Andrea Verschuyl

Are you looking for some nostalgic fun in the Chicago area ? Check out The Choo Choo , a family-friendly restaurant near Des Plaines.

This family-friendly restaurant in Bellevue, WA has fun for all ages. Put the phones away for an evening of board games and good food!

It's time I came clean: although I've lived in the Evergreen State all my life, I've never been up the Space Needle . Despite this space-age building

Washington is home to some incredible desserts. Still, it's hard to beat a high-quality donut.

If you're planning a road trip this summer, consider checking out the Illinois leg of the Ohio River Scenic Byway . Easily one of the best scenic

Are you looking for an outdoor adventure in Washington this summer? Head to my favorite of the San Juan Islands bucolic Lopez , and climb into the canopies of an old-growth forest!

Even with the best checklists to streamline road trip planning , deciding where to go can stump the savviest traveler.

Thank goodness they're cute because having kids makes meal planning a whole lot more complicated.

Are you a history buff? If so, then you know exploring the past can lead to unexpected places. Learning about our state's story is serious work, but that doesn't mean the work needs to be serious.

Are you ready for berry season? Bybee Farms in North Bend may be the prettiest blueberry u-pick in Washington. Plan your visit!