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Adventure Is in Our Souls is our family travel blog about exploring the world with kids, from national parks and road trips to bucket-list international adventures.
We share the trips we have actually taken with our girls, including practical itineraries, family-friendly stops, honest tips, and the little details that make traveling with kids easier, more memorable, and more fun.
Recommended Family Adventures and Destinations
Start with one of our favorite ways to explore. Whether you are planning a national park trip, a family road trip, a beach escape, or an international adventure, these guides will help you find the right trip for your family.
Family Road Trips
Scenic drives, national parks, coastal routes, and family-friendly itineraries.
National Parks
Kid-friendly park guides, Junior Ranger stops, scenic viewpoints, and outdoor adventures.
U.S. Adventures
Family travel ideas across the United States, from cities to coastlines to mountains.
Central America
Rainforests, wildlife, volcanoes, beaches, and family adventure itineraries.
South America
Peru, Colombia, ancient ruins, colorful towns, wildlife, and bucket-list family trips.
Europe
Winter adventures, historic cities, cruise stops, and family-friendly European itineraries.
Our Story Has Only Begun...
Hi, I’m Nichole, the planner, memory-keeper, and storyteller behind Adventure Is in Our Souls. Along with my husband, Dustin, and our girls, Buttercup and Spider Monkey, I share the family adventures we have actually taken, from national parks and road trips to once-in-a-lifetime international trips.
We are not full-time travelers. We are a real family planning trips around school schedules, work, budgets, and all the moving pieces that come with traveling with kids. That is why I share the details that actually helped us plan, what worked, what surprised us, and what made each trip worth it.
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Lost Children (So Far)
Where Adventure Has Taken Us
From road trips across the United States to bucket-list adventures around the world, we love tracking the places we have explored together as a family. These maps show the memories we are collecting one trip at a time.
Join Us on Our Latest Family Adventures!
New York City with Kids: 7-Day Family Itinerary
Planning New York City with kids can feel overwhelming, but it is completely doable with the right mix of big attractions, flexible timing, and realistic expectations. Here’s how our family spent 7 days exploring NYC with kids.
Statue of Liberty Crown with Kids: What to Expect
Visiting the Statue of Liberty Crown with kids takes advance planning, but it is one of the most memorable ways to experience New York Harbor. Here’s what to know about crown tickets, security, the spiral staircase, views, Liberty Island, and Ellis Island.
Catacombs NYC Tour with Kids: What to Expect
The Catacombs NYC tour is one of the more unique history-focused experiences in New York City. Here’s what to expect when visiting St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral with kids, including the cemetery, underground catacombs, stairs, tour pace, and family tips.
The Ultimate Itinerary for a New England Road Trip with Kids
Our family spent ten magical days exploring New England from Maine to Vermont, discovering coastal beauty, mountain scenery, working farms, and iconic food experiences. This comprehensive itinerary covers the best stops for families across three states.
The Ultimate Itinerary for a Vermont Road Trip with Kids
Our family spent four magical days exploring Vermont, discovering working farms, iconic food experiences, breathtaking scenic drives, and charming mountain towns. This itinerary blends natural beauty, authentic experiences, and unforgettable family moments.
The Best Maine Road Trip for Kids
Our family spent six unforgettable days exploring Maine from top to bottom. We discovered that the best Maine road trip combines stunning natural beauty with authentic experiences, accessible attractions, and genuine Maine character that welcomes families.
News Coverage of Our Family Adventures
Shoutout Arizona
Meet Nichole
Mom, Attorney, and Family Travel Blogger
I sat down with Shoutout Arizona to talk about our family adventures, building Adventure Is in Our Souls, and finding room for travel in the middle of real life.
Read the Article Here
Coming Soon!
We have more family adventures planned and plenty of trip guides still in the works. Stay tuned for new stories, practical tips, and real family travel advice.
Alaska
Glaciers, wildlife, national parks, scenic drives, and cruise adventures.
Greece
Ancient sites, island views, cruise stops, and family-friendly port days.
Italy
Historic cities, coastal stops, food, culture, and Mediterranean family travel.
Turkey
Markets, history, coastline, cultural stops, and memorable family experiences.
Malta
Sea views, historic streets, harbor towns, and Mediterranean adventure.
Guatemala
Antigua, Lake Atitlan, volcano views, colorful towns, and family adventure.
Jordan
Petra, desert landscapes, ancient history, and bucket-list family exploring.
