National Family PJ Day: Let’s Celebrate!

The History of Pajamas

It is not completely known when pajamas became a prominent fixture in the world. Some people think it was back around 1870 when British colonials started wearing them to bed instead of the traditional nightshirt.

Pajamas became even more fashionable in the early 1900s. Ribbons and lace were added to pajamas at this time. Sophisticated pajamas were created in the 1920s. Pajamas have evolved even more since that time.

I mean, you know all the options we have now for pajamas. Compare that to the old nightshirt, and then let me know why celebrating National Family PJ Day is much more comfortable nowadays!

What to Do When Celebrating National Family PJ Day

There are so many things you can do with your family as you all rock your jammies. You can begin the day by preparing breakfast and eating together. Then read a book out loud or play a board game or two.

Add in watching movies, binge-watching Netflix, or enjoying a picnic lunch, and you have memories in the making.

One of my favorite things to do on our pajama days is plan exciting family vacations. I have taken multiple family vacations over the years. And I’m telling you, each one is better than the last! The memories I make with my family during these vacations are amazing. I truly cherish all these memories, and I look forward to the ones we will make together in the future.

I have traveled to Kenya, Norway, Alaska, and so many other destinations for our family vacations.

Consider Discussing These Family Vacation Options on National Family PJ Day

You may be wondering where you can go for yours. Well, the sky is the limit!

As a travel advisor, I can make all your family vacation dreams come true. Even if you are planning on heading out on vacation with teens who prefer eye rolls over saying anything nice. All you need to do is share your dreams with me, and before you know it, you will be making memories with your family.

Consider these vacation destinations for your next family vacation:

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• Planning a Vacation in New Zealand? Check Out My Travel Guide

Are you intrigued by all the possibilities waiting for you during your next family vacation? This Christmas, when your entire family is in matching pajamas, talk about your next family vacation adventure. Decide where you all want to go or what you all want to do. As your travel advisor, I can tackle the hard work after that and turn those dreams into memories.

Check out my tips for traveling with teens. Trust me, it’s easier than you think!

You don’t even need to wait that long. On National Family PJ Day, or Thanksgiving, have this conversation. This will ensure you don’t need to wait as long to enjoy the memories you will all make together.

Older kids scattered all around the country? Check out my tips for making family vacations possible! 

So, are you ready to plan a fabulous family vacation on National Family PJ Day or the next time you are all together?

If you said yes, I would like to invite you to schedule a planning session with me by clicking here. This will take you directly to my digital calendar to schedule a time that is convenient for you.

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Let’s Celebrate National Chocolate Day

The History of Chocolate

Chocolate has been consumed since the times of Mesoamerica. However, scientists are still trying to prove that point. They are getting close, though.

Anthropologists from the University of Pennsylvania found cacao residue on pottery excavated in Honduras in 2007. The pottery dates back to 1400 BCE. Cacao fruit was fermented to make alcoholic beverages.

Chocolate back then was quite bitter. Sweetened chocolate was consumed after the discovery of America.

Hernando Cortes was one of the first explorers to consume chocolate drinks. He thought it was too bitter. However, in Spain, people began to mix it with cane sugar or honey to make it sweeter.

Chocolate drinks were a fashionable drink during the 17th century. A Dutch chemist created powdered chocolate in 1828.

Joseph Fry invented the chocolate bar in 1847. That was when he realized he could create a chocolate bar by mixing melted cacao butter with Dutch cocoa.

Cadbury began making chocolate candies in 1868. The least flavorful cacao bean varieties are used for today’s chocolate treats. This is to try to keep the chocolate treats more affordable.

Where to Take a Family Vacation to Indulge in Chocolate

You can easily find chocolate no matter where you go for your family vacation. However, if you want to indulge in some of the best chocolate in celebration of National Chocolate Day, I recommend you consider these destinations.

Switzerland

Switzerland has long been known for its delicious chocolate. One of the oldest chocolate factories in Switzerland, and the world, is Maison Cailler. From the outside, this factory looks like a manor house. But inside is where all the magic occurs.

Other must-visit chocolate factories and stores in Switzerland include Sprungli, Teuscher, and Lindt. I recommend adding them all to your itinerary for celebrating National Chocolate Day with your family.

Brussels, Belgium: A Popular National Chocolate Day Destination

Brussels has earned the nickname Chocolate Capital of the World. There are more chocolate shops per square foot in this city than anywhere else in the world. Needless to say, you will always find chocolate when you need it in Brussels!

