Travel

Our first post-pandemic trip—Is it post-pandemic? Maybe post-vaccinated trip—was in March 2021. We flew to San Diego for a few days and then drove to Palm Springs for five days. Traveling with all the new policies and regulations was a...

After more than a year of no travel due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I decided that it was time for my family to bust out of Kansas for a real vacation. I had a long list of criteria, the...

This post is sponsored by Magic Mouse Travel. Kansas City Mom Collective readers can get 50% off your deposit. Email them now! My family LOVES Disney World. We’ve taken three family vacations there, including our recent trip during Spring Break....

We love exploring cities as a family. But with pandemic life, it just hasn't been possible. So instead, we spent the weekend exploring our very favorite city - Kansas City! We focused on KC's oldest attractions and learned about...

You don't have to jump on a plane or even hit the road to experience a great vacation. Kansas City has all you need with unique places to eat, big city attractions, charming local shopping and fun places to...

We're taking the stress out of traveling. Grab one of these itineraries and go be a tourist in your own city! The Ultimate KC Weekend at Crown Center I can’t think of a more fun, family friendly and convenient Kansas City...

Adventure is calling....right here in Kansas City! All of our travel adventures are still mostly on the back burner as we begin 2021. But our wanderlust is still strong. As we look forward to the days where travel is safe...

I can’t think of a more fun, family friendly and convenient Kansas City staycation destination than Crown Center. With a variety of attractions and local restaurants connected to The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center, it makes for a...

All too often we take for granted all of the amazing opportunities for fun and exploration that live right in our own backyards. Recently my family dusted off the ol’ suitcases (remember those?) and spent the weekend exploring the...

Museum at Prairiefire As well as hosting a variety of dynamic, authentic Natural History exhibitions, the Museum at Prairiefire offerings include regular events, interactive activities and programs for adults and kids. Check out Science Happy Hour or our Little Explorers...

The Westin Kansas City Crown Center The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center prides itself on delivering superior quality and exceptional customer service. Perfectly placed amid celebrated downtown attractions, The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center is a haven of wellness...

From world-famous barbecue to out of this world donuts, Kansas City has restaurants that make for a great family experience - whether you're taking it to go or dining in. Explore our recommendations by geographic area by using the...

Spring in Kansas City is a great time to explore the many outdoor opportunities for family fun. Whether you're hiking one of KC's best trails, visiting the animals at the Zoo or exploring gorgeous gardens, you'll find a relaxing...

In a turn of events that I find mostly surprising although altogether predictable, I’m the mom of two teenage kids. One of them, in fact, is in his last year of adolescence already.  I could not be prouder of...

Road trips are a great option for families looking to explore. Especially for those of us with small children who can’t refrain from licking airplane seats, armrests, and windows. We quickly have become relative experts in road trip entertainment...