around the world, the “last” handmade factory can be found in San Francisco. Fortune cookies were actually invented in California.... by Tammy Wesley | Mar 10, 2014 | Adventure, Favorites, Hike, History, Museum, National Park, Tour, Video
Mesa Verde is a unique National Park located in southern Colorado near the four corners area. Here during the 1100’s the Ancestral Puebloans fought against all odds to create an amazing city that sheltered an estimated 20,000+ people. There are actually several cave... 
by Brian Wesley | Feb 15, 2014 | Adventure, Family Hikes, Urban Exploration, Utah, Video
Ice Castles are obviously a seasonal thing… and they don’t do them every year. Ice castles are built in several places around the country. If you have a chance, take the opportunity. And, yes… I do have a “family version” of this video... 
by Brian Wesley | Jan 12, 2014 | Adventure, Deep South, Family Hikes, Science Museum, State Park, Urban Exploration, Video
Mud Island is home to a scale replica of the Mississippi River… That’s no big deal you say. Well, this model, called the Riverwalk, is ONE MILE LONG. There’s more to do at Mud Island besides the replica. Visit their website for more information.... 
by Tammy Wesley | Jan 11, 2014 | Adventure, Beach, Blog, Favorites, Interview, Video
Website: Carnival.com Cruising with kids is way different than cruising as adults. If you’re thinking of taking a cruise with your kids, take advantage of the daycare facility on board. Our kids enjoyed the food, games, and entertainment on board the ship. In... 
by Brian Wesley | Dec 3, 2013 | Adventure, Deep South, History, Science Museum, Urban Exploration, Video
I had visited this AMAZING and FREE Naval Aviation Museum several times as a child. I was so excited to share this museum with my family. We’ve visited the Smithsonian, Pima Air Museum, and other great airplane museums but this one is one of our top favorites.... 
by Tammy Wesley | Nov 17, 2013 | Food, St Louis, Urban Exploration, Video
Gus’ Pretzels is famous for their handmade pretzels and dipping sauces. There’s a glass window inside the shop so customers can see the process of making pretzels and sauces. The kids loved watching the employees make THEIR pretzels. The prices are decent, and the... 
by Brian Wesley | Nov 16, 2013 | Adventure, Deep South, New Orleans, Urban Exploration, Video
From beignets at the Cafe Du Monde (cafedumonde.com) to the Quarter and the French Market, New Orleans is an exciting town full of culture and a style of its own. Here’s a brief video of us walking around the Big Easy’s French Market – open... 
by Brian Wesley | Nov 8, 2013 | Adventure, Deep South, History, Tour, Urban Exploration, Video
Vicksburg is a city that is almost frozen in time. There you’ll find the National Military Park on the grounds of a civil war site. Each state has erected a civil war memorial as well as other memorials from other wars. Some of these memorials are surprisingly... 
