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US Travel Destinations

The USA is such an enormous and varied destination that it's impossible to see even a small fraction of it in a lifetime. But our family is certainly trying! I've lived in multiple regions of the US (from Alabama to Ohio to Connecticut to California), and my husband and I travel all over the country extensively with our kids.

Because we call California home, a lot of our travels have been right here in the Golden State. We regularly visit all the major cities in California, along with as many small towns and outdoor and rural escapes as we can.

Like a lot of Californians, we travel to neighboring western states quite frequently. Arizona and Nevada have been places we've vacationed often, and we are always looking for an excuse to return to Hawaii!

Near and dear to our hearts is the South as well. I grew up in Alabama, my husband and I went to law school in Virginia, and my family is now based in North Carolina. Southern states have always been and will continue to be a big part of our family's travel adventures.

And of course we enjoy travel to all the rest, even if I haven't gotten around to writing it all up! Here's a sneak peek of all the places we've traveled to with one or both kids so far. You can dive more deeply into many of these regions below.

Harvey Family Travels with kids to date April 2025

Best of the USA

  • Grand Cayman Stingray Swim
    Where We Traveled in 2024 & Where We're Planning to Go in 2025
  • Washington DC with Teens - Washington Monument
    Washington DC with Teens: Tips & Top Things to Do
  • Yosemite Ahwahnee Hotel
    7 Iconic US National Park Lodges to Add to Your Travel Bucket List
  • Yale Harkness Tower
    9 Best College Towns to Visit with Kids

California

  • San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge View from Sausalito
    21 Very Best Things to Do in San Francisco with Kids (by a Local Parent!)
  • Welcome to Napa Valley California sign
    Napa Valley Wine Country with Kids: The Complete Guide
  • Palm Springs Entrance Sign
    Guide to Palm Springs with Young Kids: An Unlikely Destination That Works
  • First Timer's Guide to Lake Tahoe: Vacation Tips
  • Yosemite National Park Half Dome View
    Complete Guide to Yosemite National Park with Kids
See more California →

Western States

  • Sedona Arizona with Kids
    Top Things to Do in Sedona, Arizona With Kids
  • Grand Canyon with Kids
    8 Tips for Visiting the Grand Canyon with Toddlers
  • 15 Things to Do With Young Kids in Las Vegas
  • Tempe Arizona with Kids - Hayden Butte A Mountain
    The Ultimate Travel Guide to Tempe, Arizona with Kids
  • Best Kid-Friendly Hotels in Las Vegas for Families

Hawaii

  • Hawaii Big Island with Kids - Mauna Kea Beach from Above
    The Ultimate Guide to Hawaii's Big Island with Kids
  • Pool in Maui Hawaii at Hyatt Regency Maui
    11 Best Things to Do in Maui with Kids
  • Waikiki Beach Surfboard Alley
    First Timers Guide to Visiting Waikiki with Kids
  • Best Family Resorts in Hawaii - Honua Kai
    8 Best Family-Friendly Hawaii Resorts
See more Hawaii →

Southern States

  • Condos and Beach Chair View at Alabama Beaches in Orange Beach Alabama
    Alabama Beaches First Timer's Guide: Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
  • Charlotte NC Skyline
    17 Very Best Things to Do in Charlotte with Kids (by a Local Parent!)
  • 24 Hours in Chattanooga with Kids
  • Nashville with Young Kids - Hatch Show Print
    Visiting Nashville with Young Kids: Top Things to Do in Music City
  • North Carolina High Country - Blue Ridge Views
    North Carolina High Country with Kids: Fun Things to Do on a Multigenerational Trip
  • 36 Hours with Atlanta with Kids: Things to Do and See in Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta, Georgia with kids
    36 Hours in Atlanta with Kids

Florida

  • Florida Keys - Islamorada at the Moorings
    Florida Keys Travel Guide: Must-Read Tips for First Time Visitors
  • Florida Panhandle Emerald Coast - Panama City Beach Dunes and Ocean
    First Timer's Guide to Florida Panhandle Beaches: Destin, 30A, Panama City & Beyond
  • Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Space Mountain and Tron at Dusk
    33 Brilliant Ideas That Will Save You Money at Disney World

Other US Destinations & Travel Tips

  • Arizona Spring Training 2024: Tips for Cactus League Baseball
  • Planning a Trip to Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks
  • Best National Parks to Visit in Fall
  • Top 17 Warm Weather Destinations for Families Escaping Winter
  • First Timer’s Guide to Skiing Stowe Mountain Resort
  • Dollywood with Kids: 15 Things to Know Before You Go!
  • Travel During Summer Wildfire Season: What You Need to Know
  • Universal Orlando Resort: 7 Things Every Disney Fan Needs to Know
  • Best Things to Do in Cabarrus County, North Carolina with Kids
  • Why Families Should Explore Gulf County, Florida
  • Tennessee Smoky Mountains with Kids: From National Parks to Theme Parks
  • Taking Kids to the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina
  • A Family-Friendly Evening With the Arizona Diamondbacks

Welcome!

Welcome! I'm Leslie Harvey, a mom of two (ages 16 and 11) based in the San Francisco Bay Area who loves to travel. Trips With Tykes is a family travel blog devoted to simplifying the logistics of traveling with kids of all ages. With a little knowledge of airline rules & good planning, family travel can be really rewarding, even if it still involves the occasional battle with TSA over your toddler's juice box.

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