Summer Vacations Archives - ROAM Family Travel

Ditch the (Toxic, Chemical) Sunscreen
Read the ingredients. Save a reef.
The Ultimate New Orleans Itinerary
A week - or weekend - of family fun
In Mexico’s Surrealist Secret Garden
See secret gardens & endless waterfalls
Insider’s Guide to the Best of Andalucia, Spain
Granada, Seville, and Córdoba—and much more
Family Adventures Across Israel
Hiking, surfing, and exploring from Eilat to Tzfat
The Road to “Eureka!”
From sea glass beaches to redwood forests
Building Mom-Daughter Bonds in Peru
Bring home far more than snapshots
Coastal Paradise in North Carolina
Pass the Outer Banks for the “Wright” Beach
Hut-to-Hut Hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc
A day-by-day recap of one family's Alpine trek
Still in the Saddle
Life at a High Sierra pack station
France with Kids: Vaucluse by Van
Get a taste of the REAL Provence
15 Spots to Meet Me in St. Louis
Big city, small town, nature - oh, and incredible food!
Adventures around South America
From top of Columbia to bottom of Argentina
8 Great Stops in Chattanooga
More to do after the choo-choo
A Guide to French Polynesia for Families
Deciding to go is simple. Picking an island is difficult. We can help.
8 Must-Try Foods in Israel
Savory wraps, crispy cake, rose-syrup-drenched pudding - and more!
15 Unique European Vacations
ROAM editors' favorite trips on the Continent
25+ REAL California Adventures
Our favorite outdoor vacations around the Golden State
3 Days Away: Hiking Big Sur
90 miles of coastline. 1 stunner of a weekend.
Wandering the Murals of the Mission
Discovering San Francisco's incredible street art
Yosemite 2021: Half Capacity, Full Beauty
A weekend of adventures near Oakhurst
Ready for Takeoff? Tips for 2021 Travelers
5 to-dos for today!
The Best of Kid-Friendly Seattle
Cool outings from Pike's Place to the Gas Works
RVing Around Lake Michigan on a Budget
Dunes, beaches, islands, swims and sunsets around a great Great Lake
On the Road to West Yellowstone
Non-stop outdoor action in the "Family Truckster"
A Wild Itinerary for RVing Alaska
10 days of action, with grizzlies, ATVs, salmon, and whales
Moorea: The Idyllic Family Isle
Lush tropics just one flight from California
The Best-Ever Time to See NYC
All the masterpieces, views and deliciousness - none of the crowds
San Francisco in the Outdoors
No Pier 39, Union Square or Crooked Street from this local mom.
An Insider’s Guide to San Diego with Kids
Native daughters dish on Covid-safe beaches, scenes & dishes
21 Covid-Safe Family Adventures for 2021
Oh, the places you can REALLY go - without quarantines, vaccinations or worries
The Difference on Dominica
A Lesser Antilles isle with less tourists & more action
A Kid-Friendly Guide to Kauai
The best spots to stay & play - from Na Pali to Poipu
Florida: A Kayaker’s Paradise
An incredibly array of paddling around the peninsula
South Africa Reopens to Families
The joy of returning to the wild and the thrill of a memorable tinkle.
Nature Bathing in Lassen
The power of sparkling water, romping bears, and endless trails.
California’s Great Lakes that Aren’t Tahoe
Locals' favorite family-friendly lakefront destinations
A First-Timer Houseboats Shasta Lake
Peaceful NorCal lake + tricked-out rental = a ton of fun
Local Families’ Favorite California Beaches
Same coast. More value. Fewer crowds.
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Yosemite Summer
See California's crown jewel with a fraction of normal crowds
Best Road Trips in the West
25 unique & classic must-drive vacations for families
Planning Summertime in Lake Tahoe
Your complete guide to the family-friendliest shores
Hiking Glacier National Park with Kids
Wildlife, wildflowers, wilderness - oh, and glaciers!
Safe-r Family Vacations for Summer 2020
Gotta get away? Check these ideas for COVID-19 trips
How to Charter a Yacht in the Caribbean
Take your family on a dream trip - for less money than you think.
A Californian Crowdpleaser
The wonder & variety of a summer road trip through the Golden State, plus Grand Canyon & Vegas
A Pirate Sail in the San Blas Islands
Days at sea through Panama's islands of the Caribbean
Trekking with the Women of Ladakh
Himalayan veterans aim for India's Konzke La - and meet an unexpected challenge
On the Road across South Dakota
Take the grandparents on a cross-state odyssey of Wild West vistas & outdoor majesty
U-Pick California Fruit
An hour from San Francisco, a u-pick summer fruit paradise awaits.
