Candyce H. Stapen is an award-winning travel journalist and author. As travel editor/producer at USA TODAY, Stapen launched the company’s digital travel sites. Her work appears in many outlets, including the Washington Post and Frommers.com. Candyce has written thousands of articles and 29 books about family travel, including two for National Geographic. She founded non-profit Henny’s Kids to bring solar-powered laptops and computer training to rural elementary schools in Africa.
Candyce raised her family in Washington, D.C., and currently resides there with her husband and Lily, a Newfoundland.
Where Colonial history and urban adventures meet Your parents may have brought you to Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown years ago to learn about the nation’s history, but now as an adult get even more from your getaway by sampling craft beers, tasting wines, gliding on ziplines and kayaking in creeks.Use this flexible itinerary to mix… Read More
Pull on a pair of bespoke cowboy boots and the swagger comes naturally. Icons of America’s Old West, the boots, like the wranglers who once roped wild stallions, evoke a sense of rugged individualism. You select the leathers and personalize the design. After multiple measurements of your feet and calves, craftspeople build the boots by… Read More
This Southern city proves that ‘historic’ and ‘hip’ are not opposites. The Virginia capital played pivotal roles in America’s past, but also has an overflow of trendy restaurants and shops. CIVIL WAR BATTLEFIELDS AND MUSEUMS draw many history buffs to Richmond, 105 miles south of Washington, DC. But like any Southern belle worth her petticoats,… Read More
Retiree says: ‘I need the smell of the ocean’. Bill and Debby Keese can’t wait to get to the beach for their daily uplift. After Bill’s retirement in July, they will relocate across Texas from Austin to Galveston, heading 215 miles southeast – not stopping until they see the Gulf Coast. “When I drive across… Read More
Road trips make for great family vacations. WalletHub’s 2017 Best Road Trip Destinations for Summer crunches data to come up with the best and the worst states for road trips that lead you to diverse activities at reasonable prices. Colorado features the highest number of scenic byways, while Connecticut has the fewest. Find out where… Read More
Not everyone is a beach lover, and that’s OK! Boat, kayak, canoe, fish and swim — all while saving money — by heading to a state or national park. Enjoy the lakes and the natural scenery in Minnesota, Michigan, Montana, Oregon and Kentucky. Come on in — the water is fine and the parks are… Read More
On a bicycle, you become part of the streetscape instead of just staring at the city’s sites. RewardExpert.com’s recently released study rates the best and the worst major U.S. cities for cyclists. Read on to learn how to get the most out of touring the country’s bike-friendly cities. Cycling through a city allows you to… Read More
Beach aficionados wait each year for Dr. Stephen Leatherman, aka Dr. Beach, to release his list of the U.S.’s best sands. This year Florida has three beaches in the top 10 and Hawaii has two. You can find the best of the rest in North Carolina, New York, Massachusetts, California and South Carolina. Siesta Key… Read More
Glitzy, gaudy, often gauche and always entertaining, Las Vegas shimmers like a desert oasis. High-energy casinos, dazzling shows, body-to-body nightclubs, plus scores of top-rated restaurants make Sin City a 24/7, top-rated destination. Casinos and Their Thrill Rides Casino-hopping on the Vegas Strip pulls you into the city’s conga-like rhythms. And if it takes a drink… Read More
Whether you’re looking for a thrill ride on a modern, steel coaster, or you appreciate the classic wooden variety, American theme parks are debuting some new, exciting options this summer. Find out where to ride the best of this summer’s new roller coasters. Busch Gardens is rolling out the wooden coaster, InvadR. Several Six Flags… Read More
Children’s museums don’t just have to be for children. Many feature exhibits that are equally engaging and entertaining for adults. Share creative experiences with your kids at three of the U.S.’s best children’s museums. Each offers its own spin on imaginative fun. The best children’s museums engage kids with hands-on exhibits that make learning fun…. Read More
River cruises are no longer for the old and sedentary. Baby boomers and families are discovering why river cruises are booming in popularity. Next year there will be ships just for millennials. Check out some of the other new trends in the river cruise industry. River cruises are more popular than ever before. To accommodate… Read More
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