Godiva and Leonidas are both located in Brussels. A visit to the Musee du Cacao et du Chocolate is a must for chocolate lovers too.

Let me carefully plan your National Chocolate Day itinerary for your family vacation in Brussels. This will ensure you won’t miss any of the delicious chocolate during your visit.

Want to indulge in chocolate closer to home? Check out where to find the best chocolate in Baltimore! 

Paris, France

Gourmet foods are everywhere in the City of Love. While many families grab croissants and baguettes during their vacation in Paris, you may want to focus on the chocolate. There are more than three hundred chocolate shops in this city.

Dark chocolate is Paris’ specialty. Keep this in mind as you sign up for one of the many chocolate walking tours on National Chocolate Day.

The Chocolate Valley in Tuscany, Italy

You may want to take a family vacation in Italy to try all the fine wines. I recommend checking out the chocolate when you are there too!

The Chocolate Valley is between Pisa, Florence, and Montecatini. There are multiple gourmet shops and factories that sell lots of chocolate.

Vestri is one of the best places to try chocolate in this area. The wait to get in is always long but worth every second.

Don’t forget about National Chocolate Cupcake Day!

Cologne, Germany

Learning about chocolate is simple at the Imhoff Stollwerck Museum. Hans Imhoff opened this museum. Inside the museum, you can learn all about the history of chocolate. The most popular exhibit is the massive chocolate fountain.

Make sure you take the time to stop at the Stollwerck Chocolate Company to buy chocolate. This company was the second largest supplier of chocolate sent to the US. You will need to plan carefully if you want visit here for National Chocolate Day.

St. Lucia: A Warm National Chocolate Day Destination

No one really thinks all their chocolate dreams can come true down in the Caribbean. However, when you take a family vacation in St. Lucia, you can experience an exotic chocolate holiday.

A few of the resorts have their own cocoa plantations. Those resorts focus on numerous chocolate events your entire family will enjoy. I recommend attending one of those events around National Chocolate Day.

These are some of the best places to take a family vacation when you want to experience all things chocolate. If none of these destinations interest you, I can share a few others with you during our planning session.

So, are you ready to plan a family vacation to celebrate National Chocolate Day?

If you said yes, I would like to invite you to schedule a planning session with me by clicking here. When you click on this link, you will be taken directly to my digital calendar to schedule a time that is convenient for you.

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Let’s Celebrate National Mississippi Day with Fun Facts

1. Onward, Mississippi is the birthplace of the beloved teddy bear. This bear was invented to honor President Theodore Roosevelt.
2. Mississippi might be known as the river of the same name. But it is also home to the Yazoo River.
3. A few famous people who were born in Mississippi include Oprah Winfrey, Elvis Presley, Britney Spears, Tennessee Williams, Jim Henson, Jimmy Buffet, and BB King.
4. There are more churches per capita in Mississippi than in any other state.
5. This state has many nicknames. A few of them include The Magnolia State, The Bayou State, The Eagle State, and The Groundhog State.
6. Mississippi is one of nine states that only has four letters in its name. It is also the longest one with eleven letters.
7. There are forty National Historic Sites in the state. One of them is a rocket testing site.
8. There are multiple islands off the mainland of Mississippi. Those islands include Ship Island, cat Island, Horn Island, and Round Island.
9. There was once an Isle of Caprice off the coast of Mississippi, but it has since disappeared.
10. Coca-Cola was first bottled in 1894 in Vicksburg, Mississippi.
11. Edward Adolf Barq, Sr. invented root beer in Biloxi in 1898.
12. The first human lung transplant was performed by Dr. James Hardy at the University of Mississippi in 1963.
13. According to Mississippi law, it is illegal to have more than one illegitimate child. If you do, you could be put in jail for up to one month.
14. Over in Temperance, it is considered illegal not to put a diaper on your dog while taking them for a walk.
15. Franklin Academy was the first public school in Mississippi. It opened in 1821 and is still open today.
16. The state beverage of Mississippi is milk.
17. The only cactus plantation in the world can be found in Mississippi.

These are some fun facts you should know as we all celebrate National Mississippi Day. There are many others, and you may discover them during a family vacation in Mississippi.

So, are you ready to book a family vacation in Mississippi?

If you said yes, I would like to invite you to schedule a planning session with me by clicking here. When you click on this link, you will be taken directly to my digital calendar to schedule a time that is convenient for you.

