Travel Guides – Page 5 of 6 – On Points With Kids

Top kid-friendly things to do in Kauai, Hawaii

May 18, 2025December 7, 2022 by

Kauai is known for its beautiful beaches, lush forests, and stunning natural beauty, making it a popular destination for travelers.

When you look at the map of Hawaii, the island of Kauai is the northernmost, which actually means that Kauai is the oldest island in the chain of the Hawaiian islands (making the Big Island the youngest of all). Its volcanic activity ended 3.8 million years ago!

Kauai’s remote location and age make it a special place with unique flora and fauna. There is a lot to see and explore on the island, and it’s perfect for a family vacation! Our eight and two year olds had a great time on the island. Let’s take a look at some of the best things to do on a trip to Kauai when visiting with kids!

Best things to do in Paso Robles, California

May 18, 2025November 11, 2022 by

Looking for the best things to do in Paso Robles on your next family trip? This small Central California town may be famous for its vineyards, but it’s also packed with fun and unique experiences for families.

Just 2.5 hours from San Jose or 2 hours from Monterey, Paso Robles makes for an easy and rewarding weekend getaway. From dazzling outdoor art displays to hands-on museums and scenic parks, here are five kid-friendly things to do in Paso Robles that your whole crew will enjoy.

Visiting Pamukkale, Türkiye, with kids

May 30, 2025August 10, 2022 by

This summer, we spent a few unforgettable weeks exploring Türkiye with our kids, from wandering the streets of Istanbul to relaxing on the Mediterranean coast. One of the most memorable experiences was visiting Pamukkale, Türkiye, with kids, a surreal landscape of white travertine terraces and warm thermal pools that felt like something out of a dream.

We’ve already shared all the details of our three-day road trip from Antalya to Istanbul (read it here), including how we chose fun and unique stops along the way. But Pamukkale stood out as a clear favorite — not only for us but also as the place our friends ask about the most.

If you’re planning a family trip to Türkiye, here’s everything you need to know about visiting Pamukkale with kids, why it’s worth a stop, what to expect, and how to make the most of it.

Things to see in Istanbul in 3 days

March 22, 2025July 24, 2022 by

We spent two weeks in beautiful Turkey this summer, or as you are supposed to say, Türkiye. We had a very busy schedule and tried to accomplish a lot during our stay. The very first part of our Turkish journey began in Istanbul, one of the largest and oldest cities in the world, where we spent a few days.

Greek settlers founded Istanbul in the 7th century B.C. The city served as an imperial capital for almost 1600 years: during the Roman, Latin, late Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires. This city, rich in history and culture, attracts millions of tourists every year. If you are only visiting Istanbul for a short period – this itinerary is about must-see and must-try things in the city.

Türkiye Road Trip Itinerary: Antalya to Istanbul with Kids

March 22, 2025July 17, 2022 by

As you know, this summer, we went on our big Turkish trip that combined various activities—from exploring one of the oldest and biggest cities in the world (Istanbul) to relaxing on the Mediterranean coast at an all-inclusive resort. We also took a road trip back to Istanbul through the country to witness ancient city ruins, walk around small towns, eat good food, and fully experience Turkish culture as it is. Continue reading to find out how we took a road trip from Antalya to Istanbul with our kids.

Amazing food from around the world

January 23, 2023May 26, 2022 by

Recently we have realized that we get equally excited about visiting a new place as much as about trying new restaurants and food! I guess this is how we started our “foodie” journey. 😅 What can we say, we just love to eat!

When traveling we love to try local food, if possible, to explore a different cultural atmosphere fully. How do we find a good restaurant? Mostly on Yelp (no matter how trivial it may sound)🤷🏻‍♀️ or sometimes on TripAdvisor. We came to the conclusion that the rating doesn’t usually lie and if something is 2.5 stars, well it’s probably going to end up being 2.5 stars.

Here are some of our favorite restaurants from around the world that we have been lucky to try on our trips.

Washington D.C. in 3 days with kids

August 25, 2023April 17, 2022 by

Our spring break in Washington, D.C., was a success. The Nation’s capital is beautiful this time of the year; although we wished it would have been a little warmer, we still enjoyed our stay very much.

We were actually surprised that this city offers a lot of kid-friendly activities. When we told Sophia we were going to Washington, D.C., the first thing she asked was if we were going to see the White House. For 7-8-year-olds, it’s an adventure to visit the places they talked about in school and see the historical monuments themselves.

A day trip to the Exuma Cays, the Bahamas

March 22, 2025March 27, 2022 by

A few years ago, we went on our Caribbean vacation to the Bahamas. Although it had been quite some time ago, and we hadn’t even started our “onpoints” journey at that time (it was only “withkids”), some of our friends (a post for you, Alex) were asking for a Bahamian story. We decided to feature the most memorable part of our adventure (and one of the most memorable vacations we have ever taken!) — a day trip to the Exuma Cays!

A winter weekend getaway: top activities in Murphys, California

October 17, 2023February 22, 2022 by

Last Christmas break, we had planned a short getaway to the winter wonderland (as Sophia says). We had booked three nights at the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa And Casino and were very excited about our trip.

The weather in the Sierras is very unpredictable in winter, it can be dry and sunny, or it can snow for days and wreak havoc on the traffic. December 2021 turned out to be the snowiest December on record for the Sierra Nevada, breaking all the previous records. Central Sierra Snow Lab recorded 214 inches (544 cm) of snow that month!

A summer trip to Houston, Texas, June 2021

August 25, 2023January 26, 2022 by

Last summer we took a short trip to Houston, Texas to take care of some family business.

We booked this trip with Southwest Airlines and paid with cash which of course went towards the minimum spend requirement for a credit card signup bonus (at that time we were working on the Hilton Honors Aspire card, to learn how we spent the signup bonus, read about our Hawaiian vacation here). We had the A-List status with Southwest Airlines so we got our seats in the front of the plane.