Definitely check out Funderland, which is a retro style amusement park that is kid appropriate and fun for adults, too. The Discovery Museum Science and Space Center is my favorite place in Sacramento to take my kids. They especially love the archeology dig. More

San Francisco locals have hundreds of apparel and clothing stores to choose from. Among the sought-after shopping locations are Chestnut Street, Union Square, Westfield San Francisco Center, Filmore Street, Haight Street, and Polk Street. For specific boutiques, you can go to Manifesto for women and children clothing, TSE store for both women and men clothes, and the Nike Store for sports clothes. More

Check out The Boheme at the Grand Bohemian hotel. They're fantastic for a romantic dinner, but I also love them for a romantic breakfast. Try to get a reservation for their wine room. It only seats 12 and it's sure to impress your husband. More

My family and I enjoyed Fort Nisqually when we visited Tacoma. It is a living history museum, featuring reenactors who show what life was like at the historic fort. There are also a lot of special events and demonstrations to bring history to life. I really recommend Fort Nisqually for an educational and entertaining experience. More

The Hands On Children's Museum is amazing! They have several rooms that are perfect for toddlers, full of things kids can touch and explore. It doesn't cost much to take kids in either. More

La Grotta on East Carey St is a romantic venue for a memorable proposal. My husband and I have spent several anniversaries there. The atmosphere resembles the inside of a wine cellar, and the cuisine is superb. Depending on availability, you can even dine in the restaurant's actual wine cellar. More

When you're visiting the Boston Aquarium with kids who are between 3 and 11 years old, you can expect to pay $15.95 per child. However, little ones under the age of 3 get in totally free! More

You should check out Arrowood Golf Course in Oceanside. It's got a championship course designed by Ted Robinson, Jr. that has lots of water features and elevation changes. The natural setting is gorgeous, too. More

While national coffee chains like Starbucks are available in Salem, the city features a number of outstanding independent coffee shops. The Beanery, located downtown on Liberty Street, offers a nice variety of coffee and espresso beverages along with fresh baked goods and sandwiches. More

There are few kids who would miss an opportunity to eat as much pizza as they can stomach. With the annual Eldorado Great Italian Festival, your kids can enjoy face painting, games, street performers, free music, and good Italian food. More

Padrino's is one of the better choices for Cuban food in Boca Raton. It has great ambiance for a special occasion and the servers are always friendly. We always have a great time here. More

The trail at Penitencia Creek Park is good for beginners. It is fairly flat and just over a mile long. There is also a nice little duck pond, and the park is pet-friendly. With a little practice at Penitencia Creek Park, you will soon be ready to accompany your husband on tougher hiking trails. More

Irvine has its own Historical Society. You can visit the museum there, and while you're there, ask a curator or employee about other historical places in the area. The museum alone is pretty rich in history. More

The most unusual attraction in Modesto is undoubtedly the Modesto Arch which was built in 1912 and is Modesto's most distinctive feature. No visit to Modesto is complete without having your picture taken here. More

Brevard Museum of Art and Sciences, known today as Foosaner Art Museum, is a child-friendly museum. The museum held various children activities including classes in sculpture, painting, drawing, and making clay and paper mache. There are also activities for small children age 3-5 such as painting, drawing, and role playing games based on children's music and literature. More

The Morley Field Sports Complex is the perfect place to have stress free day of tennis in San Diego. It is not a club, so it is first come, first served. More

It's a great place to run. The trail is more than 80 miles long, with a lot of scenery to enjoy along the way. Also, the ground is packed down and level, so it's easy to keep your pace. More

The Lied Discovery Children's Museum is a perfect destination for both children and adults. Kids can learn about art, culture, and history throughout the two-story complex by utilizing over 100 interactive exhibits. More

If you like hard rock and metal music, The Palladium often features some well-known live bands. Squire Whites Pub is another venue that has live music every Friday with no cover charge, attracting both adults and college students. More

The Hyatt Place in Ontario is a four-star hotel that is very close to both Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm. Amenities include free WiFi, an outdoor swimming pool, and free parking. More

You should check out the Woodlands Waterway Marriott. The rooms have great views of the Waterway. They have a spa there, and everything is plush and luxurious. You'll love it. More

The most romantic view of Los Angeles can be seen from Griffith Park. It's a great place for a pleasant date and with so many trails, you and your special someone are sure to find a view that pleases you. More

If you are looking for beautiful scenic trails to hike in Palm Springs, then try the Indian Canyons off Highway 111. You can choose from the Murray Canyon, Andreas Canyon, Palm Canyon, Maynard Mine Trail, Fern Canyon Trail and Victor Trail, all in the Coachella Valley. The trails have various degrees of difficulty and length, and take you through the mountains and desert vegetation. More

The West Chester Railroad offers 90-minute train rides on the older style trains. It is run by the West Chester Railroad Heritage Association and manned entirely by volunteers who love to share their knowledge and excitement about trains. I'm sure your kids would love it. More

Carmel Valley Ranch in Burbank, California, combines a challenging golf course with stunning scenery. You get the best views from the 11th and 13th holes, with gorgeous valley views. You're likely to see wild turkeys and other animals as you play through vineyards, colorful flower fields, and shaded oak groves. More

If you want to put things into a prioritized list, it should go something like this: Golden Gate Park, Japantown, Noe Valley, The Mission, Downtown, North Beach. Take it by neighborhoods going east from the park and just pack in as much as you can. More

I'm a seasoned cruise veteran and I would definitely recommend that you figure out exactly what you want out of your cruise beyond just a stop in Jamaica. Are you looking for all-night parties? Peace and quiet? Something that's good for kids? That being said, I think that Norwegian and Holland America are two of the best overall cruise operators, offering a little bit of something for everyone. Royal Caribbean is also popular. Different ship offer different routes, so you might want to think of other destinations that you'd like to see in the Caribbean since you'll probably do more than just stop in Jamaica. Also, there's more than one cruise port on the island, so you'll need to decide which one you'd like to visit the most. More

Marlin, tuna, sailfish, kingfish, and dolphin (the fish, not the mammal) are just a handful of the types of fish you can catch off the Jamaica coast. Montego Bay is probably the biggest fishing destination, but you can charter boats from practically anywhere on the coast. More