LEGOLAND® California’s annual Brick-or-Treat Halloween celebration is back—and this is one of our family’s favorite fall traditions! If your kids love LEGO, Halloween, candy and rides, Brick or Treat is one of those family outings that makes for a seriously fun fall day. The 2026 celebration brings back all of the things families love about […]
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Fire up the engines! Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ Glow-N-Fire is coming back to San Diego, and if your kids love monster trucks, big jumps, loud engines and over-the-top family entertainment, this is one show you won’t want to miss. We’ve taken our kids to Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live, and it’s always been a family favorite. […]
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Summer is officially in play, and we’ve got your family fun game plan! From splash-worthy escapes and high-energy adventures to must-see events, we break down the ultimate Summer Family Playbook. INDOOR ADVENTURE AWAITS The search for family activities that keep everyone entertained—without relying on perfect weather or another movie marathon—has officially gotten easier with the […]
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Some family traditions are measured in birthdays and holidays. Others are marked by a favorite summer destination that everyone looks forward to year after year. In Laguna Beach, that tradition is the Pageant of the Masters, where masterpieces quite literally come to life beneath the stars. This summer’s production, The Greatest of All Time, invites […]
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There’s something magical about summer evenings that never goes out of style. It’s the sound of kids laughing barefoot on the lawn, sticky fingers from toasted marshmallows, swimsuits that never quite dry before the next cannonball, and staying outside until the stars come out and remind everyone it’s finally bedtime. That’s exactly the feeling Limelight […]
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Summer is the perfect time to press pause on the daily routine and make memories together—whether that’s planning a fun staycation, exploring a local hidden gem, or saying yes to a brand-new family adventure. We share easy ways to bring everyone together without the stress of over planning. KID-APPROVED ADVENTURES Summer vacations are at their […]
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This summer’s hottest family trend isn’t a new app—it’s going analog. Families are swapping screen time for creativity, connection, and hands-on fun. We share some of the best screen-free activities helping kids unplug, get creative, and make the most of summer. SCREEN FREE STORYTELLING Instead of watching cartoons or movies all day, inspire your kids […]
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The San Diego County Fair is officially back, and if you’re planning a trip to Del Mar this summer, a little preparation can make a huge difference. Between traffic, parking, long lines, and deciding which fried food is actually worth it, the fair can get overwhelming fast. Whether you’re going for the concerts, carnival rides, […]
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There are moments in family travel that become part of your family lore—the stories retold at holiday dinners, the memories that resurface whenever someone mentions a favorite vacation. For our family, one of those moments happened somewhere off Maui’s sun-drenched western shoreline, floating above a reef alive with color while sea turtles glided effortlessly beneath […]
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We’re headed into Memorial Day Weekend at Huntington Beach… or you may know it by it’s official title, Surf City USA, yep, is actually trademarked! We share what makes this beach town better than others and how to plan the perfect visit. HANG TEN IN HUNTINGTON BEACH There are beach towns, and then there is […]
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