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These are some of the most standout destinations i These are some of the most standout destinations in the US for families.Which would you choose?~~~~ ➕FOLLOW for family friendly attractions, itineraries, and travel hacks.I’m Catherine, a Midwest mom of two boys and I specialize in finding affordably epic family fun.
90 minutes from Chicago, Lake Geneva has been a cl 90 minutes from Chicago, Lake Geneva has been a classic Midwest escape for decades for its scenic lake views, historic mansions, cozy coffee shops, and charming downtown strolls.1️⃣ 🚤 Take the Famous US Mailboat Tour Mail jumping is a tradition dating back to 1916! The 2.5-hour tour mixes history, humor, and incredible views of estates once owned by families like Wrigley, Nabisco, and Sears. Book ahead.2️⃣ 👨‍🍳 Take a Class at Lake Geneva School of Cooking Skip the restaurant reservation and learn to cook something amazing instead.3️⃣ ❄️ Visit During Winterfest as well! Lake Geneva hosts the U.S. National Snow Sculpting Championship every winter.4️⃣ 🍺 Grab a Beer at Topsy Turvy Brewery A craft brewery inside a repurposed church with rotating beers, trivia nights, and live music.5️⃣ 🌅 Watch Sunset at Community Park (Delavan Lake) Just a short drive away, this park has one of the best sunset views in the area.6️⃣ 🫖 High Tea at Baker House Step inside one of Lake Geneva’s most beautiful historic mansions.7️⃣ 🍸 Maxwell Mansion Speakeasy & Apothecary Bar Craft cocktails upstairs — and a hidden Prohibition-style speakeasy downstairs. Call ahead for the password to enter.8️⃣ 🚶 Walk the Lake Geneva Shore Path This 21-mile public walking path wraps around the entire lake with incredible views of historic estates. Start near the public library and wander as far as you’d like.9️⃣ 🛍 Shop Downtown Main Street Cute boutiques, maker markets, and fun stops like: 📚 Dust Bunny Books 🧸 Allison Wonderland 🎨 The Market of Lake Geneva 🏡 Brick & Mortar Home🔟 ☕ Coffee Shop Hop Our favorites: • Inspired Coffee • The Porch • Boxed & Burlap1️⃣1️⃣ 🏖 Relax at Lake Geneva Beach Crystal clear water and a sandy shoreline perfect for a summer afternoon. Lifeguards are on duty and facilities are nearby in Library Park.📍 Save this list for your next weekend trip!👉 For the full guide + more details, read the blog post at www.postcardnarrative.com.~~~~ ➕SUBSCRIBE for family friendly attractions, itineraries, and travel hacks.I’m Catherine, a Midwest mom of two boys and I specialize in finding affordably epic family fun.
Slick City is perfect for big kids, teens, and you Slick City is perfect for big kids, teens, and your inner child.Check out their special events to save money off their standard ticking pricing!1️⃣ Kids 7 and under can play for just $14.99 on select Sunday mornings2️⃣ BOGO Tuesdays3️⃣ On select weeks they host homeschool Fridays. Perfect for homeschool families or if you happen to have a day off school. Play for $14.99 from 11 AM to 1 PM.4️⃣ Follow @slickcitywauwatosawi on social media for gift card promotions. In the past they sold $100 gift cards for $75.5️⃣ Check out family fun nights for a food and play package.6️⃣ Pack and reuse your Slick City socks from a previous visit.Note: Spectators do not need to pay. Children 3 and under are discounted.💬Have you been?Slick City Action Park has over 100 locations across 33 states!For more local fun in and around Waukesha County, follow @lakecountryfamilyfun~~~~ ➕FOLLOW @postcard_narrative for family friendly attractions, itineraries, and travel hacks.
