travel

Living in NYC, there are some experiences that aren't apart of our day-to-day life. However, one aspect of our weekends that I have been trying to change is to take advantage of everything our great city has to offer. Last weekend we did just that when we visited Liberty and ...read more

Are you traveling this Labor Day? We love that there is still time to experience the best of the warm weather as we wind down and prepare for back-to-school. To help you prepare, we are sharing some great ways to enjoy this long weekend with some easy packing tips.  Related: 5 ...read more

One of the blessings of having a website for nearly 15 years is getting to make trends not follow them. It’s the chance to say no to the 500 pitches a week I get to write about new face creams or detergent so I can write about things that give me great joy. Find out more about ...read more

When you think of a summer getaway to Maine, it’s likely you are envisioning something akin to the Sebasco Harbor Resort. Tucked along Maine’s rocky coastline, this family-style resort has been hosting families for nearly 100 years. If you're ready to travel, take a look at the ...read more

I'm picky about my beach towels. They need to be large and they need to resist fading and I want them to be soft. Over the years, I've found a few favorite beach towels for families that I want to share. Related: 10 reasons you should go to Sanderling Resort Our Six Favorite ...read more

Our family has been going to the Outer Banks (or OBX for those who like bumper stickers) for decades. Normally, we scour the real estate listings and book a seaside house for a week or two. This year we tried something different and added a four-day stay at the Sanderling to our ...read more

Recently, our team here at Momtrends got together for our yearly summit to collaborate, rejuvenate, and create some team-building memories together at Canyon Ranch in Arizona. Canyon Ranch Tucson is a luxury spa resort that offers everything from fitness classes, spa treatments, ...read more

Every child needs to enjoy tea time in London. Arriving at the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Tea at One Aldwych was the perfect way to kick off our London visit. “Mr. Willy Wonka can make marshmallows that taste of violets, and rich caramels that change color.”--Charlie & ...read more

I love the trend of adventure vacations with the kiddos. You know I love skiing with my kids - we've traveled all over the US getting in turns. This summer, I've had a blast getting to experience the best North American resorts in the summertime. I just got back from Quebec ...read more

My kids often groan when I tell them I've planned a museum trip. They know love a good art exhibit and they've learned to just give in and try to learn something. I have much more success when I incorporate time outdoors with my quest to sprinkle culture on them. A recent day ...read more

Since 1946, Macy's has been welcoming springs with a special ins-tore flower show. Bringing flowers into the store was meant to inspire joy and get women excited to shop for colorful clothing. Over the years, the displays have become increasingly elaborate and bring in hundreds ...read more

Are you day dreaming about the ultimate post-pandemic getaway? I know I am. I admit that I've faux planned multiple trips just to drool over destination photos and beach panoramic views and tropical drinks and all the joys big and small that come with the travel territory. ...read more

We picked Mont Tremblant in Quebec, Canada for our family ski trip for three reasons: location, snow and off-mountain fun. At Mont Tremblant in Canada, you can get a feel of being in a European ski village with great snow quality without having to fly across the Atlantic. Plus, ...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

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

Our family love affair with skiing started nearly a decade ago at Solitude Ski resort in Utah. It's been a while since our last visit, it's time to check in with one of our favorite family ski resorts.  2020 COVID update:The season begins November 20, 2020 (weather permitting). ...read more

We're keen on the collection from from Petit Collage. Tasteful and timeless, they have toys we know won't get old after a few minutes. As we gear up for the holidays (or maybe a very safe road trip) here are my favorite unplugged travel toys for your next trip. Related: 6 tips ...read more

Autumn is a fantastic time to visit the Green Mountain State (please do so safely and follow all Vermont travel guidelines). The changing colors of the season make a picture perfect setting for your family to get outdoors before we have to layer up. I've put together a family fun ...read more