Angelique Platas, Author at Wherever Family

About Angelique Platas

Angelique has been with FXExpress Publications, Inc. since 2015, as associate editor for trazeetravel.com, Global Traveler and WhereverFamily. The New Jersey native is passionate about writing, traveling and diving into new experiences.

Entries by Angelique Platas

Food To Get the Kids to Try in Argentina

April 20, 2019 in Age Specific, Kids /by Angelique Platas

One thing about a new destination you may have to adjust to while traveling with kids is the local cuisine. While some families revel in the opportunity to fly to exotic destinations and taste their way through the country, others have some choosey eaters on their hands. A compromise for families on both sides of […]

Why Heidelberg, Germany, Should be on Your Radar

April 19, 2019 in Destinations, Europe, Listicles /by Angelique Platas

For anyone visiting family in far-off destinations, sending the kids off to study-abroad programs or checking into a castle hotel for an early summer vacation, the rural and historic town of Heidelberg, Germany, may fit the bill. For starters, Heidelberg is one of those scenic towns along a river, specifically the Neckar River, with equal […]

Earth Day by the Bay

April 18, 2019 in Cruising, Travel Tips /by Angelique Platas

Celebrate Earth Day in San Francisco with the help of Alcatraz Cruises and Hornblower Cruises’ Respect Our Planet promotion, offering free and family-friendly activities, Saturday, April 20, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Prepare to feel the cool bay breeze while joining earth-friendly activities and programs suitable for all ages. This Earth Day, and every other day, Alcatraz […]

Embark on a Sweet Scavenger Hunt

April 16, 2019 in Age Specific, Kids, Multigenerational, Teens /by Angelique Platas

Grab your scavenger hunt gear, fill your backpack with your treasure map, passport and maybe some water and revel in the excitement of the hunt! The hunt is for the best donut in Butler County, Ohio, the treasure map is a cartoonish trail of bakeries, and the passport is a cute keepsake from your favorite […]

Best Cities for Families in South America

April 15, 2019 in Travel Tips /by Angelique Platas

South America is home to some of the most interesting cultural traditions, rich aboriginal history and unending natural beauty. Across the continent, the rugged, rural terrain is home to small villages and wide-open spaces ready for adventure and exploration, but plays well against the modern metropolises of growing cities. For families looking to visit, we […]

Vineyards to Explore in South America

April 12, 2019 in Adult Children, Age Specific /by Angelique Platas

For the wine aficionados in your family or for anyone seeking a great foodie getaway filled with champion grapes and South American cuisine, Chile is truly a dream destination. The scenic beauty, metropolitan cities, quaint towns and mix of leisure and adventure outdoor activities lend well to all ages and interests. For those with wine […]