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Let’s Celebrate National Indiana Day with Fun Facts

1. Tens of thousands of Christmas cards addressed to Santa arrive in Santa Claus, Indiana, each year.
2. Nancy Kerlin Barnet’s grave is located in the middle of a road in Indiana.
3. 13 different bat species can be found in Indiana.
4. The state bird of Indiana is the cardinal.
5. A few famous people were born in Indiana. They include Michael Jackson, Colonel Sanders, Brendan Fraser, James Dean, and Jenna Fischer.
6. In Indiana, a local law states it is illegal to bathe between October and March.
7. Another law states you may not enter a theater, public streetcar, or movie house within 4 hours of eating garlic.
8. There are 43 National Historic Landmarks in Indiana. They include earth mounds, carousels, a historic courthouse, cotton mill, and a car factory.
9. Famous movies have been filmed in Indiana. They include Hoosiers, Rudy, and A League of Their Own.
10. Many incredible inventions come from Indiana. They include seat belts, stainless steel, and medicines like insulin and penicillin.
11. The University of Notre Dame was founded in 1842 in South Bend.
12. The very first Major League Baseball game was played in Fort Wayne in 1871.
13. The very first Indy 500 was held in 1911.
14. The Grassyfork Fishery opened in 1899 in the town of Martinsville. Since then, this town has become known as the Goldfish Capital of the World.
15. Head over to Bruceville to see a 20-foot-tall peach outside the Big Peach Farmer’s Market.

These are some of the fun facts I discovered about this state for National Indiana Day. Which fun fact is your favorite?

And is that fun fact intriguing enough to make you want to plan a family vacation in Indiana or somewhere else?

If you said yes, I would like to invite you to schedule a planning session with me by clicking here. When you click on this link, you will be taken directly to my digital calendar to schedule a time that is convenient for you.

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Best US Destinations to Visit to Celebrate National Pie Day

Prattville, Alabama

You may not have had any desire to visit Prattville, Alabama in the past, but if you love pecan pie, it is a must! Down at Uncle Mick’s Cajun Market & Café, you can grab a slice or two of the best pecan pie in the south. When your family is not scarfing down pie for National Pie Day, you will discover plenty of exciting activities to do together in Prattville. I recommend beginning by exploring Wilderness Park. From there, you can all check out the Pratt Cotton Gin Mill, The Prattaugan Museum, and finally, Cooter’s Pond Park.

Bantam, Connecticut

Connecticut isn’t a very large state, so it is possible to eat a little pie in Bantam. You can then venture off to areas like Mystic and Hartford. But a stop in Bantam is a must on National Pie Day. This area of the state is where you will be able to pick up a pumpkin custard tart at Bantam Bread. If you choose to spend more time in Bantam after eating your pie, you have a couple family-friendly options. Your family will love the Space Age Museum and Topsmead State Forest.

Lewes, Delaware

Delaware is another small state that is perfect for road trips and family vacations. If you happen to be in the area for National Pie Day, you must make a stop in Lewes. While the entire state of Delaware is known for its peach pies, no one makes them better than Old World Breads. Unfortunately, this bakery bakes according to the season. So, at this time of the year, you may find yourself ordering a pecan pie or another winter option. No worries, you can always choose to take a family vacation in Lewes during the summer when the peaches are ripe for the picking! And when you are not eating pie, your family will love walking the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk or exploring the Zwaanendael Museum.

Key West, Florida

Everyone knows that the best key lime pie can be found down in Key West, Florida. If you are craving some of this creamy pie, you must head over to Kermit’s Key West Key Lime Shoppe. And if a family vacation in Key West is not an option for National Pie Day, you can always order a key lime pie from them. They actually ship it to your home. But if you can get down to Key West, make sure the Ernest Hemingway House, Mallory Square, and the Southernmost Point Buoy are on your list of things to do. The kids will love snuggling with Hemingway’s cats. You will love the action within Mallory Square. And everyone will love taking selfies at the buoy!

Island of Oahu, Hawaii

Over on the island of Oahu, you cannot choose just one favorite pie for National Pie Day! With options that include passionfruit pear, pineapple, lilikoi, and guava, your family must simply try them all. Oh, and don’t forget the coconut pies. The ones at the Hawaiian Pie Co. melt in your mouth! I highly recommend taking a family vacation in Hawaii, not only for the pies but the ambiance and thrilling family adventures. If you can keep everyone away from the pie for a few hours, you can all wander through the Dole Pineapple Garden Maze or hike to the summit of Diamond Head. Submarine tours, snorkeling adventures, and of course, luaus will really add a little extra to your family vacation.

