Are you looking for a family-friendly place to celebrate Halloween? How about taking a trip that will have you and your little ghosts and goblins reminiscing for years to come. My fellow travel bloggers and I have worked hard to [...]

Looking for a fun jam-packed Midwestern town to explore? Kalamazoo has just the right amount of cool history, culture, and activities for families of all different interests and ages! Being only a little over a 2-hour drive from Chicago and [...]

Holland Michigan is known for those wanting to celebrate and explore Dutch heritage and of course, tulips. It was founded in 1847 by Dutch Calvinists and has a vast history that is still honored in Holland today. Holland is a [...]

Kankakee Sands Conservancy is owned and operated by the Indiana chapter of The Nature Conservancy, which is an international, non-profit organization that works to protect nature and preserve the natural lands and waters to promote life. Kankakee Sands is located [...]

After years of travel, we are excited to share the essential simple travel tips for all types of travel to ensure you have a wonderful trip. Traveling can be hectic and if you aren't prepared, it may not go as [...]

Travel Insurance - Myths and Tips Guest Blog Written by Chelsea Capwell WHY SHOULD A FAMILY CONSIDER TRAVEL INSURANCE? You’ve done your research and planned an amazing trip, but sometimes the unexpected can happen. That’s where travel insurance comes in! [...]

La Fortuna located by the Arenal Volcano is a spectacular place for a home base for a few days of fun outdoor activity. We spent 4 days in the area and could probably fill up a full few weeks with [...]

We choose to travel everywhere, but Disney. I know that is a crazy statement, but let me explain. My hope is that I can convince you that your family should explore other travel options as well. Let me start by [...]

Are you looking for a fun family-friendly US Midwest town to explore this winter? Start planning your trip now for Thanksgiving and Christmas breaks with these awesome options in the Midwest. My fellow travel bloggers and I have worked hard [...]

Starved Rock State Park located in LaSalle County in Illinois is a wonderful place to explore and become one with nature. Starved Rock State Park has over 13 miles of trails that wind through lush woods and sandstone bluffs. Throughout [...]

Why Little James Starts his Adventures to Australia and Italy Guest Blog Written by Children's Author Janine Iannelli “Now don’t go overseas, fall in love with someone and move to another country,” is what my family said before I boarded [...]

Caves, Beaches, Castles, Hiking and so much more. Does that sound like fun? Kefalonia has all of those as so much more. Keep reading to discover the best things to do while traveling to the beautiful Greek Island of Kefalonia [...]

If you are looking for sea life, shelling, and amazing sunsets while in Sanibel Island, Florida look no more! We found the best excursions in Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel, and Captiva Islands and we want to share our experience with [...]

Have you been dreaming of a Caribbean vacation? I know I have! I am here to tell you that Beaches and Sandals Resorts are open for business and better than ever. If you haven’t experienced the service and amenities of [...]

You ask, where and what is Herculaneum? When traveling to the southwestern region of Italy many people think of Naples, the Amalfi Coast, or Pompeii and not Herculaneum. However, I think you are missing out and should pencil in a [...]

If you only have One Day in Venice these are the must-see things you have to say you have been to this spectacular island of bridges and passages. Many people say that it is the most beautiful city in the [...]

When traveling to southern Italy, Pompeii should be a place you need to go to see the World Heritage archaeological wonder, as it is nothing short of spectacular. Founded in the 6-7th century B.C., by the time of the eruption [...]

It is always hard to please everyone, but when you go on vacation you want to make sure everyone will have fun and create fond memories of your time together. Brainstorming as a family to come up with some out [...]

Cernys' Journeys is excited to collaborate with Geobreeze to bring to you this exciting article on how you can learn travel hack. Keep reading to learn how to save time, money, and stress out of planning a trip. Julia Menez [...]

Getting kids excited about travel can be quite the task, especially if you haven’t done it before. I am a mom who loves to travel.  I knew right away it was going to be a must for our family, even [...]

I am here to tell you that you can Make Your Big Travel Dreams a Reality. We love to travel, and travel big! I had this wild idea that I wanted to go on a family vacation to Europe for [...]

Cernys' Journeys is excited to collaborate with Lifewith2cub's for this partnership on their travels to South Africa. Lifewith2cub’s was born to inspire parents to travel with their infants and toddlers. With daughters aged 2.5 years and 11 months old, they [...]

Come along with us on our Virtual Road Trip of the US. You can either follow along or create your own journeys! Those who know us, know we severely struggle with Wanderlust (a strong desire to travel), so sitting idle [...]

Let’s all learn and play together, by taking a Virtual Road trip of the USA for Kids (of all ages)! Print a blank US map. Each day, learn about a new state. Have them color the state on the map [...]

Since most of us are currently unable to travel, this article will provide links to many places incredible destinations you can virtually travel to without leaving your home. If you have a bit of a travel bug as I do, [...]

On February 15, 2019, the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore became the 61st national park. This is a much overdue and acclaimed honor for Indiana and the surrounding Chicagoland area. In 2019 the National Park saw over 161,00 visitors bringing tourists [...]

We were lucky enough to call Phoenix our home for almost 7 years. We were married at the Desert Botanical Gardens and both our kids were born there. We understand the lure of an average of 299 days of sunshine, [...]

Phoenix Arizona in Bloom FACTS ABOUT PHOENIX, ARIZONA - USA: • Phoenix is the capital of Arizona • Located in the southwest of the USA • Approximately 1.67 people live in the Greater Phoenix area, which makes it the 5th [...]

When many people think of Cairo, Egypt they think about The Pyramids of Giza, The Sphinx and everything King Tut, and rightfully so as they are amazing! However, Cairo is made up of so much more than that to see. [...]

Every Greek island seems to have its own unique character and charm. Santorini, Greece is no different, but what makes it different is its distinct geography. This means the clifftop views are amazing, you can find blue water beaches made [...]

To say I am a travel geek is an underestimate. This past weekend my family and I went to the 16th Annual Chicago Travel & Adventure Show and I was in my happy place! Every time I go to a [...]

You have figured out the who, what, when and where when choosing your cruise. If you happened to miss it, you can reference the article here: "How to Pick a Cruise".  It is quite easy to get excited about a [...]

You have decided to take a cruise, how exciting! Cruises are a good option for just about anyone. I am going to focus on ships that sail in oceans and seas, even though there are other options in the cruise [...]

Although, we went to Liverpool for The Beatles, it has so much more to see and do. We were there long enough to see all of The Beatles sites, but left wanting to return to explore more. We will definitely [...]

Facts about Dubrovnik, Croatia Dubrovnik is in southern Croatia on the Adriatic Sea. 43,000 people call Dubrovnik home, although only 1,100 live in Old Town. Old Town is a well-preserved paved pedestrian area that was built in the 16th century, [...]

  Facts about Pune, India 3.7 million people call Pune home. Pune is in the western Indian state of Maharashtra. Pune residents are called Punekars. Pune is known for Aga Khan Palace, which is now a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, [...]

Facts about Cozumel, Mexico 100,000 people call Cozumel home. It is located off the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, just south of Cancun. Cozumel is know for year-round scuba diving, especially to see Museo Subacuático de Arte’s submerged sculptures, which [...]

Facts about Barcelona, Spain: 1.7 million people call Barcelona home. Camp Nou Stadium, the biggest football stadium in Europe, and the Barca football (soccer) team call Barcelona home. In 1992, Barcelona hosted the Olympic games. Barcelona is located on the [...]