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 an ...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 Portugal. ...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
Back when I was pregnant with my first daughter, my husband and I took a fateful ski trip to Salt Lake City, Utah. I stuck to greens and blues, but I was not going to let a winter go by without at least a few runs. (By the way, check with your doctor to make sure skiing is a good ...read more
We did a lot of skiing at Stratton resort this year. It was a mixed experience, but mostly a good one. On the downside, we had a rather rotten experience with our Homeaway rental on mountain. We opted for a season rental (December to March) and, unfortunately, the homeowner was ...read more
President's weekend is traditionally a HUGE weekend for family ski break. February is the perfect time to make the most of winter and head to the snow. To prep yourself and your family for an awesome ski vacation in Utah or wherever you ski, we’ve gone right to the source.Linda ...read more
The weather forecasts look good for Big Sky Resort in Montana this winter season. With reliable snow (upwards of 3 feet have already fallen on Lone Peak before November!) and tons of family-friendly activities, I think Big Sky is the perfect family-friendly ski vacation. Opening ...read more
Are you thinking about snow? I am. We’re already planning for our 2017-18 family ski season so we can get the best ski season pass deals for families. To guide you through the options, once again, I’ve sweated the details to put together our round-up of ski/snowboard season ...read more
As a New Yorker who lived through 9/11, I still find a visit to the downtown area a bit emotional. It's taken me a moment to embrace all that's gone up in the place of the Twin Towers. But here's the thing about New York, it's a living breathing organism. Not only won't this ...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, Montana ...read more
Do you know how many national parks there are in the United States? Including national forests, monuments, and battlefields, there are a whopping 417 and this month during National Park Week, Saturday, April 16th to Sunday, April 24th, weekend entrance to ALL of those parks will ...read more
You know we love to see ski mamas (and ski dads) playing in the snow with the kiddos. But we also know USUALLY it's the kiddos who get all the cool gear. Well, we are putting an end to that with our Snowtastic #SkiMoms Giveaway! We've got more than $500 worth of prizes to share ...read more
We love the snow! From Camelback Mountain to Keystone, Mammoth to Solitude to Jackson Hole, we are big fans of getting your family to the slopes. From skiing to snowboarding, snowshoeing to tubing, taking your family to the snow provides fun family bonding time, physical activity ...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
Looking for perfect place to ski out West? Mammoth Mountain in California's Eastern Sierras is the ideal place to take your crew to find family amenities, ski-in/ski-out accommodations, and right now, LOTS of fresh powder. As of writing this, Mammoth has received 116 inches of ...read more
At Sunday River you can get the feeling of skiing out West without the expense of flying there OR having to book expensive rooms. I like to think of Sunday River as budget-friendly powder compared to the champagne powder of Utah. Sunday River would be the sparkling wine that you ...read more
Time for the Ski Moms Survey. Why? Because we think the ski and snowboard industry can serve moms better. I want to make our voices heard at the annual Ski Industry Association Trade show in January. I'm going to be presenting the results our our findings to the men in charge ...read more
Think snow! The best Family Ski Guide has arrived and it's time to start planning your time on the snow. I've dedicated so much of my life to this travel guide. Last year I was on snow for more than 60 days—from Mt. Hood to Mt. Tremblant, I've waited in a lot of lift lines for ...read more
Reliable, powdery snow. That's why flocks of people head to Salt Lake City every winter (more than 100" already this season)--to chase powder. There are 14 resorts to ski, I want to make sure you pick the right spot for your family. This is my advice on how to ski Snowbird.Since ...read more
The test of a great ski resort? Can you have a great vacation if the snow stinks? At Westin Beaver Creek the answer is yes, a full blown yes. You can never count on snow in November at any ski resort, but we just love vacations in the mountains. That's why we spend Thanksgiving ...read more
Every family needs a spot that brings them together. For us, home is in the mountains. We may live day-to-day in the city, but this is where we can really exhale. We are the best versions of ourselves in the snow. In Vail, we make our home at Home" target="_blank">Sonnenalp ...read more
Fall is my favorite time to go camping. The days are still warm, but the nights and morning get that undeniable fall crispness that makes campfires and cozy sweaters actual practical and not just playing the part. To inspire you to get out and explore the great outdoors, I'm ...read more