The Tennessee Aquarium

Travel the Ocean & River at the Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga, TN

If you’re planning a trip to Chattanooga with kids, the Tennessee Aquarium should definitely be on your radar. Sitting right along the downtown riverfront, this two-building aquarium invites families into an immersive journey literally walking from mountaintop streams to the ocean depths.

Asheville day trip

A Downtown Asheville Day Trip: Trolley Tour, Chocolate & Local Eats

Looking for a fun and easy family adventure just over an hour from Greenville? A day trip to Asheville is calling! Kidding Around team member Crystal spent a full day exploring by trolley, tasting treats, and learning how chocolate gets made with her teens, and they came home with full bellies and had a blast […]

The Ridge Outdoor Resort in Tennessee

Relaxation Awaits at The Ridge Outdoor Resort in Sevierville, TN

If you want to be close to all that the Sevierville, TN area has to offer but not be in the middle of crowds, The Ridge Outdoor Resort is the place to be. Kristina and her family spent a couple of nights here exploring what the resort in Sevierville has to offer and she’s got all the details on how to plan a great family trip here. 

chattooga river bull sluice

The Wild and Scenic Chattooga River: Bull Sluice Swimming & Hiking

Named one of South Carolina’s Seven Wonders by the South Carolina 7 Expedition the beautiful Chattooga River region is full of recreational opportunities for Upstate families, including hiking and swimming at a sandy beach! KAG contributor Liene tells us what we need to know about the area and one of the main attractions, Bull Sluice.

Twelve Mile Recreation Area at Lake Hartwell in South Carolina

Twelve Mile Recreation Area Has One of the Nicest Beaches in the Upstate

Have you visited Twelve Mile Recreation Area, a Clemson City Park on Lake Hartwell? Grab the swimsuits and those inflatable tubes because local mom Liene brought her kids for swimming and found a park full of family-friendly amenities that make it a great spot to spend a summer day. Here’s why you should visit and what to expect!

Vacationing at the Westgate Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort

Your Next Family Beach Trip Awaits at the Westgate Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort

If you’re trying to figure out a great vacation for your family that is within a few hours of the Upstate, has plenty of entertainment within walking distance, and is located directly on the ocean, the Westgate Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort may be just the ticket. Kristina visited the resort for a couple of days with her kids at the invitation of the Westgate and has all you need to know to plan a wonderful trip to the coast!

Scandi Tiny Coffee

Northern Greer is Home to Scändi Tiny Coffee

Love a good cup of coffee? Scändi Tiny Coffee is located in the Lake Walk Tiny Home Community off of Highway 101 in Greer, SC. With a full lineup of coffee drinks and Scandinavian pastries and a gorgeous outdoor setting, Scändi Tiny Coffee is a great place to stop off for a coffee date or a family treat.

Escape rooms in the Upstate of South Carolina

These Escape Rooms in Upstate, SC Will Have You Racing to Beat the Clock!

Are you looking for a fun, yet challenging escape room to master in Upstate, SC? With unique storylines and challenging puzzles, escape rooms have steadily been growing in popularity over the last decade. We gathered a list of escape rooms throughout the Upstate that are perfect for date nights, birthday parties, teambuilding exercises, and other group events. Time to pause that mystery podcast you’ve been listening to for hours and unlock your inner Sherlock Holmes to solve all the clues before time runs out!

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