family travel
Family Friendly Hotel in Breckenridge
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
Best Summer Ski Resort in North America
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
A Great Place to Take Teens for a Catskills Spa Trip
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
Plan a Day with Kids at the New Museum in New York City
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
Trip Planning Your Ski Vacation to Stowe, Vermont
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
Topnotch spa vacation is a perfect Vermont winter getaway
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
Family Travel Trends the Year of the Road Trip
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
Two Ski Season Passes You Need to Consider
Families are buying ski passes in record numbers. We're all eager to get safely get outdoors this winter. If we follow the rules and mask up, we can enjoy a beautiful winter on the slopes. Earlier this fall, I talked about the passes from the big guys (Epic Pass and Ikon pass, ...read more
Planning your Family Ski Trip to Aspen Snowmass
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
Family Fun at Billings Farm in Vermont
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
Luxury and Family Fun at the Woodstock Inn, Vermont
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
Why You Should Plan a Family Visit to the Mass MoCA Museum
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
Why the Porches Historic Hotel Is Perfect for Your Family Trip
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
A Travel Treat to the Red Lion Inn
We've been laying low for most of this summer. All of our anticipated travels were canceled (Alaska, Sweden and Paris...sigh) and while we briefly were searching flights to the Bahamas, we decided that flying just wasn't in the cards for us. Picking a spot that taking COVID ...read more
How to Safely Plan Your Summer Vacation
This will undoubtedly be a summer like no other my kids and I have ever experienced. Camps look like they'll be canceled, vacations are in question, and we are all stuck at home on top of each other. Suffice to say, COVID-19 is cramping our usual summer style. We are going to ...read more
Should Families Invest in Ski Passes This Year
We’re already planning for our 2020-21 Family Ski Guide and praying that COVID-19 doesn't keep us all from enjoying the pow. As we are all reeling from the new reality, I'm starting to see offers come in from the multi-mountain passes. To make life easier for ski parents, I'm ...read more
Things to See and Do in Ogden Valley, Utah
It should come as no surprise that I'm planning on retiring out West in 20 years. The question is, where will I live? As I write about travel I absolutely love exploring Utah. My latest passion is Ogden Valley. The Valley is home to Pineview Reservoir for water sports and three ...read more
Where to Eat in the Mad River Valley of Vermont
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
Plan the Perfect Family Ski Trip to Snowbasin Utah
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
Coolest Camper Ever
Thanks to the EarthRoamer, even the fussiest mom could imagine camping this summer. Designed for up to four people, this built from a basic Ford 550 model and then souped up. When set up as a camper it has 6' 5" stand-up height in camper and a California King-size over-cab bunk. ...read more
Ski Moms Guide to Avoiding Crowds and Dominating the Slopes on MLK Weekend
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
Cross-Country Skiing in the Mountains of Vermont
"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
What Your Family Needs to Know Before You Ski Okemo Mountain
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
Where to Eat in Big Sky Montana
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. Related; Luxury mountain life at ...read more