My last visit to Myrtle Beach, S.C., was almost eight years ago, when my daughter was just 6 months old. Obviously, we didn’t explore many of the area’s family-friendly activities other than the hotel pool. This time around, though, I was more than ready to see what would capture the interest of my daughter, now […]
A Visit to Philadelphia with the Kids in Tow
I’ve grown up spending a lot of time in Philadelphia. My parents were born and raised in Philly. We used to travel by plane, train and automobile to get there growing up, and I’ve explored it from head to toe. When I realized recently I would have both kids home for a week during spring […]
Asheville to Nashville Family Road Trip
The route between the smokey mountains of Asheville, N.C., and the bright lights of Nashville, Tenn., is perfect for a short family road trip, offering nature, history, adventure, and entertainment. If you’re planning a summer road trip or looking ahead to the fall, here are some tips for driving Asheville to Nashville. When visiting Asheville, […]
Rockin’ Nashville with the Kids
On a previous visit to Nashville, my husband and I checked out many of what I call “adult-friendly” attractions: the Country Music Hall of Fame, Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art, and Belle Meade Plantation. Although I know kids are welcome at these sites, my kids are 4 and 8, so I think they […]
Northern Italian Dining in the Heart of Saratoga Springs, NY
While visiting Saratoga Springs, NY recently, my husband and I came across one of the loveliest restaurants in town. Italian cuisine has always been one of my favorites and my mouth was watering just reading the name – Chianti Il Ristorante. I just had to give it a try. It was a cold rainy evening […]
Granlibakken Resort in Lake Tahoe is Tranquil, Rustic, and Full of Adventure
As I entered the 74-acre alpine valley of Granlibakken, I felt like I was on my way to meet summertime friends at camp. With its campus layout, community lodge, ski hill, spa, and zip lines and bridges swinging between the trees, all in a serene, rustic setting, this playground resort for all ages, transported me […]
Exploring Universal’s Islands of Adventure
The last time I visited Orlando’s theme parks, there was no Universal Studios. At all. Now, there are two parks: Universal Studios (the original) and Islands of Adventure. During our recent visit we only had one day to visit Universal, so my husband and I had to decide which park would be a good fit […]
Good Eats in North Lake Tahoe
After a day of skiing, snowboarding, biking or boating in adventure-filled Lake Tahoe, all you want to do is relax in a cozy atmosphere enjoying scrumptious food. On the North Shore in California, amazing food and vibe is everywhere, and even after being here for five weeks, I haven’t run out of satisfying options. Here’s […]
A Weekend Adventure in Amelia Island, Florida
A few weeks ago my family and I had the opportunity to visit Amelia Island. Even though I spent my childhood years growing up in the beautiful state of Florida, this was my first visit to this peaceful, relaxed seaport community. Located just off the coast of northeast Florida, Amelia Island is very easy to […]
Seals, Pilgrims and Pirates: Blue Claw Boat Tours in Cape Cod
With the record-setting amounts of snowfall dumped in the Northeast this winter, I’ve been dreaming of summer and reminiscing about our trip to Cape Cod last year. One of the highlights was our seal tour with Blue Claw Boat Tours. On a foggy, chilly day in early June, my kids and I arrived at the […]