It seems like the Christmas creep comes earlier and earlier each year, whether that’s in stores, on social media, or even in theme parks. But the most wonderful time of the year really is one of the best times to make your way to one of the many theme parks around the country. Take it […]
As a parent and a travel journalist, I know as well as anyone that sometimes you have no choice but to visit a popular family vacation spot during its busy season, especially if your life is dictated by school calendars and kids’ sports schedules. But if you have a little bit of flexibility to travel […]
What makes a family beach getaway even more fun? When everything is included, freeing you from worrying about childcare, cooking, or finding dinner spots. And when the parents can relax, it’s a true vacation for everyone in the family. The world’s best all-inclusive beach resorts not only ease vacation stress but also offer kids clubs, […]
I’m a relatively new empty nester. And while I miss my now-college sophomore, I’m also excited about this new chapter ahead, especially when it comes to my ability to travel. With no school calendar to adhere to (and a daughter who’s passionately following her own path), it feels like my husband and I have a […]
“Disney’s Animal Kingdom has a soul,” Dr. Scott Terrell, Vice President of Disney’s Animals, Science, and Environment, said as I took another sip of coffee. I’m seated in Nomad Lounge, my usual Animal Kingdom haunt, surrounded by other invited members of the media. It’s rather early in the day to be in Nomad Lounge, a […]
Getting there is definitely part of the fun with a fall foliage train ride. There’s no navigating busy highways to take in the fall colors. Instead, you can just sit back and enjoy forests awash in vibrant leaves, charming towns, and scenic stretches that you might have missed from the road. A fall foliage train […]
“It seems like a lot of effort.” That’s the main reaction I get from other parents when I tell them we’re doing another trip. And you know what? They’re not wrong. It is a lot of effort. But usually, the effort that it takes to travel with a toddler has nothing to do with the […]
Fall gets a lot of love from people celebrating the cooler temperatures, changing leaves, and spooky stories. But if you’re a summer-always type of person, you might dread the change of season (and the even colder days ahead). The good news? There are plenty of destinations where you can bypass the classic fall vacation for […]
They call it “Vacationland” for a reason. With its sandy beaches, rocky shores, and thousands of islands floating in the frosty water, Maine’s coastline might as well be lifted from a dream. I’ve been vacationing in the state for years and feel lucky to be acquainted with its gorgeous scenery and array of outdoor activities. […]
“Mom, I just wanted to thank you for bringing me. I think that is my favorite thing I’ve ever done at Universal.” These words from my 13-year-old son almost brought me to tears the morning after our first visit to Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights (or “HHN,” as most people call it). Maybe it sounds […]