Amanda Smith

Amanda Smith is a blogger, travel content creator and founder of Restless Pursuits, a family travel blog that helps families with tweens and teens explore this beautiful world while avoiding the crowds. She writes about vacation destinations in South America, North America and Europe and helpful travel tips.

a square in El Centro, Cartagena at sunset

Ultimate Cartagena Travel Guide: Tips From A Local Expert

Nestled along the sunny shores of the Caribbean Sea in Colombia, Cartagena is a city brimming with old-world charm and vibrant streets. We interviewed a local travel expert to find out the best things to do in Cartagena and what to avoid. You will find all these answers below in this complete Cartagena travel guide. […]

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Grand Prismatic Spring in Yellowstone National Park

Your Ultimate Guide To Visiting Grand Prismatic in Yellowstone National Park

Like many stops along the Grand Loop in Yellowstone, you can treat Grand Prismatic the same; pull into the parking lot, follow the boardwalk and marvel at its beauty. But if you want to really experience Grand Prismatic in the best ways, follow these tips in my guide to visiting Grand Prismatic. I’ll tell you

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Rose, Montenegro - one of the less crowded European summer destinations

8 Beautiful And Less Crowded European Summer Destinations For Families

Are you dreaming of a European summer trip but dreading the crowds? While iconic cities like Paris and Rome are packed with tourists, there are still plenty of incredible, less crowded European summer destinations where you can soak up the beauty of Europe without the long lines and packed streets. In this travel guide, I’ll

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a boy watching Lone Star Geyser erupt

Lone Star Geyser: An Easy Hike Like No Other In Yellowstone National Park

Lone Star Geyser is one of my favorite hikes in Yellowstone National Park. I love that you can escape the busy crowds of Yellowstone, navigate it’s trail easily and admire a beautiful geyser at the end. In this hiking guide, I’m going to give you all the details about hiking to Lone Star Geyser, so

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A woman standing in the inlet of Shoshone Lake on a Shoshone Lake canoe trip

The Yellowstone Experience You’ll Never Forget: Shoshone Lake Canoe Trip

I’ve been to Yellowstone National Park many times, but the most memorable experience we ever had was on a Shoshone Lake canoe trip. Shoshone Lake is a large lake in the backcountry of Yellowstone that is only accessible by canoe or trail. In this Shoshone Lake guide, I’ll give you all the details you need

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Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain

How To Make A Travel Budget Plus Helpful Tips To Save Money On Vacation

Making a travel budget is useful in many ways. It can help with planning your trip and prioritizing what’s most important to you and your family. Additionally, it can keep you from spending way too much and provide a framework to make informed decisions on where to spend your money on your vacation. In this

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