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Explore and play: vacationing with wiggle room

This is a sponsored post on behalf of Let’s Play, but all opinions are my own.

As a Let’s Play Ambassador I like to play. Having said that, I’ve always liked to play and have a very curious spirit. When I was single and travelling I enjoyed getting lost and have always liked being out of my element. Our family travel or vacations do not have the same vibe, but I still manage to discover side trips or activities that are not the main reason for why we’re going there.

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Daddy, have you been to Sweden?

“Daddy, have you been to Sweden?” our 6 year old asked from the back seat. It would seem a ridiculous question on the surface and it is, but my first reaction was, ‘how did you know’? Our son is not some 6 year old travel savant; he was merely asking random questions. The second thing that popped into my head was “how do you even know about Sweden?”

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Under the Radar Michigan: The First 50, great for tourists & locals

Most summers we vacation in Michigan. Specifically we go to the Traverse City and the Charlevoix region. In the northern Michigan area the temperatures, even in the middle of July rarely get uncomfortable. Under The Radar Michigan is a popular show that’s on PBS stations in Michigan. Their new book Under The Radar Michigan: The First 50 takes a look at some of the best gems from their first 50 episodes and puts them in a book.

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The Sandbox is a must visit for families at Hilton Head Island

When your family goes on vacation there are guaranteed to be a day or two out of the week that need something. It could be too hot, too cold, bad weather or maybe the kids just need a day inside, but not inside the beach place that you’re renting. On Hilton Head Island you have The Sandbox, an interactive children’s museum that far exceeds expectations that you have of a resort children’s museum.

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The Dove Street Festival of Lights returns to Hilton Head Island

In 2010 a beloved 20 year tradition left Hilton Head Island. The Dove Street Festival of Lights took place on Dove Street and literally lit up the night sky with houses along both sides a blaze with festive holiday lights. It was a fundraise that gave tens of thousands of dollars each year to The Deep Well Project, in addition to hundreds of memories over that 20 year period. However, The Dove Street Festival of Lights grew too big for its residential location and went out on a high note. This year the iconic festival is returning to Hilton Head Island at Shelter Cove Towne Centre from November 28-January 4.

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Win a copy of National Geographic Kids Almanac 2015

This year I’m a National Geographic Kids Insider. Big hoey you say, but what that means to you is that we’ll be giving away lots of National Geographic Kids stuff! And if you have a child that loves animals then they know about Nat Geo Kids. The National Geographic Kids Almanac 2015 is aimed at children 8-12, but adults will enjoy looking at it just as much.

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10 Things to Do with Your Tween at Dragon Con 2014

Dragon Con is coming to Atlanta from Friday, August 29-Sunday, August 31. In addition to being a Labor Day tradition for pop culture and comic fans it features the largest parade in Atlanta. To give parents a fun starting point for smiles and memories that will last a lifetime, we’ve created our Top 10 of things to do with your 9 to 13-year-old at Dragon Con.

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Aerial America: Southwest Collection-armchair travel & more

Smithsonian Channel Aerial America: Southwest Collection takes five of the programs that aired on the Smithsonian Channel and puts them on Blu-ray. Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah and Colorado are featured in this DVD. It is presented in full widescreen with an aspect ratio of 16 x 9 and 5.1 digital surround sound. I’m no audiophile, but all that adds up to a gorgeous picture and immersive sound.

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