family travel

Kids seem to be welcome just about everywhere in Vermont, especially in the Mad River Valley. With world-class skiing available at Sugarbush and Mad River Glen, kids can work up quite an appetite. In the Mad River Valley, family time begins on the mountain and carries on to some ...read more

Spring break is just around the corner, and if you're a ski mom that means chasing the last snow of the season. Before you stash your skis and boots and pack up your snowsuits, make sure you check out our mom recommended ski travel gear to make traveling with your kids easier. ...read more

Creating winter memories with your family is as easy as a trip to Vermont. This Southern Vermont mountain is the closest "big" mountain for families that live in NYC or Boston. I've been to Mount Snow many times with my kiddos and know it to be a reliable and seamless place for a ...read more

There are 15 ski resorts in Utah. Part of my travel "bucket list" is to get to all of them. On my recent research trip, I paid a visit to Snowbasin. This Utah resort is a perfect combination of sublime snow quality and excellent resort management. It's a dreamy spot for families ...read more

If there's one thing we hold firm here at Momtrends, it's that moms are heroes. Heroes of the everyday variety. We don't wear capes, but we are doing the hard work of raising humans while also trying to live full, interesting lives. Sometimes the work of "momming" can be intense, ...read more

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

Breckenridge Colorado is a haven for families that love to ski and snowboard. The town is home to one of the largest resorts in Colorado, plus it boasts a robust arts scene and wonderful food options. That's why families keep coming back to this destination ski town. One thing ...read more

It’s no secret to travel industry insiders that moms manage the travel calendar and are the keepers of the summer schedule. With summer right around the corner, the mom members of Ski Moms Fun named Vermont’s Stowe ski resort as the ultimate summer travel destination for the ...read more

Having a teenage daughter is awesome, don't let anyone tell you otherwise. Sure, there are challenges along the way, but the key thing is to keep the lines of communication open and to plan activities that are judgement free. The Emerson Resort is a great place to take your teen ...read more

Raising good humans takes creativity. For me, museums help me parent and open the world to my girls. I love the way art can bring current events to life, and contemporary museums can really help. One of the toughest things about the pandemic, was the way the city closed down. Now ...read more

Stowe is the East Coast gem in the Vail Resorts portfolio. It's a magnet for wealthy ski families from Boston and even as far south as New York City and Philly. Unlike many of the ski resorts in the East, this is a real destination for a multi-day ski holiday. If you are trip ...read more

I have a big birthday coming up soon. As I leap into a new decade, I'm celebrating with some safe travel options here in my new state. I had lofty plans lined up, but like the rest of us, I'm adjusting my mindset to focus on what I CAN do rather than what I can't. Lucky for me, ...read more

Travel looks a lot different right now. My state, Vermont, is fairly shut down to travelers, and COVID numbers are up. We're trying to stay safe, but also dreaming of travel once a vaccine is available. I can on family travel trends form the year -- it was all about the road ...read more

Families love skiing at Snowmass. If you are looking for a spring break that can keep a wide variety of snow lovers happy, Snowmass should be on the top of your list. This sizable resort tries to combine excellent service with a huge expanse of terrain making it a top ...read more

History comes alive in Vermont at the Billings Farm. Our family loved our tour of this 19th century farm--meeting the animals and seeing the glorious sunflowers. Though, ideal for younger kids, my teen girls thought the combination of culture and pasture was perfect. Let me help ...read more

My summer of exploring New England continues, this time our destination was even closer to our new home. Since our original travel plans were scrapped, we've been checking out the best of the Green Mountain State. FYI: Vermont, my adopted state, is allowing travel to adjacent ...read more

Getting your culture fix is hard right now. Museums need to be smart about how they share art with the community. With a bit of planning, you can still connect in person with artists who are bringing beauty and ideas to the world. There are a few reasons why you should plan a ...read more

If your family is like ours, you've really missed travel. Thankfully, there are parts of the country that are safe for families to visit. New England took an early COVID-19 hit, but thanks to some careful management things are looking up. Vermont, my adopted state, is allowing ...read more