In the summer, families tend to head to the beach or the mountains to escape the heat. The White Mountains of New Hampshire offer so much to families of all ages, from gorgeous lakes to strenuous hikes – and even moose safaris. Living in Rhode Island, our family has had a chance to visit this […]
Tapas Worth Traveling for at Bravas Bar de Tapas
There are some restaurants that evoke memories from your travels and there are others that offer food worth the trip. Bravas Bar de Tapas in Healdsburg, CA, in Sonoma Valley, is a bit of both. Set in a quaint converted home just off the main square in Downtown Healdsburg, you can tell from the approach […]
Great Wolf Lodge New England: The Perfect Location for a Birthday Celebration
If you haven’t been to a Great Wolf Lodge, you have probably heard of them. With 11 resorts in the United States and another in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Great Wolf Resorts is the largest indoor waterpark resort chain. The Great Wolf Lodge New England in Fitchburg, MA opened in 2014, offering over 100,000 square feet of […]
Where to Stay on the Central California Coast
Driving the California Coast on Highway One is a quintessential American road trip; one I was happy to make this spring. When planning our trip, I thought it would be easy to find a place to stay along the way, but the more I researched, I realized that wasn’t quite true. There were a few […]
Planning a Family Weekend in Wine Country
A family weekend in Wine Country sounds like a bit of a misnomer, but I’m a firm believer that you can take kids anywhere – it just takes planning, compromise, and a bit of balance. Luckily there is so much to do in Sonoma County, California to make the whole family happy. Less than an […]
Where to Eat in Rome
When you go to Rome, you may be as excited about the food as you are about seeing the Colosseum. However, with tourist traps surrounding all the major attractions, it is easy to walk into the wrong place where the bill is more impressive than the food. But finding good food really isn’t that hard. […]
Exploring Central Oregon
When people think of Oregon, they may think of Portlandia and Portland’s quirky “weirdness,” but there is actually so much to do in Oregon for families. From the lush Columbia River Valley to the gorgeous coast to the scenic Mt. Hood Area, it could take weeks or months to explore it all. Last summer, we […]
Three Reasons to Visit Quebec City in the Winter
Wait, did I really just say you should visit Quebec City in the winter?? Yes, I did and I will give you three reasons why. If you live where it is cold, you tend to get cabin fever after being trapped inside due to cold and snow. Except for an occasional ski weekend or sledding on […]
A Romantic Retreat in Old Saybrook, Connecticut
Finding time to get away for a romantic retreat with your partner can be challenging, especially if you have kids. Sometimes it is nice to find a spot not too far from home, that offers a peaceful haven from everyday life, where you can just pause for a night or two, relax, and reconnect. We […]
John Carver Inn: Combining Colonial Charm and Family Fun
Families usually flock to Plymouth, Massachusetts to see the famous Plymouth Rock, or visit the Mayflower II. But many times, they come to Plymouth just to visit the John Carver Inn. Located in the heart of Plymouth, walking distance to downtown and all its attractions, the John Carver Inn & Spa blends Colonial charm with […]