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Family travel doesn’t have to be complicated. Here you’ll find family-friendly itineraries, destination guides, hidden gems, national park adventures, road trip ideas, and practical travel tips designed to help you spend less time planning and more time making memories.
From Midwest weekend getaways to bucket-list destinations across the country, every guide is based on our family’s real experiences and created to help your family travel with confidence.
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Where to Stay in Yellowstone National Park: The Best Lodges, Hotels & Gateway Towns for Families
If you are planning a trip to Yellowstone National Park, you’ve probably found yourself wondering where you should stay. Yellowstone is huge. At over 2.2 million acres, driving from one side of the park to the other can take several hours, so where you sleep each night can have a huge impact on how much…
Hey! I’m Kristen.
I’m a mom of three, travel writer, itinerary planner, and the creator behind Midwest Travel Mama.
After years of planning family road trips, national park adventures, and weekend getaways, I’ve learned that traveling with kids doesn’t have to be overwhelming.
My goal is simple: to help families travel more through detailed itineraries, destination guides, practical planning advice, and real-world tips that actually work.
Whether you’re looking for your next weekend adventure or planning the trip of a lifetime, I’m here to help make adventure travel with kids easier.
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Where to Stay in Yellowstone National Park: The Best Lodges, Hotels & Gateway Towns for Families
If you are planning a trip to Yellowstone National Park, you’ve probably found yourself wondering where you should stay. Yellowstone is huge. At over 2.2 million acres, driving from one side of the park to the other can take several hours, so where you sleep each night can have a huge impact on how much…
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The Ultimate Guide to Wildlife in Yellowstone: Where to See Bears, Wolves, Bison, Moose & More
One of the top reasons families visit Yellowstone National Park is the chance to see wildlife in its natural habitat. As these animals are truly wild, there are no guarantees when it comes to spotting wildlife in Yellowstone—but that’s part of what makes it so exciting. Every day in the park is different, and you…
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The Best Family Friendly Hikes in Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park is famous for its geysers, colorful hot springs, and incredible wildlife, but some of the park’s best experiences happen once you get out of your car and onto the trail. From boardwalks winding past bubbling geothermal features to scenic strolls to towering waterfall overlooks and mountain peaks, there are some really great…
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Why the NBC World Series Is One of the Midwest’s Best Summer Traditions
If you asked me a few weeks ago what I knew about the NBC World Series, my answer probably would have been, “It’s a baseball tournament.” After spending opening night there, I’ve realized it’s much more than that. Yes, you’ll watch some incredible baseball. But what stood out to me most wasn’t just what was…
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10 Unforgettable Things to Do in Yellowstone with Kids
Yellowstone National Park is one of those places that truly lives up to the hype. Home to erupting geysers, colorful hot springs, incredible wildlife, and some of the most unique landscapes in the world, it’s an unforgettable destination for families. The challenge isn’t finding things to do—it’s narrowing down your list. After spending several days…
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The Ultimate Family Guide to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks: 6 Day Itinerary + Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks have been sitting at the top of our family’s bucket list for years, and after finally spending 6 unforgettable days exploring them, I can confidently say they lived up to every expectation. From getting stuck in a bison traffic jam in Lamar Valley, hiking beneath the towering peaks of…
