Summer is right around the corner, and we've got big plans to ... Of course, while incredibly rewarding, traveling with kids is also immensely challenging--especially if it entails a long-haul flight. The air pressure, potential turbulence, and the necessity to remain seated for ...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
Last year I made platinum on Delta. This means I travel a ton and my luggage gets a good workout. After 10 years, my old Travelpro rolling suitcase was ready to be replaced, I started my hunt for the best overhead roller for women travelers. Work trips are great for building my ...read more
If you're never stayed at a Great Wolf Lodge, prepare to blow your kids' minds and earn major parenting points. What makes them so special? The 12 Great Wolf Lodge resorts located across the U.S. combine a family-centric hotel and a water park! This summer my family had the ...read more
This summer has been unusual to say the least. Our plans for a family trip to overseas were sidelined by COVID-19. Camps were canceled. Group getaways on hold. In the midst of it all, we still found a safe way to get out of the house, get active, and explore the outdoors. The ...read more
With the fun of Thanksgiving weekend also comes getting prepared for travel. From plans to trains and cars, we have you covered with some of our favorite travel essentials to have you covered wherever your travels may take you. 1. Mindful Parenting: I am hopeful that I am ...read more
A few weeks ago my daughter and I escaped to paradise for the weekend. It was quite the luxury as we left fall in NYC for a bright and sun escape to Paradise Island in the Bahamas. Having been to the Bahamas on assignment before I was excited to share this special place with ...read more
This summer during our three-week adventure from California to Montana, we had a short layover in Park City, Utah at the amazing Montage Deer Valley Resort. The Montage Deer Valley is known for its award-winning ski-in/ski-out access to some of the most well-groomed runs in the ...read more
Last week I had the chance to experience a truly unique assignment - check out some properties offered by Karisma Hotelsin the Mayan Riviera and nearby Cancun and what they offer for families as well as couples. Through this incredible experience I learned all about Karisma ...read more
This past Mother's Day my family and I enjoyed a day at sea with Entertainment Cruises via the Spirit Cruise. Complete with brunch, music, storytime and dancing, this was one experience that I will never forget. Starting in Chelsea Piers, the cruise took us around the harbor ...read more
Like most families we will be traveling this summer. While we love this time, it also means long hours on the road via a plane, train or automobile. To stay prepared (and hopefully avoid the chorus of "Are we there yet"?), we located some key products for families and kids to ...read more
As part of its pledge to help families get 300 percent more enjoyment out of every trip this summer,Embassy Suites Hotels is creating special opportunities for families to learn and discover during their vacation. The upscale, all-suites hotel brand is partnering with the ...read more
This past weekend my family and I had the chance to step on the Norwegian Breakaway, a 146,600 gross ton ship, to learn more about this massive ship and to see first-hand what they offer families. Designed by artist Peter Max, the ship has the capacity to hold more than 4,000 ...read more
A few days ago Momtrends kicked-off the travel season by hosting our 3rd annual Trendy Travel Time Event. Held at Polarn O. Pyret in TriBeca, the event brought together bloggers and editors to learn all about how to make family travel easier, and of course fashionable and ...read more
Spring break is just around the corner, and between the thawing snow and budding blossoms I bet you're dying to get out of town and pretend it's summer just as much as I am. Before you buckle your baby into a car seat or put junior into his airplane seat, make sure you check out ...read more
Livability.com, a national website that highlights more than 500 of Americas best places to live and visit, has released a list of the Top 10 Spring Break Destinations for Families 2013: Quick Getaways. The list is the second installment of an annual listing of Americas best ...read more
Doted as a top destination for New Yorkers and beach-goers alike, Cape Cod hosts quaint villages, fresh food and guaranteed quality family time. While this tiny peninsula is filled with sophisticated bed and breakfasts and chic inns, nothing tops the Sea Crest Beach Hotel. The ...read more
I was drawn to Babo Botanicals after reading about the founding mom and her mission to give her children the best skincare. Kate Solomon, worked at some of the biggest beauty companies around (L'Oreal, Parfums Givenchy and Avon) and ditched it all to launch Babo Botanicals. ...read more
We love family vacations as a way to spend time, relax and enjoy another place or culture with our kids experience another place or culture. However, getting to an exciting destination often requires families to take a plane, which can often be challenging with children. Adults ...read more
