Articles by Julie Henning

Family Vacation in Rockford, Illinois

Southern neighbor of Beloit, Wisconsin, Rockford, Illinois is about an hour and a half drive from Chicago, Milwaukee, or Madison. Home of the adorable sock monkey, Road Trips for Families ventured to Illinois for a weekend vacation. In the spirit of monkey business, here are some kid-friendly places to “hang out” the next time you are Rockford with kids.


Family Dining in Rockford, Illinois

Family dining options are plentiful in Rockford, Illinois. Family-owned, local favorites range from “hidden gems” to “reservations required”. With many restaurants conveniently located near the interstate corridor, this Feed Me review is an appetizer to get you started.


Geocaching on Vacation

The latest trend in family vacations is geocaching on the road. Road Trips for Families is Still on VaCation and playing in the nation’s largest high-tech treasure hunt.


Going on VaCachen

The latest trend in family vacations is geocaching on the road. Go on VaCachen with Road Trips for Families in the nation’s largest high-tech treasure hunt.


Exploring Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

Located just 80 miles from downtown Chicago and 50 miles from Milwaukee, Geneva Lake and the town of Lake Geneva is often called the Newport of the West. A vacation mecca for kids and their families, memories of lakeside fun are waiting in Wisconsin.