As soon as I was made aware of Cascade Huts, a system of backcountry cabins in the Mt. Hood wilderness near Government Camp, Oregon, I knew we had to review it! Set miles away from civilization, each of Cascade Huts' three rustic cabins are situated … [Read more...]
Smuggler’s Notch Resort: planning your winter ski vacation with kids
February 15, 2012 By Leave a Comment
If you’re planning a ski vacation at one of the resorts in Vermont with young kids this winter, then Smuggler’s Notch, Vermont is the place for you. We recently got back from a great weekend at Smuggs with Homer (3) and Greta (1), and the … [Read more...]
Northstar-at-Tahoe with kids: a stay at Big Horn Lodge
February 3, 2012 By 1 Comment
As with any large Tahoe ski resort, families have many lodging options at California's Northstar-at-Tahoe, from rental homes to studio suites and condos, to hotel rooms. For our three-day weekend family getaway, we choose to stay in a luxury condo at … [Read more...]
Family-friendly paradise: a stay at Velas Vallarta
January 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Guests arriving at Puerto Vallarta, Mexico's Velas Vallarta resort should expect to be greeted in the spacious, breezy lobby by a friendly staff offering a cool, freshly scented towel and an ice-cold bottle of water. My husband and I were also … [Read more...]
Kimpton holiday weekend giveaway: a stay at Hotel Monaco Portland
December 8, 2011 By 90 Comments
Last weekend, I joined four fellow travel bloggers in experiencing five distinct Hotel Monaco properties in five cities across the country for a family holiday getaway. We loved our stays so much, we want your family to experience your own Kimpton … [Read more...]
Holidays at the Disneyland Resort and giveaway
December 5, 2011 By 57 Comments
The holidays is my family's favorite time to visit a Disney theme park (psst: the weeks between Thanksgiving and school break are ideal for beating crowds and high prices!). What makes this such a magical time? Read on for a round up of seasonal … [Read more...]
Fun family hostels for an international stay
November 21, 2011 By 1 Comment
Wake up in a Turkish cave, a rainforest treehouse, or aboard a 747 airplane that never flies when you check into one of these unusual hotels the adventurous folks at Hostelbookers recommend for families. Besides being easy on the purse strings, these … [Read more...]
Mom Blogger Camp at Velas Vallarta, Mexico
November 10, 2011 By 4 Comments
Parent bloggers and mom bloggers looking for a winter getaway should consider attending the Mom Blogger Camp, held at the beautiful Velas Vallarta all-inclusive resort in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico this January. And I'm not just saying that … [Read more...]
Best Ski Towns: Keystone Resort, Colorado
November 7, 2011 By 1 Comment
Vail, Colorado has long been synonymous with top-notch skiing, but vacationing families may overlook one of the most family-friendly gems in its crown: … [Read more...]
The Grand Hyatt Kauai with babies and toddlers
November 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Kauai, and Hawaii in general, is a great place for a family vacation, especially if you’re staying at the impressive Grand Hyatt Kauai. However, when you're traveling with children who are much too small for local and resort activities like … [Read more...]