The Road from Rome to Berlin
Stops in Italy, Austria, Czech and Germany please parents and teens, alike.
Adventure Faceoff: The Alps vs. The Rockies
Why even Coloradans gotta do Switzerland.
Aliens Land in Kecksburg
A small-town UFO festival is a little weird, a lot hokey & pretty wonderful
5 Back-to-school Breakaways
From European glamping to Maine kayaking, check out these last-chance summer escapes
The Magical Waters of Anna, Spain
A dive into fabled pools and family roots in the country, coast and Old Quarter of Valencia
Adventure Atop the Bermuda Triangle
A blur of pink beaches, pirate grottos, bike trails, limestone caverns, and sparkling coves - but no mysterious phenomena
How to Tackle Europe with Kids
Craft a happy family trip for everyone with tips from a Continental veteran
Barcelona – Again & Again & Again
Spain's superstar never disappoints. Here's the city & Costa Brava spots you can't miss.
Topping Out in Thailand
Images and joy from a day of rock climbing victory in Railay Beach
5 Last-Minute Big Summer Vacations
No plans? No worries. These spots still have room for you.
Colombia’s New World
A rebirth of people, plazas and playas
Oregon by Airstream
Three weeks of Oregon’s diverse wilderness and hipster towns
Another Taste of San Sebastián
Spain’s go-BACK-to Basque beach town
Manta-Hunting on Yap
Meet Fumiko - and more fascinating and friendly inhabitants in Micronesia
The Toughest Kilimanjaro Climb
Facing Tanzania's summit despite snow and sickness
Switzerland 101: Into the Heart of Europe
The must-see Alpine glory of Luzern, Interlaken & Bern
Sailing the Coast of Croatia
Unforgettable family time from Dubrovnik to the Southern Dalmatians
Barcelona: 3 Gaudis in 1 Day
Short on time? Here's how to see Sagrada, Batllo & Guell - fast!
Wild & Wondrous Safaris in South Africa
Find more than the “Big 5” without losing your shirt
Windswept Wonder on Îles de la Madeleine
10 perfect days of the historic streets, epic meals, and coastal bliss that Portugal can deliver
Going Deep on Catalina
Offseason stays have all the action & more “Old” California
On Safari in Sri Lanka
10 perfect days of the historic streets, epic meals, and coastal bliss that Portugal can deliver
Family Galapagos on a Budget
How to see Earth's natural spectacle without breaking the bank
Loving Lisbon, Lagos & Beyond
10 perfect days of the historic streets, epic meals, and coastal bliss that Portugal can deliver
25 Most Popular ROAM Adventures
Want to get away – FAR away – this Christmas? If you’re done with the cold, the rain, the snow,…
Into the Wild: 10 Trips for Adventurous Families
Been there? Done that? Take your kids into the wilderness.
Going Local in Ecuador
Quito and nearby Andean villages are affordable and family friendly
A Return to Italy – con Bambinis
Celebrating our anniversary where it all began.
The Best Bali Beaches for Families
Pass Kuta to find these off-the-beaten-path spots.
1 Day, 2 Volcanoes, 3 Islands
In Italy’s Aeolian Islands, it’s entirely possible.
Summering in Australia’s Winter
It might be the best season for a "walk about" Down Under.
Finding the Italy of Our Dreams
Ortigia turns down-on-Italy cynics into true believers.
Beach Daze in The OC
RVing to splashy fun in Newport Dunes
SUP/Skate/Stroll on Vancouver Island
(Plus hiking, surfing, caving, dining, tidepooling and more...)
A Prescription for Planning Yellowstone
America's first national park is on every list, but planning Yellowstone ain't easy.
Time to Take the Kids to Cuba
Here's how to have an unforgettable family adventure.
Pirates & Princesses on the Gulf Coast
Family fun near Pensacola
Can Your Kids Hack the Inca Trail?
ROAM learns the do’s and don’ts from a Peru trekking expert.
A Big Week in Yellowstone & Grand Tetons
Here's a day-by-day itinerary for family adventure in Yellowstone.
Not Taking the “God” Out of Israel
You don’t have to be religious to appreciate this amazing country.