Chicago, Illinois

Does your family love French fries? What about chocolate? What would happen if you were to offer your family a chocolate French fry pie? Such a pie exists at Sugargoat Sweets in Chicago, Illinois! But don’t worry if combining chocolate and French fries doesn’t appeal to your family. The owner has you covered with other options like cheesecake pie, pumpkin crunch pie, and choco-lot pie. When you are not indulging in pie, you can walk off a few calories at the Navy Pier or visit the marine life at Shedd Aquarium. Going to the Skydeck of the Willis Tower is another option, but maybe do that before you eat your pie!

Natchitoches, Louisiana

Most families choose to visit New Orleans during a vacation in Louisiana. However, I recommend venturing over to the charming town of Natchitoches when you want a little pie for National Pie Day! A stop at Lasyone’s is a must, but not for sweet, dessert-like pie. This restaurant serves savory meat pies instead. Imagine biting into a pie made with pork and beef, as well as onions, peppers, and Southern seasonings. Once your family has eaten their fill of meat pies, you can continue on your way to New Orleans. But if you choose to stay in the area for a little while longer, make sure the Kaffie-Frederick General Mercantile Store is on your list of places to stop. It is the oldest general mercantile in the state. You never know what you may stumble upon during your visit.

These are some of the best US destinations to visit to celebrate National Pie Day. Do you know of any other destinations families should visit for some tasty pie? I would love to hear about them, so I can share them with other travelers. I would also love to plan a family vacation for you, so you can taste some of these fabulous pies.

So, are you ready to plan a family vacation to visit some of the best US destinations to celebrate National Pie Day?

If you said yes, I would like to invite you to schedule a planning session with me by clicking here. This will take you directly to my digital calendar, where you can schedule a time most convenient for you.

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Let’s Celebrate National Candy Day

Okay, so we have 50 states in the USA. That means there will be a bunch of favorite candies coming your way in just a moment. Get ready for some serious candy cravings….

The Favorite Candies in All 50 States

1. Alabama – Mr. Goodbar
2. Alaska – Almond Joy
3. Arizona – Starburst
4. Arkansas – Mars
5. California – Starburst
6. Colorado – Hershey Bar
7. Connecticut – Hershey Bar
8. Delaware – Twix
9. Florida – Skittles
10. Georgia – Skittles
11. Hawaii – Hershey Bar
12. Idaho – Mr. Goodbar
13. Illinois – Hershey Bar
14. Indiana – Hershey Bar
15. Iowa – Butterfinger
16. Kansas – Three Musketeers
17. Kentucky – Milky Way
18. Louisiana – Payday
19. Maine – Milky Way
20. Maryland – Crunch
21. Massachusetts – Milky Way
22. Michigan – Mr. Goodbar
23. Minnesota – Twix
24. Mississippi – Three Musketeers
25. Missouri – Twix
26. Montana – Baby Ruth
27. Nebraska – Skittles
28. Nevada – M&Ms
29. New Hampshire – Heath Bar
30. New Jersey – Starburst
31. New Mexico – Skittles
32. New York – Sour Patch Kids
33. North Carolina – Hershey Bar
34. North Dakota – Kit Kat
35. Ohio – Starburst
36. Oklahoma – Starburst
37. Oregon – Starburst
38. Pennsylvania – Milky Way
39. Rhode Island – Sour Patch Kids
40. South Carolina – Starburst
41. South Dakota – Snickers
42. Tennessee – Mars
43. Texas – Skittles
44. Utah – One Hundred Grand Bar
45. Vermont – Skittles
46. Virginia – Skittles
47. Washington – Twix
48. West Virginia – Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup
49. Wisconsin – Twix
50. Wyoming – Almond Joy

Does your favorite candy match your state? Most of the time, it won’t. But that doesn’t mean you can’t eat it or take a family vacation in the state where it is popular!

So, are you ready to pack your bags and plan a family vacation somewhere in the US to celebrate National Candy Day?

If you said yes, I would like to invite you to schedule a planning session with me by clicking here. When you click on this link, you will be taken directly to my digital calendar to schedule a time that is convenient for you.

