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11 Family-Friendly Fourth of July Events Around the U.S.
Fourth of July falls on a Friday this year — the perfect opportunity to take the kids away on a family-friendly vacation to celebrate the three-day weekend. Below are some ideas from around the country on where to go to get away this Fourth of July weekend. From California, New Mexico and Texas to the birthplace of…
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Last-Minute Road Trip: Our Central Coast Itinerary
After five days on the road driving around California’s Central Coast in a rented RV, we headed home. As we left the Pacific Coast Highway, trading ocean views for rush hour traffic, we realized that our return was bittersweet. I would miss the refreshing breezes California coastal cities such as San Simeon, Cambria and San…
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Last-Minute Road Trip: Avila Beach
This was my view this morning. We woke up in Avila Beach, Calif., and scored all-day parking on the beach from 6 am until 2 am for free. Fourth of July fireworks are visible from Pismo Beach and we are sandwiched between the marina and the town, which are both within walking distance. It couldn’t…
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Last-Minute Road Trip
This will be our new home for the next five days. We have decided to rent a motor home and camp along the central coast of California for the next five days. Two families, two kids, one baby and four adults, will one RV be enough? Will we find anywhere to stay? Stay tuned for…
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