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About Jamie Bartosch

Jamie Bartosch is an award-winning journalist in suburban Chicago. Her stories have been published in USA TODAY, A&E, Midwest Living magazine, the Chicago Daily Herald and dozens of other publications. A married mother of two teenagers, she blogs for SheBuysTravel.com from the viewpoint of a "typical suburban mom." Her goal is to provide honest, useful information to help parents save time, save money, and make the most of their family vacation. Learn more about her at https://www.jamiebartosch.com/.

Jamie Bartosch

cyclists on lake path

Girls Weekend in Chicago: 11 Fab Things to Do in the Windy City

Jamie Bartosch, Last Updated 08-05-2023

Auto Bingo is a great road trip trivia game

7 Fun Road Trip Trivia Games for Families on the Go

Jamie Bartosch, Updated September 12, 2023

group of ladies on the front porch of an older two-story house in Saugatuck, a great option for a girls weekend in Michigan

8 Awesome Places for a Girls Weekend in Michigan

Jamie Bartosch, Updated July 28, 2023

cyclists on lake path

Best Things to Do with Kids in Chicago

Jamie Bartosch, Updated May 18, 2023

Chicago's Air & Water Show draws huge crowds to the lakefront. It's one of the best free things to do in Chicago.

13 Best Free Things to Do in Chicago with Kids

Jamie Bartosch, Updated April 19, 2023

Christmas lights at Amaze Light Festival.

Where to See the Best Christmas Lights Displays in the Midwest

Jamie Bartosch, Updated April 14, 2023

Family playing in the Yorktown Beach sand, a great beach near Virginia Beach VA

Best Beaches Near Williamsburg VA for Fun in the Sun!

Jamie Bartosch, Updated December 19, 2022

Ship Island beach near New Orleans

9 Beaches Near New Orleans for Fun in the Sun and Sand

Jamie Bartosch, Updated January 31, 2023

The famous Cubs marquee in Wrigleyville, a fun spot for a photo in Chicago

8 Things to Do with Kids in Chicago’s Wrigleyville Neighborhood

Jamie Bartosch, Updated October 18, 2022

Colorful digital screen in US Olympic and Paralympic Museum in Colorado Springs

Tips for Visiting the Olympics Museum in Colorado Springs with Kids

Jamie Bartosch, Updated July 31, 2023

teen boy with binoculars for wildlife viewing on an Uncruise in Alaska

Is an Uncruise in Alaska Good for Teens and Grandparents?

Jamie Bartosch, Updated October 23, 2022

Zipling at The Forge: Lemont Quarries

The Forge: Lemont Quarries Review

Jamie Bartosch, Updated February 21, 2022

Making mistakes at Joshua Tree National Park: Wearing the wrong shoes

Making Mistakes on a National Park Visit (and How to Avoid Them)

Jamie Bartosch, Updated July 5, 2023

A Weekend in St. Louis – 8 Fun Things to Do with Kids

Jamie Bartosch, Updated February 24, 2022

Des Moines sculpture park with the skyline in the background.

10 Free Things to do in Des Moines, Iowa

Jamie Bartosch, Updated July 5, 2023

The Chicago Architecture Foundation boat tour of the city architecture along the Chicago River.

4 Reasons the Chicago Architecture Foundation Boat Tour is Worth the Money

Jamie Bartosch, Updated October 18, 2022

The wndr Museum is full of Instagram-worthy photo ops.

18 Most Instagram-Worthy Spots in Chicago

Jamie Bartosch, Updated October 18, 2022

Portillo's is the best place to get Chicago-styled hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches.

Fun Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Chicago

Jamie Bartosch, Updated April 26, 2023

Navy Pier offers gorgeous views of the Chicago skyline. Photo courtesy of Choose Chicago.

Best Things to Do with Kids at Navy Pier in Chicago

Jamie Bartosch, Updated October 18, 2022

Golfing at Madden's on Gull Lake in Minnesota.

Madden’s on Gull Lake Resort Review: Minnesota’s Perfect Family Summer Vacation Spot

Jamie Bartosch, Updated July 5, 2023

Have a plan in place in case you get lost at Disney.

Tips for Not Getting Lost at Disney World

Jamie Bartosch, Updated July 5, 2023

bring ponchos for rainy weather at Disney World

Mistakes I made at Disney (and lessons you can learn from them)

Jamie Bartosch, Updated May 15, 2023

The names of 9/11 victims are on a fountain outside the 9/11 Museum in New York City.

Should you bring your kids to the 9/11 Memorial Museum in New York City?

Jamie Bartosch, Updated December 16, 2020

Want to take a short, 3-day volunteer trip to help hurricane victims in Houston or Puerto Rico? Learn what it's like to do volunteer travel.

What You Can Expect on a 3-Day Volunteer Trip

Jamie Bartosch, Updated June 16, 2020

Staying in a condo is one way to save money on a family vacation to Mexico.

7 Ways to Save on a Family Vacation to Mexico

Jamie Bartosch, Updated November 14, 2018

A look at the new Sports Legends Experience at the Children's Museum of Indianapolis.

The new Sports Legends Experience, plus 6 More Fun Things to do in Indianapolis with Kids Who Love Sports

Jamie Bartosch, Updated June 16, 2020

The Buddhist temples in Thailand are stunning.

Thailand with Kids and Families – 9 Not-To-Be-Missed Experiences

Jamie Bartosch, Updated March 18, 2022

All ages can shoot hoops at College Basketball Experience in Kansas City.

7 Reasons Why Kansas City, Missouri is a Fun Multi-Generation Vacation Destination

Jamie Bartosch, Updated June 20, 2023

Starfish Point is a fun place on Grand Cayman, one of the great Caribbean Islands.

After the Hurricanes – Which Caribbean Island Is Best for Your Family?

Jamie Bartosch, Updated January 25, 2021

Blizzard Beach has big drop slides and more.

Is Blizzard Beach Water Park Worth a Day Out of Disney World Parks?

Jamie Bartosch, Updated July 5, 2023

Jeff Mauro talks about being a traveling dad.

Food Network Star Jeff Mauro Talks about His Adventures as a Traveling Dad

Jamie Bartosch, Updated June 12, 2017

Standing atop Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa.

10 Things to Do in Cape Town, South Africa

Jamie Bartosch, Updated June 20, 2023

Kids playing on the beach in Puerto Rico.

Will Little Kids Remember Big Vacations?

Jamie Bartosch, Updated April 22, 2022

Road trip snacks

Family Road Trip Snacks: Those Awesome Highway Convenience Stores

Jamie Bartosch, Updated June 20, 2023

Two iconic lions stand in front of the Art Institute of Chicago.

7 Best Kid-Friendly Features of The Art Institute of Chicago

Jamie Bartosch, Updated October 18, 2022

South Africa: an Unforgettable Multi-Generation Family Vacation

Jamie Bartosch, Updated June 16, 2020

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