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Let’s Celebrate National Louisiana Day with Fun Facts

1. The state of Louisiana doesn’t have counties like every other state. It has parishes instead.
2. The legal system in Louisiana was influenced by the Spanish and French.
3. One of the world’s rarest animals is the white alligator. It can be found in Louisiana.
4. The Louisiana black bear is the official state mammal.
5. The official state bird is the brown pelican.
6. Famous people born in Louisiana include Reese Witherspoon, Tim McGraw, Bryant Gumbel, and Tyler Perry.
7. It is illegal to tie your alligator to a fire hydrant in Louisiana.
8. It is also illegal to make a phone call and then knowingly fail to hang the phone up.
9. There have been many movies filmed in Louisiana. A couple of them include Crazy in Alabama, Fight Club, and The Apostle.
10. Dolly Parton recorded her first single, Puppy Love, at the Goldband Records Studio in Lake Charles. She was thirteen years old at the time.
11. Voodoo continues to be widely practiced in New Orleans.
12. Louisiana’s state songs are You Are My Sunshine and Give Me Louisiana.
13. There are no national parks in the state.
14. There are fifty-four National Historic Landmarks in Louisiana. There is also one UNESCO World Heritage Site.
15. Bonnie and Clyde, the infamous criminal couple, were killed in Bienville Parish.
16. Tabasco Sauce was patented by the McIlhenny Company on Avery Island. This patent was one of the first in the state.
17. Antoine Amadie Peychaud invented what is considered the very first cocktail in the US. He invented the Sazerac cocktail in New Orleans in 1850.
18. Do you love to surprise your friends with pizza delivery without their knowledge? If you do that in Louisiana, you could be fined $500 according to local law!
19. Oh, and don’t steal an alligator in Louisiana, either. If you do, you could be jailed for ten years.

These are the fun facts I discovered for National Louisiana Day. You will find many others when you choose to take a family vacation in Louisiana!

So, are you ready to pack your bags and plan an exciting family vacation to celebrate National Louisiana Day?

If you said yes, I would like to invite you to schedule a planning session with me by clicking here. When you click on this link, you will be taken directly to my digital calendar to schedule a time that is convenient for you.

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Celebrate National Rhode Island Day with These Fun Facts

1. Rhode Island is only 1,214 square miles in size. That makes it the smallest of all 50 states. However, this state isn’t the least populated of all the states. There are 8 other states that have fewer people than Rhode Island.
2. The official nickname of Rhode Island is The Ocean State. Its official name though is State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations.
3. The official drink of Rhode Island is coffee milk. To make this drink, you simply add coffee syrup to a glass of milk.
4. The first US Open Golf Tournament was held in Newport on October 4, 1895.
5. Back in 1904, a judge in Newport placed a person in jail for speeding. The sentence was 5 days. It was the first person to do jail time for speeding, despite the fact the driver had only been going 15 miles per hour.
6. On September 12, 1953, John F Kennedy married Jackie Bouvier at St. Mary’s Church in Newport. This church is now on the National Register of Historic Places.
7. One of the oldest institutions of higher education in the US is Brown University. This university is located in Providence.
8. There are currently more pizzerias per person in Rhode Island than there are in any other state. With approximately 35 pizzerias per 100,000 people, you will never have difficulty finding a slice while on a family vacation in Rhode Island.
9. The state of Rhode Island has an island of the same name within the state. The island is also called Aquidneck Island. Maybe to avoid confusion?? The island is 44 square miles in size. There are two towns and one city on the island.
10. The state pet is the Big Blue Bug. You can find the Big Blue Bug on the side of the highway in Providence. The bug’s name is Nibbles Woodaway. He is a 58-foot-long termite who weighs 2 tons. If you happen to take a family vacation there during the holidays, you will see Nibbles all decked out in holiday cheer.
11. There is a coffee shop, mainly Dunkin Donuts, on almost every street corner.
12. Hasbro Toys Headquarters can be found in Pawtucket.
13. Rhode Island never approved the 18th Amendment, which was Prohibition.
14. It is illegal to throw pickle juice at a trolley in Rhode Island.
15. A law on the books in Rhode Island makes it illegal for companies to make some employees work on Sundays. The fine is only $10, and it only applies to unnecessary work that was completed.
16. It is actually illegal to bite off another person’s leg in Rhode Island.
17. It is illegal to smoke a pipe after sunset in Newport, Rhode Island.

These are some of the fun facts I discovered about this state for National Rhode Island Day. One of my favorite ways to see Rhode Island during a family vacation is by taking a cruise to Canada. This may seem strange, but a couple of the cruise lines stop right in Newport, Rhode Island. There are a few different excursions you can do while in Newport. A popular excursion is taking a tour of all the mansions located within the Newport area. Two of the most popular mansions are the Breakers and the Marble House. They were both owned by the Vanderbilts.

So, are you ready to book a family vacation and explore this state for National Rhode Island Day?

