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  So Long, Sweet Home Playlist: A Soulful Sendoff from Alabama

  As y’all say goodbye to Alabama and the adventure winds down, it’s time to soak in the memories, hold onto the lessons, and let the music carry you home. This playlist was made for that sacred moment: the final stretch,…

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  13-Day Alabama Road Trip Adventure with Kids

  Where Fiction Meets the Real Road Planning an Alabama road trip with kids? Or even if you aren’t, we’ve created a fun way to explore Alabama like Ethan and Oliver — right from your own backyard or living room! Whether…

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  Alabama State Symbols: A Cultural & Creation-Centered Guide for Families

  If you’re studying Alabama, planning a road trip, or following along with Ethan & Oliver Adventures: The Great Alabama Road Trip, learning about state symbols is a fun way to connect with local culture, history, and God’s creation. From majestic…

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   Best Time to Visit Alabama with Kids

  Planning a family road trip, a homeschool adventure, or just following along as Ethan and Oliver explore Alabama? The best time to visit is October to April—when mild temperatures, low humidity, and seasonal color combine for outdoor exploration and deeper…

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  The Grand Finale Tailgate Picnic (Day 13)

  After thirteen days of rockets, rivers, canyons, gulf coast beaches, and everything in between, we packed one final meal to honor it all—family-style. We spread out our tailgate picnic near the Mobile Bay ferry, perched between the waves and the…

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  Alabama Road Trip with Kids: Coastal Creatures, Carnival Magic & Battleship Goodbyes (Day 13)

  Welcome to Day 13: Dauphin Island & Mobile Bay If you’re looking for fun, educational things to do with kids on Alabama’s Gulf Coast, Day 13 is the perfect grand finale. From sea creatures and Mardi Gras sparkle to maritime…

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  Alabama Road Trip with Kids: Giants, Gators, and the Gulf (Day 12)

  Welcome to Day 12: Wild Encounters & Coastal Calm If you’re looking for things to do with kids in southern Alabama, Day 12 takes you from quirky science parks to marshy boardwalks—and ends with toes in the sand at the…

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  Simple Suppers & Salty Breezes (Day 12 )

  Simple suppers and memories after a giant day on the Gulf Coast Some meals are more than just food—they’re a moment.After a day exploring alligators, dinosaurs, and the warm waves of the Gulf, we didn’t need anything fancy. With sandy…

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  Alabama Road Trip with Kids: Heroes, History, and Home Again (Day 11)

  Welcome to Day 11: Horseshoe Bend to Tuskegee If you’re looking for things to do with kids in central and eastern Alabama, this day blends battlefield bravery, educational inspiration, and one unforgettable walk under the wings of history. If you’re…

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  Southern Macaroni Pie (Day 11)

  Comfort food at Aunt Jan’s house—with a macaroni cheesy Alabama twist. Inspired by our second night with my god-mother, Aunt Jan. When we got back home to San Diego, the boys specifically requested we make her macaroni pie! Custardy, cheesy,…

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  Kid-Friendly Beef Bites (Day 10)

  A backyard feast inspired by lakeside adventure. Day 10 of Ethan & Oliver Adventures: The Great Alabama Road Trip was a big one. We spent the day learning, remembering, and talking about the hard parts of the Civil Rights Movement….

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  Alabama Road Trip with Kids: Courage, Change, and Conversations  (Day 10)

  Welcome to Day 10: Montgomery & Lake Martin If you’re looking for things to do with kids in central Alabama, then Day 10 is one of the heaviest—and holiest—days of your journey. From powerful Civil Rights landmarks to quiet questions…

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  Mellow Mushroom-Style Magic Pizza Night (Day 9)

  Day 9 of Ethan & Oliver Adventures: The Great Alabama Road Trip brought the boys back to Aunt Jan’s house for a slower pace after their Tuscaloosa water war. And what better way to wrap up a week of learning,…

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  Alabama Road Trip with Kids: Bridges, Bravery & Breaking Bread (Day 9)

  Welcome to Day 9: Selma to Montgomery Trail If you’re looking for meaningful things to do with kids in Central Alabama, Day 9 of our road trip follows one of the most important Civil Rights routes in American history. From…

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  Super Soaker Slushies (Day 8)

  A brother vs. brother showdown… and the ultimate way to cool off. Day 8 of Ethan & Oliver Adventures: The Great Alabama Road Trip took us to Tuscaloosa. The boys unleashed their energy in a full-blown backyard water war. Super…

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  Alabama Road Trip with Kids: Fossils, Football & Flying Water (Day 8)

  Welcome to Day 8: Tuscaloosa Region If you’re looking for things to do with kids in Tuscaloosa, Day 8 of our Alabama road trip is packed with giants, Native American heritage, and legendary football culture—plus a backyard battle your kids…

