The largest of three area river rafting outfitters, Zoar Outdoor offers all levels of tours down the scenic Deerfield River, from family float trips to advanced whitewater day trips. Located in beautiful Charlemont in the heart of Massachusetts’ Berkshires, Zoar is one part family resort (tent cabins and lodge rooms are available), one part adventure center (guests can try their skill on the … [Read more...]
Boston with kids: Royal Sonesta Boston review
September 19, 2019 By
See and explore Boston from a new perspective, and stay on the Cambridge side! We recently checked out the Royal Sonesta Boston, which offers fantastic Charles River and Boston downtown views while being just a quick car, Uber or T ride from everything you want to do with kids in Boston, from Duck Boats to the Museum of Science to the Boston Children's Museum! Royal Sonesta Boston … [Read more...]
Summer in the Berkshires: Hancock Shaker Village
June 18, 2018 By
The Berkshires is a wonderful region in Massachusetts to explore with kids, and summer in the Berkshires can't be beat! Parents will appreciate the rural, countrified setting with farmer's markets, rolling hills, and quaint towns, and kids will find plenty to do in the form of roadside ice cream stands, gentle streams and rivers, and museums and gardens. The Hancock Shaker Village is located … [Read more...]
Summer in the Berkshires: Bousquet Mountain Adventure Park review
June 26, 2017 By
Bousquet Ski Area’s Adventure Park is a vertical playground of high rope courses, zip lines, nets, and ladders, all set against the backdrop of the beautiful Berkshires. With three levels of course ‘elements’ to master, everyone will be challenged here, and everyone can get a taste of what ropes courses are all about. Bousquet Mountain Adventure Park review: We met first with our … [Read more...]
New England weekend getaways ideal for fall
September 7, 2016 By
Love Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket, but want to escape the summer crowds and peak season pricing? Enjoy the best New England weekend getaways in autumn! The peaceful calm and untouched beauty that linger in the off-season reveal a region that is ideal for family reunions and weekend getaways. Sea Crest Beach Hotel: Cape Cod’s quintessential family beach retreat on Buzzard’s Bay, … [Read more...]
Massachusetts with kids: Purgatory Chasm
September 5, 2016 By
A unique natural landmark, Purgatory Chasm State Reservation runs for a quarter of a mile between granite walls rising as high as 70 feet. Popular with picnickers and rock-climbers alike, the Chasm is believed to have its origin in the sudden release of dammed-up glacial meltwater near the end of the last Ice Age, approximately 14,000 years ago. Trails lead to a wide variety of rock … [Read more...]
Flayvors Ice Cream at Cook Farm
August 11, 2014 By
Flayvors Ice Cream at Cook Farm is made on-site, at a family dairy in Hadley, Massachusetts. Located in the heart of the Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, the dairy and ice cream parlor are in good company; this region is well-known for its farm-to-fork efforts. What we love: driving up to the ice cream shop, families first see the actual barns and cows that contribute to their ice cream … [Read more...]
Mount Tom Reservation and Ice Cream
August 6, 2014 By
Ready for the perfect summer outing in Western Massachusetts? Mount Tom Reservation is located between EastHampton and Mt. Holyoke, and offers fishing, hiking, picnicking, and a play area, plus skating and cross-country skiing in winter. Mt. Tom: Mt. Tom offers the best view of the Connecticut Valley, the Berkshire mountains, and the Pelham hills. It meanders over 2,161 acres at the top of … [Read more...]
Summer in the Berkshires: Jiminy Peak summer activities
August 4, 2014 By
We love summer fun at ski resorts! In the Berkshires of Massachusetts, we've reviewed the summer activities at Bousquet, and now, can review in detail all that's on offer in summer at Jiminy Peak. Located in the heart of the Berkshires, Jiminy Peak is a well-known ski resort. In summer, it's transformed into a full-scale outdoor playground, with mountain biking trails, hiking, and an array of … [Read more...]
Outdoors with kids in MA: Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary
November 20, 2013 By
Looking to get outdoors with kids in MA no matter the season? Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary is an accessible, kid-friendly sanctuary in Easthampton, Massachusetts. Arcadia has all sorts of things to keep the family busy, including a network of easy trails, a wetland boardwalk, and an observation tower. Near the parking lot and visitor center, there is a nature play area, complete with a tepee and … [Read more...]