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3 Family Friendly Resorts to Visit During National Utah Day

Sorrel River Ranch Resort and Spa

Located in Moab, the Sorrel River Ranch Resort and Spa will have you enjoying a luxury family vacation in Utah. The rooms and suites are all inside custom built cabins. Each one offers all the amenities you will crave during your time away from home.

Your daytime hours at this resort can be spent hiking the nearby trails. Or your family can play basketball and tennis. There is also a petting zoo on site. Therefore, plan to spend hours there getting to know the animals.

Other family adventures can include going horseback riding or river rafting not too far from this resort in Utah.

Once the sun begins to set, the fun really begins at this family friendly resort. Live music fills the air. And the bonfire is lit for roasting marshmallows and simply enjoying the nighttime ambiance.

Waldorf Astoria Park City

The first thing you will notice at this family friendly resort in Utah is the stunning architecture. A lot of thought was used to create the buildings, including the rooms and suites. This resort is close to many of the family friendly activities and attractions in Utah. Therefore, we will need to make sure I book your stay well in advance of your trip if possible. If not, you may not get to stay in one of the best family rooms at this resort.

When you are not visiting Utah Olympic Park or the Kimball Art Center, your family will be down at the pool. Or riding on the private ski gondola.

Hyatt Centric Park City

If your family loves to hike, ski, and participate in other outdoor adventures, you must stay at the Hyatt Centric Park City. This family friendly resort in Utah is centrally located near every outdoor activity imaginable.

During your time at this resort, you will have access to three different alpine resorts. More than eight thousand acres of terrain will be waiting for your family to explore as well. Imagine spending your days skiing, hiking, fly fishing, and snowboarding, depending on the season.

The outdoor pool, hot tub, and whirlpools will all be a hit with your family too.

These are the three family friendly resorts to visit in Utah for your next vacation. As a travel advisor, I can easily book a stay at one of them for you. Whether I do this for National Utah Day, or another day of the year is up to you.

So, are you ready to plan a vacation at one of these family friendly resorts in Utah?

If you said yes, I would like to invite you to schedule a planning session with me by clicking here. When you click on this link, you will be taken directly to my digital calendar to schedule a time that is most convenient for you.

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The National Zoo in Washington DC

A quick online visit to The National Zoo’s website can have you watching pandas play, sleep, or eat at any time of the day. Simply click on the Giant Panda Cam. Then toggle between the two cameras to see where the pandas are hanging out.

Giant pandas arrived at The National Zoo back in 1972. The very first pandas were Hsing-Hsing and Ling-Ling. They had five panda cubs, although none of them survived. The next two pandas were loaned to The National Zoo back in 2000. Mei Xiang and Tian Tian arrived and over the years, they had four surviving cubs. Three of those cubs have been transported back to China, per the agreement between the country and the zoo. The fourth cub, who was born in 2020, is still at The National Zoo with his parents.

Zoo Atlanta in Atlanta, Georgia

A couple of the six hundred giant pandas living at zoos around the world can be found at Zoo Atlanta. This zoo also has a panda camera. So, you can keep track of your favorite animal whenever you have a little downtime. Two of the zoo’s popular pandas arrived back in 1999. Those pandas, Lun Lun and Yang Yang have had seven cubs together. Many of them have been returned to China.

One of the best things about visiting the pandas at Zoo Atlanta is you can actually spend time with them during an encounter. There will be a barrier between you and the panda, but you will be able to feed them their favorite snack.

Memphis Zoo in Memphis, Tennessee

The panda exhibit at the Memphis Zoo is three acres. It is where Ya Ya and Le Le have lived since 2003. Information about the pandas can be found at the pagoda, while a film is shown at the Welcoming Guest Hall.

Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Center in Chengdu, China

If you don’t mind traveling to China, the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Center is the best place to visit pandas for National Panda Day. Approximately fifty giant pandas live at this breeding center. The goal of the center is to let visitors see how pandas live in the wild, while they train the pandas to adapt to being out in the wild before being released. It is best to plan on spending at least half a day at this breeding and research base. While you will definitely see the pandas during your visit, you may be surprised to learn that you might have the opportunity to hold one as well.

These are all wonderful places to visit pandas for National Panda Day. I recommend arriving at the panda exhibit at each destination early in the day, because crowds form rather quickly. And when you do get to the exhibit, do not be disappointed if the pandas are either eating or sleeping. They seem to spend approximately ten hours a day doing each of those activities. Therefore, there isn’t a lot of time to climb trees and play.

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