Thoughts on the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse, road tripping with teens, and what happens when you toss four mountain people onto a small sailboat. Read More
On the Road Again: Traverse City, Michigan, in a 2018 Chevrolet Traverse
Category Archives: Travel
Visiting the “Spiritual Home of Scouting”
My son and I recently had a chance to visit Gilwell Park, an important site in the founding of the Scouting movement. Read More
JoCo Cruise 2018 Guest Lineup Announced
Join in the geekiest adventure on the high seas by booking your trip on the JoCo Cruise 2018. Read More
Geekdad Passport: Four Corners Monument
I’ve long been fascinated by the Four Corners quadripoint in the United States. So when we planned a three-week adventure across the United States, Four Corners Monument was one of our must-see destinations. Read More
Travel Easier With the Bugaboo Boxer Luggage System
We road tested the $1500 Bugaboo Boxer Luggage System system on a family trip to Europe. Can some luggage really be worth that much? Read More
7 Steps to Prepare for 2017’s Total Solar Eclipse!
This year’s total solar eclipse on August 21, 2017 will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for most people. But since this eclipse will only happen on a fairly narrow 70-mile-wide strip of a portion of the globe, many of those interested in watching it will have to travel there, sometimes from quite a distance. We tell you how to prepare. Read More
Soak up Our National Treasures With Smithsonian Sleepovers
The Smithsonian Associates runs their sleepover program in three different museums: the Natural History Museum, American History Museum, and the Air and Space Museum’s Udvar-Hazy Center. Each provides a different experience and focus, so which you choose really depends on your interests (and schedule). Read More
JoCo Cruise 2018 Itinerary Announced
JoCo Cruise has announced its itinerary for the 2018 sailing! Read More
The Magic of Cards
Spring break meant a lot of cards for my kids…and though initially it was irritating, in the end, it was absolutely magical! Read More
License Plate Game International
In the past, I wrote about a game my family likes to play whenever we’re out and about—our own convoluted version of the License Plate Game. Recently, we made up a new international version of the game. Read More
17 Road Trip Essentials for Young Kids
If you’re planning a road trip this spring or summer, or even if you’re just looking for some go-to gear for day trips, this is what GeekMom Jackie loves right now. Read More
JoCo Cruise 2017: Shadow Cruise Spotlight
In addition to the official programming with JoCo Cruise’s invited celebrity guests, the week also features a full slate of “alternative” programming known as the Shadow Cruise. Read More
JoCo Cruise 2017: Guest Spotlight
A focus on the guests at JoCo Cruise 2017: a look at who was there, the programming in which they were involved, and what it’s really like to be on a cruise ship with a bunch of famous nerds. Read More
JoCo Cruise 2017: Highlights of Days 4-7
Highlights of Days 4-7 from the incredible JoCo Cruise 2017 Read More
JoCo Cruise 2017: Highlights of Days 1-3
Enjoy Jamie’s highlights of days 1-3 from the incredible JoCo Cruise 2017. Read More
Learn About Cities Two Ways From Lonely Planet Kids
Take a trip around the world or just down the street with these two captivating titles about cities from Lonely Planet Kids. Read More
FordHub Rethinks Transportation
Designed to connect Ford’s brand with consumers, the FordHub in NYC illustrates how Ford is evolving as an automobile company and is changing transportation. Read More
JoCo Cruise: Two Exciting Announcements
We’re thrilled to announce that this year, GeekDad will be aboard the JoCo Cruise! And 2018 bookings are now open! Read More
You Too Can Sleep With the Constitution – Literally
If you have the time – or if you’re a local looking for something truly special – you really should consider spending the night at the National Archives. Read More
Fantastic New York City Sites and Where to Find Them
Natalie shares some secrets to where you can still catch glimpses of 1920s New York City, as seen in ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.’ Read More
Summon the Force on Disney Cruise Line’s ‘Star Wars’ Day at Sea
The 2017 ‘Star Wars’ Day at Sea sailings with Disney Cruise Line are underway, but there is still plenty of time to join the rebellion (or Empire, whatever you’re into). Here Whit Honea shares information, plus his family’s experience and opinions. Now with a really awkward photo! Read More
Christmas May Be Over, But Krampus Is Still Watching!
This furry, red-tongued, chain and/or switch-wielding character has been St. Nicholas’ companion in Alpine regions for millennia, and may even pre-date the jolly old elf. Read More
Take a Behind the Scenes Trip to Pandora: The World of Avatar
Disney Parks offer a behind the scenes look at Pandora: The World of AVATAR, a whole new land based on James Cameron’s Avatar film series coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom in the Summer of 2017. Read More
Disney Cruise Line Presents Disney Wonder 2.0
The Disney Wonder has been totally refurbished and upgraded. Technology is everywhere, and so is that patented Disney magic. New additions include Marvel, Frozen, jazz, and beer, to name a few! Read More
The Whispering Giants Thanksgiving Road Trip
Whispering Giants are massive, solemn sculptures. You’ll come upon them unexpectedly—or, if they’re in your neighborhood, you’re probably used to them; they’re part of the local scenery, waiting and watching. Read More
WanderLove³ From eBags Makes Traveling Safe and Fun
WanderLove³ and eBags help us stock up on fun and useful traveling gadgets that bring peace of mind. Read More
Behind the Scenes of Disney’s New ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ Attraction
Next summer, just as ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’ hits theaters, Disney’s California Adventure park will open The Collector’s Fortress, the first major Marvel attraction to hit a Disney park. Read More
GeekDad Review: Coleman Point Loma All Day Dome Shelter
One of the latest additions to our camping gear collection immediately proved its worth: the Coleman Point Loma All Day Dome Shelter. It provides plenty of room for a family to shelter from the sun and the rain.
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GeekDad Travel: Porsche Vs Mercedes in Battle of the Museums
Stuttgart, Germany. Home of Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, and two museums devoted to all things auto. Read More
TempleCon Convention 2016: A Look Back
TempleCon in Rhode Island is a great local con for gamers, especially those into retro-gaming. Read More
Virtual Reality from THE VOID Is as Real as It Gets
Virtual reality becomes hyper-reality at the ‘Ghostbusters: Dimension’ installation from THE VOID at Madame Tussauds in NYC. Read More
Threadsmiths’ Shirts Are Safe From Your Caffeine Addiction
There’s something about wearing a white shirt that just attracts stains like a magnet. What if someone invented a shirt that repelled stains? It seems that someone has. Read More
