Martin Luther King Weekend is traditionally one of the biggest and busiest ski weekends of the year. Since we're all about having "snow much fun" here at Momtrends, I've put together a guide to help you navigate this weekend. I call it the "Ski Moms Guide to Avoiding Crowds and ...read more
"Real skiers ski uphill" is an old expression in Vermont, where cross country skiing is as much a winter tradition as hot chocolate and making snow angels. Cross-Country skiing in the mountains of Vermont can be a wonderful way to embrace winter. Need inspiration to give it a ...read more
We've been taking our kids to Vermont for the past six years. We have few family favorites. "My new favorite state is Vermont," said my 6 year old when she first skied at Okemo Mountain in Ludlow Vermont. The photo was from her first trip here. We've been back six times and the ...read more
A world class ski resort needs a few things. First, great reliable snow. Second, luxurious lodgings. Third, they need great food. If you're heading to Big Sky anytime soon, I've got a slew of great ideas on where to eat in Big Sky Montana. Where to Eat in Big Sky Big Sky, ...read more
Winter is coming, and I couldn't be more excited. I have a treasure trove of recommendations for your next family ski trip. Today, I'm answering the question: Is Sun Valley, Idaho a good place to ski with kids? The answer is an enthusiastic YES! Is Sun Valley Idaho a Good Place ...read more
Here's the bottom line about Big Sky: every time we visit I end up looking at property there. There are a lot of reasons why Big Sky Resort is getting more popular in the past decade. The parent company is investing a ton of money in the on-mountain experience, the aprés scene is ...read more
San Francisco is great city to visit with your family. From cable cars and Chinatown to the Golden Gate Bridge and Ghirardelli Square, there are sights and activities to keep the whole family entertained. We've rounded up our favorite tips for exploring San Francisco with kids. ...read more
Most people know Sunday River as Maine's premiere ski resort. But this wonderful mountain in Newry, Maine, is also a terrific spot to take the family when the weather is warm. We got to explore the summer family fun at Sunday River last month, and I'm excited to share the ...read more
It's been a minute since I swung a golf club. I used to play all the time with my dad in Maryland, and then I played socially through my 20's. After the kids came along, I gave up the sport and sold my clubs. Now after 20 years in retirement, I am back out on the course. It ...read more
Disclosure: This The Reasons Why We Love Washington DC Family Travel feature is brought to you by Expedia.com. While this was a sponsored opportunity, all content and opinions expressed here are my own. My family lives in the Washington DC area. Half are in Maryland, half are in ...read more
They call it the "Pink Palace," I call it the perfect place for a memorable family vacation. We are smitten with Bermuda, this is our fourth time here as a family and we've found a new resort home. Find out why the Hamilton Princess in Bermuda is the ideal family luxury resort. ...read more
Are you looking for a beach vacation that will appeal to active families? Bermuda is a perfect choice. From water sports to on-island excursions, there are loads of activities to keep teens and tweens engaged and off those phones. Check out our ideas for seven family fun ...read more
Travel is a big part of our lives. Mr. Momtrends and I long ago decided having budgets for travel was more important than flashy cars or bigger apartments. When we celebrate anniversaries and birthdays, we pick travel over STUFF. To celebrate Mr. Momtrends' 50th birthday we ...read more
Last year 6.6 million visitors descended upon the Bahamas in search of sun, sand and fun. Many of these millions were families looking for a spring break that would entertain the kids and give the parents a bit of luxury and relaxation. On my fourth family trip to the Bahamas, I ...read more
It's the dead of winter and millions of Americans are day-dreaming of somewhere warm. Yep, March is hard. Spring is so close, but feels so far away. The hubby and I actually just planned our summer vacation. Amidst snow days and wind storms, we desperately needed a "light at ...read more
We’re hosting a Twitter chat, and you’re invited! Join us on Wednesday, Feb. 27 at 1pm EST as we talk about Kissimmee Florida Spring Break Planning. We've got travel tips and ideas PLUS you could win some awesome prizes from Gatorland, IconOrlando360, Crayola Experience Orlando, ...read more
Creating winter memories with your family is as easy as a trip to Vermont. We gathered some of our favorite NYC influencer moms for a weekend on the slopes at Mount Snow. It was part adventure, part bonding on the mountain and a whole lot of fun. We've been fans of skiing in ...read more
Are you looking to plan a low-key, laidback kinda family vacay in the near future? Well, I suggest that you look no further than Myrtle Beach. If you're going to take my advice and are willing to consider adding this family friendly destination to your vacation schedule, you're ...read more
Sonnenalp has been helping families make memories in the mountains for more than 40 years. This holiday, let the team at this exclusive family resort take the pressure off Mom and Dad and allow everyone to be a lot more merry. Holiday breaks can be great, but they can also be ...read more
Have you thought about camping with your family, but haven't quite made the leap? Do you want to spend time outdoors communing with nature, immersing yourself in the natural beauty that lives outside the window but can't quite wrap your head around actually sleeping ...read more
I love looking at vacation homes. I'm a city girl, and I vibe off the energy here, but I find open spaces and fresh air requisite to healthy living. To keep our family ties strong, we get out of NYC. I'm not alone. Lots of families maintain "escape hatches;" a place outside of ...read more
My travels always leave me feeling more connected to a place and more alive. The Martinhal properties are for my kind of people. For our European break this summer, we headed to the uncrowded Algarve at Martinhal Sagres Luxury Family Resort as part of our family trip to ...read more
Savvy ski mountains know that snow isn't the only time families need a break (though you know I love my winter ski trips). The summer months bring weeks of freedom from school and I have lots of summer vacation ideas. Sure, beach trips are nice, but I think summer is the perfect ...read more
It’s been a long winter in New York. Spring may be here according to the calendar, but April hasn’t been too kind to us. There’s a reason schools schedule breaks right around now – everyone is starved for warmth and vitamin D. No wonder Tulum, Mexico seems to be popping up on my ...read more
