United States Archives - ROAM Family Travel

How to Be “Microtravelers”
Sharing small scenes and small stories from small trips near home.
Go Ashore in Long Beach
Getaway for a Queen Mary stay in a cool corner of LA.
On the Road across South Dakota
Take the grandparents on a cross-state odyssey of Wild West vistas & outdoor majesty
Skiing Denver’s “Hidden Gems”
The big-value, small-crowd resorts that Colorado families love
A Californian Crowdpleaser
The wonder & variety of a summer road trip through the Golden State, plus Grand Canyon & Vegas
DC in December
Washington for the holidays is a real gift: All the attractions and none of the crowds.
Aliens Land in Kecksburg
A small-town UFO festival is a little weird, a lot hokey & pretty wonderful
Chicago’s 10 Best Outdoor Adventures
First-rate recreational activities to tackle in the Second City
A New & Refreshing Water Park near NYC
The luxury Kartrite Resort has wet AND dry fun for everyone
5 Back-to-school Breakaways
From European glamping to Maine kayaking, check out these last-chance summer escapes
Rafting Heaven in Hell’s Canyon
ARC’s experts make the Snake River fun, easy and delicious
Rollin’ on the Russian River
... and more splashy, summery times in Forestville and Guerneville.
Near the Island of the Blue Dolphins
Hike and kayak the unspoiled beauty of the Channel Islands.
Father-Daughter Bigfooting in Pennsylvania
Nothing like camping and bonding over a cryptozoological legend, right?
The Beauty of Fallingwater
See an architectural masterpiece and underground caverns in the forest of Pennsylvania
Oregon by Airstream
Three weeks of Oregon’s diverse wilderness and hipster towns
Memories of a Small Town Memorial Day
Sometimes the biggest memories are the small town ones.
Pedal Power in Bicycle Heaven
Marvel at Pittsburgh’s mecca for bike fans
Hikin’, Cavin’ & Moosin’ in the White Mountains
Counting down the 5 ‘must-dos’ in New Hampshire’s wilderness
Going Deep on Catalina
Offseason stays have all the action & more “Old” California
Winter Adventuring in Denali
Snowshoe, ski, and drive in Alaska’s backcountry
ROAM’s Winter Trip
Bucket List
Brrrrrrrrave the cold for unforgettable, frosty fun
Oahu 101: A Waikiki Week with Everyone
Even a room-without-a-view leads to the perfect multigenerational Hawaii vacation
Country Bliss
in Nashville
Mom & daughter find new boots and new friends in Tennessee
Yellowstone Winter: Road Trip of a Lifetime
An epic expedition of snow, steam and solitude
Thrills & Chills
in Colorado’s Winter
Lots of snowy action for non-skiiers in the Rockies
Autumn Leaf-Peeping in Woodstock, NY
Long before the Hudson River hamlet lent its name to the hippie hordes, the area was known for its beautiful…
A “Bohemian” Boardwalk Empire on the Jersey Shore
Autumn still rocks & rolls in the artists' enclave of Asbury Park
Into the Wild: 10 Trips for Adventurous Families
Been there? Done that? Take your kids into the wilderness.
A Local’s Guide to the Best of Central Marin
Epic walks, dining, shops, and activities lie just 15 minutes north of the Golden Gate Bridge.
The Fastest Way from SF to LA
One mom’s insider tips for driving I-5
Adventure on the Ladder Canyon Trail
Trek this slice of Utah near Palm Springs.
A Hostel Stay in Half Moon Bay
Getaway to the coast - for less.
Ski-Free Fun in Tahoe
Not a skier? Not a requirement for snowy good times.
Cheap & Cozy Cabins Outside San Francisco
Kidnap your kids and unplug for a few days.
Partying with Cranes in Lodi
Wildlife wonders + good wine = a happy family getaway.
Yosemite & Sequoia: Snow Amazing!
A winter getaway offers all of the glory but none of the crowds.
Beach Daze in The OC
RVing to splashy fun in Newport Dunes
A Prescription for Planning Yellowstone
America's first national park is on every list, but planning Yellowstone ain't easy.
Splashing Out in Maui
Enjoying the good life in high-end Hawaii.
When Toddler Meets Dolphin in Oahu
Figuring out which Hawaiian experiences delight both boy and mom.
Pirates & Princesses on the Gulf Coast
Family fun near Pensacola
Cruzing the Boardwalk
South of the San Francisco fog, Santa Cruz beckons with sun and fun.
Fast Times in SLO Country
Zoom over dunes and zip through vineyards on the Central Coast.
Action-Packed Snowpack in Soda Springs
Stop short of Tahoe for snow biking, snowshoeing and a skater mecca.
Exploring the Crazy Beauty of Moab
Ride, raft and ramble in Utah’s ultimate outdoor playground.
Hits & Near Misses in the Southeast
Tales from the roads of Tennessee, Florida, Georgia and So. Carolina.
Oh, Savannah!
The trees! The parks! The history! The frozen daiquiris!
Watch This: Sunpowder Spring in Tahoe
Get psyched for the best spring skiing in years.
A Big Week in Yellowstone & Grand Tetons
Here's a day-by-day itinerary for family adventure in Yellowstone.
A Cottage in the Sonoma Woods
Follow the fresh bread crumbs to a swimming hole in Cazadero.
Sleeping with the Band in Nashville
Tales from the road in Kentucky, Tennessee and Georgia
Not Beating the Charleston Heat
Taking it slow and easy in the Palmetto City.
Fall Foliage Fun in Western PA
A bucket-list “must” for autumn enthusiasts.
Insider’s Guide: San Francisco Holidays
Making a list for maximum family cheer.
New Trip Ideas for ROAMing Families
From the Cooks to Catalina, here's more must-do vacations.
Unwinding on Amelia Island
R&R on a lesser-known Florida beach
New England by Hyundai
Book stores, ice cream, hikes and motels combine for a low cost, high fun road trip.
The Californians Do Nantucket
West Coasters offer tips for a uniquely East Coast island.