travel

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

Wondering what to do with your old ski boots? Turn them into planters for your garden. This easy craft is a fun project for ski lovers. With a few simple steps, you can create a whimsical planter for your deck or yard. Related: Kid craft safari animal garden markers Recycle Your ...read more

Summer is special time for our kids for so many reasons, and one exciting experience that many kids will be enjoying this year is spending time at a sleepaway camp. I fondly remember my experience at sleepaway, and the build up to camp was making sure that I had packed all of my ...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

Most visitors know about Central Park in New York City, but they might not know about Bryant Park. What a treat! This park is teeming with things to do with the kiddies. If you plan on visiting New York City, here are our tips to plan a fun visit with kids to Bryant Park. ...read more

Whether you are in Vail for a snow sports adventure or visiting in the summer for hiking or fly fishing, working in a spa day is a great way to relax and pamper yourself. I think every mom deserves a spa day, and when I cover luxury family resorts, I always make a point to do my ...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

Okemo Mountain is an ideal spot for a family vacation. It's got a great variety of terrain, an amazing ski school and lots of housing options for families. Since any great vacation also involves food, we asked our ski mama friends where to eat near Okemo Mountain in Vermont and ...read more

Our family had planned a move to Vermont long before COVID arrived. Our arrival time just happened to coincide with the national lock down. We missed a lot of spring skiing last year and vowed to take advantage of whatever we were given this year. When the opportunity came up to ...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

Suicide Six is owned and operated by the Woodstock Inn and Resort and is a delightful place for a family ski trip. Located about 20 minutes from the town of Woodstock, this ski mountain is a little gem among the Vermont resorts. After exploring, I've got some great ideas on how ...read more

In this family, we LOVE to play in the snow. We ski, we hike, we play with the puppy -- all things that leave our snow gear cold and wet. While we are all about PLAY, what we don't love is the aftermath: soggy gloves and damp boots. This winter we discovered the Eco Dryer and ...read more

Ski families are always on the alert for deals that can make this sport more affordable for everyone. I'm happy to pass along my latest find--a deal called the Gem Card. For those of you who can get out West, the Colorado Gem Pass offers steep discounts. You can save up to 50% ...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

Is this the year you try Nordic skiing? It's a wonderful winter sport that the whole family can enjoy. Start planning your Vermont winter adventures at the Woodstock Nordic Center. This cross country ski center has everything you need to explore on skinny skis.  Vermont Winter ...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

We’re always looking to scope out great spots for a family ski vacation. That’s why we decided to plan a Jackson Hole family ski trip. I like to think of myself as the ultimate explorer--saving all my friends time by doing to leg work. Jackson Hole isn’t exactly easy to get to ...read more

Vermont has so many great mountains, I'm lucky to have skied a lot of them. Recently, I spent time in Northern Vermont at Sugarbush Mountain. In our Sugarbush Ski Review we talked about planning your trip, now it's time to play in the snow and figure out how to make the most of ...read more

This year has not been the year to travel. It's been the year to stay safe at home and be part of the COVID solution, not the problem. I haven't been on a plane since March and I don't plan on any trips until well into 2021. One of the first trips I'm going to rebook is our ...read more

I know skiing with kids can be expensive. That's why I'm always looking for an angle to save myself and my readers some money. My goal? Get us all out on the slopes more with the kiddos without having to tap into our retirement accounts. Sure, you can pack lunches and get used ...read more

This week I talked to the Vermont winter experts. I wanted to know how this winter was going to compare to season's past. I got good news and some straight talk from the Vermont tourism board, Ski Vermont and many of the Vermont-based resorts about how to safely visit Vermont ...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

Here's where we are: the ski season looks like a go! As we get ready to ski and ride safely, it's time to think about gear. I have a great service that will SEND you rental for your kids. K2 and SkiEssentials.com have partnered to create an online, season-long lease program and ...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

Road trips are the top travel trend right now. We plan to do a lot of driving around Vermont this winter to ski safely. Are you traveling by car over the winter? If so, now is the time to prepare your car for winter. To help keep you safe, we're helping with some winter driving ...read more

There's no getting around it. A family ski vacation takes two things: money and planning. It's likely one of the most expensive trips a family can take and there is a LOT of gear involved in the packing. Execution isn't easy. Here at Momtrends, we want you to spend your time and ...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

This is going to be an unusual summer for travel. Some states are wide open and others are partially back to normal with many COVID-19 precautions in effect. We've noticed a few summer travel trends emerging and are sharing the top summer travel trends for families to inspire you ...read more

It's getting to be that point in the season - the hunt for the perfect swimsuit is on. Maybe there isn't a perfect one, but today there are so many styles that are incredible for a variety of body types while also being stylish and comfortable. Miraclesuit makes some of my ...read more

Thinking of bringing your family to South Africa? Here are some family friendly ideas on where to stay and what to see. These photos are from a trip a few years ago. Our daughter was a 2 and I was pregnant. Some people found this trip very adventurous. I thought it was an ...read more

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