Activate Games continues to be one of the more unique entertainment concepts available for families, friends, and small groups—and after multiple visits to different locations, the Tustin site stands out as one of the strongest executions of the experience. This visit…
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Universal Studios Hollywood in January: A Detailed, Low-Crowd Family Guide
We visited Universal Studios Hollywood on a Wednesday in mid-January as a family with one elementary-age child. This wasn’t our first visit, and that actually helped—we knew what usually goes wrong, which made it easier to appreciate when almost nothing did. If you’re…
Easy Sedona Wins When You Don’t Want Another Big Hike
Sedona is famous for spectacular hikes, but you don’t need to tackle another long or strenuous trail to enjoy the landscape. If you want beautiful views, short walks, scenic drives, cultural stops, and relaxing experiences that let you soak in the scenery without…
Hyatt Vacation Club at Piñon Pointe Review
We recently stayed three nights at Hyatt Vacation Club at Piñon Pointe in Sedona and were impressed with the property overall. This is a villa‑style resort that worked well for our family and served as a great base for hiking, dining, and walking around Uptown Sedona….
Two Great Sedona Hikes for Families: Cathedral Rock and Birthing Cave
When planning our Sedona trip, we had a long list of hikes we wanted to do. Some big, some shorter, and some we knew we might need to play by ear once we were actually there with our 10-year-old. What we ended up doing on one of our favorite days was two very…




