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Rebecca Ruffin Leffler

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Rebecca Ruffin Leffler is an LSU grad (Geaux Tigers!), wife, and mom to twin girls in Atlanta. She enjoys writing about parenting, hiking, and travel. Follow her family’s vacation adventures at FindingFamilyAdventures.com.

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Best Snow Tubing Near Atlanta for Families in 2025

Rebecca Ruffin Leffler's picture Submitted by Rebecca Ruffin ... on Fri, 12/19/2025 - 12:43pm

Drive about four hours to Gaitlinburg's Ober Mountain for its 350-foot snow tubing track with a 50-foot drop! Photo courtesy of Ober Mountain

Snow tubing near Atlanta is one of the best ways to enjoy the outdoors with the family this winter! It’s easy for kids of all ages: just sit on an inflatable tube (provided by the venue) and slide down a snow-covered hill...no lessons required! Kids and parents alike will find snow tubing fun and exhilarating. And because participants remain seated, the risks of falls are minimized! Read on for our list of kid-friendly snow tubing spots, all within a four-hour drive of Atlanta.

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Atlanta’s Unusual & Underrated Christmas and Holiday Activities

Rebecca Ruffin Leffler's picture Submitted by Rebecca Ruffin ... on Sun, 12/14/2025 - 10:46am

"Dive" into fun at the Georgia Aquarium with holiday-themed shows and even Scuba Claus! Photo courtesy Georgia Aquarium

Atlanta’s holiday season is in full swing with holiday light shows, pictures with Santa, and Polar Express rides, but that doesn’t mean your family has to do the same thing every year. Why not mix it up and try something different or unusual?! Start new family traditions at these unusual Christmas events and lesser-known holiday activities in Atlanta. Read on for our list of Atlanta's unusual and underrated Christmas and holiday activities, including pop-ups, performances, and more.

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Best Family-Friendly Restaurants Open on Christmas Day in Atlanta

Rebecca Ruffin Leffler's picture Submitted by Rebecca Ruffin ... on Sun, 12/07/2025 - 1:09pm

The Hard Rock Cafe has something for everyone this Christmas, including two-course and three-course dinner options.

Dine out at these Atlanta restaurants open on Christmas and give yourself the ultimate Christmas gift of relaxation. Read on to find the perfect restaurant open on Christmas in Atlanta to please everyone in the family. We've included eateries for a casual breakfast, a fancy dinner, or something in between. Without the chores of cooking and cleaning, utilize that extra time by checking out dazzling Christmas light shows and Atlanta Christmas neighborhoods with awesome residential holiday lights.

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What's Open on Thanksgiving in Atlanta? Family-Friendly Places & Stores

Rebecca Ruffin Leffler's picture Submitted by Rebecca Ruffin ... on Sun, 11/16/2025 - 11:37am

Garden Lights, Holiday Nights is a great family-friendly activity Thanksgiving night. Photo by Rebecca Leffler

You may find yourself wondering what’s open this Thanksgiving Day in Atlanta. After all, the Thanksgiving meal is just a part of the holiday. Before dessert is finished, most kids are ready for the next activity. To keep everyone entertained, we’ve gathered family-friendly attractions and stores open on Thanksgiving Day.

We’ve included grocery stores open on Thanksgiving in Atlanta for those last-minute items. And you’ll find plenty of kid-friendly activities to do on Thanksgiving, such as ice skating, bowling, seeing holiday lights, and more.

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48 Places to Take Pictures with Santa in Atlanta & Picture-Perfect Breakfast with Santa

Rebecca Ruffin Leffler's picture Submitted by Rebecca Ruffin ... on Fri, 11/14/2025 - 1:11pm

Tell Santa all your wishes at Bass Pro Shops and snap a few photos! Photo courtesy Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's

Take pictures with Santa Claus without having to travel to the North Pole! St. Nick is all over Atlanta to usher in this magical holiday season with photo ops, meet-and-greets, and Santa breakfasts with your little ones. Dress your kids in cute holiday outfits and take pictures with Santa for lasting memories. Capture candid photos with Santa at tree lightings, holiday festivals, or mealtimes; or reserve a professional Santa photo shoot at a local mall. In some instances, you can even bring Fido for a Santa photo! 

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38 Kid-Friendly Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in Atlanta

Rebecca Ruffin Leffler's picture Submitted by Rebecca Ruffin ... on Fri, 11/07/2025 - 11:55am

Enjoy the prime rib carving station at Serena Pastificio during the restaurant's Thanksgiving Day buffet. Photo courtesy Serena Pastificio

Check out our list of restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Atlanta, great for kids, so you don’t wear yourself out or stress about cooking a huge meal! And if you truly want to host a gathering at home, many of these Atlanta restaurants offer pick-up options.

We've included Atlanta restaurants open on Thanksgiving that will accommodate both large and small groups. These Atlanta restaurants offer a variety of foods with Thanksgiving menus and buffets to make the day special. From casual meals to five-course creations, our list of restaurants open on Thanksgiving covers options for every family budget. Book reservations now as slots fill up quickly.

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12 Polar Express Train Rides and Christmas Trains Near Atlanta

Rebecca Ruffin Leffler's picture Submitted by Rebecca Ruffin ... on Sun, 10/26/2025 - 1:54pm

Take a festive ride on the Holiday Express for a memorable train ride experience. Photo courtesy of the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway

Take a holiday train ride to see Santa at the North Pole with hot cocoa and holiday singing! Kick off the magical holiday season with real-life Polar Express and Christmas train rides near Atlanta. Our list includes holiday train rides in neighboring states since most are within three hours of metro Atlanta. You can combine your visit with one of these Atlanta winter day trips to the north Georgia mountains, Chattanooga, or surrounding areas. Bring your camera to take an Instagram-worthy shot of your kids on the train. FYI, Christmas train rides sell out fast, so buy tickets early! 

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16 Atlanta Must-Do Christmas Events to Book Now Before They Sell Out

Rebecca Ruffin Leffler's picture Submitted by Rebecca Ruffin ... on Fri, 10/24/2025 - 12:20pm

Get tickets now for Elf the Musical coming to the Fox Theatre December 16-21! Photo by Matt Crockett, courtesy of Brave PR

It may seem far off, but Christmas will be here before you know it! Atlanta is chock-full of exciting holiday events for kids at Christmas, but many of these top events sell out quickly, especially on weekends. Read our list of holiday events for families to start planning now and book tickets for these "can't miss" Atlanta events. If something piques your interest, act quickly -- we don't want you to miss out on Atlanta's top Christmas events with kids!

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