Steffy McCourt

1 week ago | lafamilytravel.com | Steffy McCourt

(This article may or may not contain affiliate links. What does that mean?)When I was a young mom, I used to dream of tropical beach getaways. Now I dream of a place where someone else tells my kids to stop cannonballing. As a mom of three boys (15, 13, and 11), I’ve learned that the key to a successful family vacation is water and a lifeguard. Not just a pool, but slides, lazy rivers, splash zones, and ideally a spot where I can order a drink poolside.

2 weeks ago | lafamilytravel.com | Steffy McCourt

(This article may or may not contain affiliate links. What does that mean?)Visiting the Vatican can be one of the most unforgettable journeys your family takes… but only if you plan ahead. With over 6 million visitors annually(!), the Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica, and the Sistine Chapel are among the busiest tourist sites in the entire world. The long lines alone can turn even the holiest day into a Mamma Mia meltdown. That’s where booking a private guided tour of Vatican City comes in.

4 weeks ago | midwestliving.com | Steffy McCourt

Kate and Danielle Nolan opened Brown County Bikes to build upon their nonprofit, Live Adventurously. Photo: Scott Thompson As a whitewater rafter, Division 1 golfer and avid yogi, Danielle Wolter was always chasing the next big adventure. So when she set her sights on mountain biking, friends pointed her in the same direction: “You need to meet Kate Nolan.” She kept hearing that name until, one night, by chance, she finally met Kate. Kate, an experienced rider, took Danielle under her wing.

1 month ago | lafamilytravel.com | Steffy McCourt

(This article may or may not contain affiliate links. What does that mean?)When I told my three boys, ages 15, 13, and 11, that we were heading to Mansfield, Ohio for the weekend, they gave me the usual skeptical look reserved for any destination that doesn’t include a beach or roller coaster. But by the time we drove away, they were already asking when we could come back.

1 month ago | lafamilytravel.com | Steffy McCourt

(This article may or may not contain affiliate links. What does that mean?)Planning a Walt Disney World vacation with teens feels a little like hopping onto a roller coaster – exhilarating, unpredictable, and, honestly, a little dizzying at times. With three boys ages 15, 13, and 11, our Disney trip was all about finding thrill rides and grabbing the best (and most cost-effective) snacks. NO TIME TO ENJOY THIS ARTICLE NOW?