Cobh, Ireland is one of the most underrated places Cobh, Ireland is one of the most underrated places in Ireland - here’s why 👇Use Cobh as your home base to explore County Cork—more charm, less crowds.Things to do in Cobh:🎨 Wander the colorful streets + photograph the iconic “Deck of Cards” houses⛪ Visit St. Colman’s Cathedral🚢 Step back in time at the Titanic Experience Cobh—the Titanic’s last port of call🏝 Take a ferry to Spike Island (aka “Ireland’s Alcatraz”)🍻 Grab a pint + listen to trad music at The Roaring Donkey (possibly my favorite trad experience in all of Ireland)🪨 Hunt for sea glass along the rocky shoreline (our kids LOVED this, there are so many colorful finds)🦒 Visit Fota Wildlife Park for an easy, family-friendly adventureThings to do in Cork: 🏰 Blarney Castle & Gardens – Climb the tower and kiss the famous Blarney Stone🛍️ English Market – A historic food market full of Irish specialties🚶 Walk the Shandon Mile – A fun self-guided walking route through the city🍬 Linehan Sweets – Watch traditional candy being made⛓️ Cork City Gaol – Explore a castle-like historic prison museumGetting to Cobh:🚗 3 hrs from Dublin (Stop at the Rock of Cashel to see St. Patrick’s Cross!).🚗 25 min from Cork🚗 90 min from KillarneyIf you’re planning Ireland… don’t skip this one 🤍 Happy St. Patrick’s Day 🍀✨ Find all our Ireland itineraries (plus tips for visiting with kids) at www.postcardnarrative.com.~~~~ ➕FOLLOW for family friendly attractions, itineraries, and travel hacks.I’m Catherine, a Midwest mom with an Irish heart and I specialize in finding affordably epic family fun.#stpatricksday2026☘️🌈🎩 #IrelandTravel #IrelandItinerary
☀️ 14 Fun Things to Do in Sarasota with Kids 🌴SA ☀️ 14 Fun Things to Do in Sarasota with Kids 🌴SAVE this reel for your trip.1️⃣ 🏖️ Siesta Key Beach – Famous powder-white sand - often voted among America’s finest.2️⃣ 🐢 Mote Marine Lab & Aquarium – Sea turtles, sharks & hands-on exhibits3️⃣ 🍓 Detwiler’s Farm Market – Donuts, the best strawberries & the pineapple slicer kids love4️⃣ 🚋 Bay Runner Trolley5️⃣ 🌺 Selby Gardens – Butterfly garden, koi ponds & gorgeous photo spots6️⃣ 🎪 Circus Performances – Sarasota’s circus culture in action7️⃣ 🖼️ Ringling Museum & Mansion8️⃣ 🤹 Payne Park Circus Playground – Bright, playful, and perfect for burning energyWorth the short drive:🐎 Sarasota Polo Club – Sunday matches + halftime divot stomping🍊 Pick Your Own Fruit – Orange or blueberry picking nearby🐊 Myakka River State Park – Boardwalk views + guaranteed gator spotting🦈 Venice Beach – One of the best places in the world to find shark teethDay Trips:🧱 LEGOLAND Day Trip – Just 90 minutes away🧜‍♀️ Weeki Wachee Springs – Real life performing mermaids✨ Head to www.postcardnarrative.com for the complete Sarasota itinerary!~~~~ ➕FOLLOW for family friendly attractions, itineraries, and travel hacks.I’m Catherine, a Midwest mom of two boys and I specialize in finding affordably epic family fun.#SpringBreak #FloridaFamilyTravel #FloridaVacation #Sarasota #SiestaKey
🇮🇹 Our favorite kid-friendly things to do in Rome: 🇮🇹 Our favorite kid-friendly things to do in Rome:✨ Experience the Roman Forum day and night 🏛️ See Trajan’s Column up close ⚔️ Take a family-friendly tour of the Colosseum⛲ Explore Rome’s most beautiful public squares 🎭 Piazza Navona 🐱 Largo di Torre Argentina (kids will love the cats) 🍅 Campo de’ Fiori market🌍 Enter a new country: Vatican City 🎨 Vatican Museums & the Sistine Chapel ⛪ St. Peter’s Basilica⛪ Step inside more extraordinary churches 🐘 Santa Maria sopra Minerva & the Elephant Obelisk ✨ Santa Maria in Trastevere 🌟 Santa Maria Maggiore 🕳️ San Clemente (layers of underground history)🍝 Wander the charming streets of Trastevere💧 See the Trevi Fountain (with our crowd-avoiding hack 👀 see story)🌳 Slow down at Borghese park 🚲 Explore the Borghese Gardens 🖼️ Visit the Borghese Gallery 🧪 Stop by Explora – Rome’s Children’s Museum🏛️ Stand in awe inside the Pantheon (reservations now required)🧳Full Rome Guide on our website🇮🇹 Planning a bigger trip? Check out our NEW 14-Day Italy Itinerary on the blog for the full route through Rome, the Amalfi Coast, Florence, Pisa, Cinque Terre, and Genoa! ✨ link in story / bio~~~~ ➕ FOLLOW for family friendly attractions, itineraries, and travel hacks.I’m Catherine, a Midwest mom of two boys and I specialize in finding affordably epic family fun.
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