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  Alabama Road Trip with Kids: Hidden Wonders, History & Horseback Rides Under the Stars (Day 7)

  Welcome to Day 7: From Majestic Caves to Birmingham’s Legacy and Oak Mountain Trails If you’re looking for things to do near Birmingham, Day 7 of our Alabama road trip offers hidden wonders, history that matters, and the kind of…

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  Majestic Chocolate Fudge and Homemade Marshmallow Cream

  After a full day of caverns, civil rights, and sunset trail rides… We wrapped up Day 7 of Ethan & Oliver Adventures: The Great Alabama Road Trip with a dessert that lived up to its name—Majestic Chocolate Fudge. Inspired by…

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  Alabama Road Trip with Kids: Mummies, Monuments, and Mountain Trails (Day 6)

  Welcome to Day 6: Anniston to Cheaha Mountain Looking for things to do in East Alabama with kids, Day 6 of our Alabama road trip blends dinosaurs, deep questions, scenic drives—and one unforgettable bear encounter. From exploring prehistoric fossils at…

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  Southern Breakfast Classic, Buttery Biscuits (Day 6)

  We woke up on Day 6 of the Alabama road trip at Grandmomma’s house with the smell of biscuits floating through the air and sunlight glinting off the lake. Before we packed up for another round of adventure, we gathered…

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  Beef Tips Supper & Swirl Cake (Day 5)

  Day 5 of our Alabama road trip ended with my mom and step-dad (grandmomma and granddaddy) where she made my absolute favorite meal, beef tips and rice. When they visit San Diego or we head back to Alabama, this warm…

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  Alabama Road Trip with Kids: Caves, Canyons & Curiosity (Day 5)

  Welcome to Day 5: The North Alabama Nature Region If you’re looking for things to do in North Alabama with kids, Day 5 of our North Alabama road trip blends ancient history, breathtaking nature, and the comfort of coming home….

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  Alabama Road Trip with Kids: Printing Presses, Pulleys & Peace (Day 4)

  Welcome to Day 4: The Huntsville Region If you’re looking for things to do in downtown Huntsville, Alabama with kids, Day 4 of our Alabama road trip blends early American history, hands-on fun, and one last peaceful night in the…

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  Galaxy Cones Under the Stars (Day 3)

  Inspired by our day 3 road trip in Alabama after a full day of rockets, rails, and glamping under the stars… we needed a dessert that was fun, fast, and a little out of this world. Enter: Galaxy Cones—a Huntsville-inspired…

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  Alabama Road Trip with Kids: Boosters, Butterflies & Blooms (Day 3)

  Welcome to Day 3: The Huntsville Region If you’re searching for things to do in Huntsville, Alabama with kids, this day of our adventure is packed with unforgettable options. From rocket ships at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center to…

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  Marina Pizza Night at Ditto Landing (Day 2)

  Inspired by Day 2 of our Alabama road trip—truth, wonder, and a peaceful evening by the water. After tracing Civil War history in Decatur, marveling at insects and fossils at the Cook Museum, and wandering through miniature holy places at…

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  Alabama Road Trip with Kids: Critters, Curiosity & Creation (Day 2)

  Welcome to Day 2: Decatur + Cullman + Huntsville If your kids are following along with Ethan & Oliver Adventures: The Great Alabama Road Trip, this post brings the real-life inspiration to life! You’ll walk through Civil War sites, marvel…

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  Knightly Honey Cakes: A Renaissance Faire Treat for Little Lords & Ladies (Day 1)

  Inspired by Day 1 of our Alabama road trip with kids—Florence, music, and a royal good time! Now you can bring a taste of that adventure home with these Knightly Honey Cakes — soft, spiced treats that are perfect for…

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  Alabama Road Trip with Kids: Fathoming, Fun & Feasting (Day 1)

  Welcome to Day 1: Tuscumbia + Florence Region A day of fathoming deep courage, savoring music and imagination, and feasting on honey cakes and golden light. This Alabama road trip with kids — or just adults! — begins in the…

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  Alabama Road Trip Playlist: Family-Approved Rolling In

  Whether you’re crossing into the Yellowhammer State for the first time or cruising through with the windows down, this feel-good, family-approved Alabama road trip playlist sets the tone for memory-making on the move. It’s packed with nostalgia, energy, and just…

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  Family Road Trip Guide: Before You Visit Alabama

  Hey there, family road trippers!Alabama is one of those states that surprises you — with rockets, white-sand beaches, powerful Civil Rights history, and some of the kindest people you’ll ever meet. I lived there for a season, and when I…