This is Sue, on display at the Field Museum in Chicago. My husband and I visited the Field Museum in Chicago a couple of weeks ago, and WHAT a time we had. It was a frigid, rainy, blustery day, and we suspected that the joint would be packed just like the experience we had at the Shedd Aquarium the day before. Rainy day + want to play tourist = indoor museum, right? The Stanley Field Hall, Field Museum, Chicago. This is the sight that greeted us when we arrived – a vast main hall with soaring ceilings, beautiful arches and columns, and awe-inspiring displays of a whale, elephants, and a dinosaur skeleton. Perhaps it was because we got there right after it opened, or the museum seemed to be a larger facility, or perhaps because it was a bit less of a popular destination, but the museum was largely devoid of crowds. Sure, there were a lot of people visiting, but we were perfectly able to see every exhibit, navigate among the corridors, and make the all-important trips to the b...[more »]

The Swan Boats at the Public Garden We live in the Boston suburbs, and on low traffic times, we can easily make it to the city in about 20 minutes.  I like to bring my kids to the city frequently, because there’s so much to do.  Here are a few of my favorite attractions and activities for a Boston vacation. New England Aquarium The New England Aquarium is located right on the Boston waterfront, in a prime location.  It’s expensive (expect to spend $75 for a family of four) but you can get a deal from admission if you purchase the Boston City Pass (good if you are visiting several different attractions).  My kids love the penguins and the huge fish tank (with a small shark) the best, but older kids will also enjoy the whale watches and Imax theater (additional fee). The Boston Children’s Museum My kids can’t get enough of the Boston Children’s Museum.  It’s located right on the waterfront (across the water from the Children’s Museum), ...[more »]

Made from aged beanstalk. The Giant Table at Seattle’s Pacific Science Center is NOT for standing. However, it works just fine as a place to sit and count your golden eggs. It’s also one of many great places in the city of Seattle to visit if you’re traveling with children.  Kids love golden eggs! Photo by Tricia Honea For more family-friendly travel photos visit DeliciousBaby’s Photo Fridays. // ...[more »]