Guides
Guide to Spring Break in Lake County
Not every family sneaks away for Spring Break and those of us that do stay behind are usually looking to fill the time and make memories close to home. Lake County offers so many amazing […]
Spring
Festivals
Kite Festivals in Lake County {2017}
Amid the advent of drones, remote control helicopters and even quadcopters, there is still nothing more beautiful than a colorful kite awash in the wind against the backdrop of a clear, blue sky. Kite flying still has […]
Outdoor Play
25 Places to Go with an Early Riser
The age-old problem: what to do with the toddler who wakes up at 6:00 a.m. when nothing is open before 9:00 a.m.! Actually, there are (at least) 25 places to go with an early riser and toddlers […]
Spring Break
FREE! Spring Break Fun in Lake County {2017}
Staying home for spring break doesn’t have to be boring, or cost as much as a vacation. We’ve gathered up some ideas and events perfect for school age children and their families to make the […]
Hiking & Trails
Where To See Wildflowers in Lake County
Spring is here, the tulips and daffodils have popped, and the wildflower splendor is just around the corner! Early spring wildflowers have peeked through, but they’re tough to spot to the untrained eye. Pack up […]
Spring
Spring Break Staycation at Medieval Times - Chicago {Schaumburg}
Hear Ye, Hear Ye! Spring break has arrived and Medieval Times is calling all lords and ladies from across Chicagoland to attend their castle for dinner and tournament. For families who aren’t currently basking in warmer […]
Spring
Free Spring Break Fun in Lake County
Spring Break is here! If you opted to stay in Lake County because of schedule or funds you don’t need to resign yourself to unlimited TV and playgrounds. There is much FREE fun to be […]
Outdoor Pools and Waterparks
Splash into Spring Break with Foss Swim School: Local Water Park Round-Up {2016}
Our Gas Tank Getaways: Spring Break Edition is fueled by Foss Swim School. Follow us all this week for splash-tastic ideas for your own Spring Break road trip. At Foss Swim School, they recognize that […]
Family Travel
Splash into Spring Break with Foss Swim School: Great Wolf Lodge {Wisconsin Dells}
Our Gas Tank Getaways: Spring Break Edition is fueled by Foss Swim School. Follow us all this week for splash-tastic ideas for your own Spring Break road trip. At Foss Swim School, they recognize that […]
Family Travel
Splash into Spring Break with Foss Swim School: Water Park of America {Minnesota}
Our Gas Tank Getaways: Spring Break Edition is fueled by Foss Swim School. Follow us all this week for splash-tastic ideas for your own Spring Break road trip. At Foss Swim School, they recognize that […]