Mom’s Favorite Vacations

Cruising on the Disney Fantasy – the Disney Cruise Line’s Newest Ship

April 16, 2012

A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to cruise on Disney’s Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Fantasy. If you read my travel blog, Family Travel Magazine, you may have seen some of my posts, but if not, here’s an overview. As you’d expect, there are lots of family things to do on the [...]

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Weekend Getaway in Carlsbad, CA

May 5, 2011

As a New Englander, it’s not very often that I have the chance to visit California for a weekend getaway. But this past weekend, the Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach treated my husband and I to a coastal getaway so that we could check out the hotel, as well as some of the area attractions. [...]

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My Favorite Family Vacations in the US

April 25, 2011

While it’s only April, it’s almost time to start planning those summer family vacations. Where will your family go this summer? If you need some inspiration, here are some of my favorite family vacation destinations: Phoenix, Arizona Last month, I had the chance to visit Phoenix as part of the play ball and family fun [...]

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Spring Training Baseball and Family Fun: Phoenix, Arizona Family Vacation

April 6, 2011

Just a few of the photos I took in Phoenix Seven years ago, when I was pregnant with my first child, then a few years later, when I was pregnant with my second, my husband and I traveled to Phoenix, Arizona for vacation. We were looking for a reasonably-priced warm-weather destination in the United [...]

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Kennebunkport Road Trip: A Review of the White Barn Inn

February 28, 2011

More check-ins at White Barn Inn Powered by Whrrl As a foodie, I’ve frequently heard about the White Barn Inn in the same breath as the famous French Laundry, a Napa Valley restaurant that I had the privilege to visit back in 2003. Since the White Barn Inn is much closer to my Massachusetts home, I’ve always [...]

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Family Winter Vacation in Lake George, New York

January 23, 2011

More check-ins at Holiday Inn-Turf at Lake George Powered by Whrrl Last month, the Adirondack Regional Tourism Council invited my family to experience family winter activities in Lake George. We aren’t really a skiing/sledding type family, despite the fact that we live in New England, but it was something we were definitely interested in experiencing. Turns out, [...]

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We’re on Vacation! Check Out Our Lake George Family Vacation!

December 28, 2010

We’ll be back next week with brand-new reviews of some great products. In the meantime, check out pictures of our family vacation to Lake George. More check-ins at Holiday Inn-Turf at Lake George Powered by Whrrl

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Family-Friendly New England Road Trip: Freeport, Maine

November 6, 2010

Originally posted on Family-Friendly Boston… Want to get away for the weekend? Freeport, Maine, approximately two and a half hours from Boston, is a fabulous family-friendly road trip for a weekend away. The drive is relatively easy – just head north on 95 to 295, and you’re there. My family got the chance to test [...]

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Family Roadtripping to Vermont

August 17, 2010

A few weeks ago, my family had the opportunity to travel to Smugglers’ Notch, Vermont. We loaded up a borrowed Volkswagen Routan and headed to Smugglers’ Notch Resort. We were there for a total of 3 nights – arriving just before dinner on a Thursday night. On Friday, the kids were all signed up for [...]

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Road (and Boat) Tripping to Martha’s Vineyard

July 17, 2010

Last week, my husband and I had the opportunity to visit Martha’s Vineyard while celebrating our 10 year anniversary. Even though I was born in Massachusetts, grew up in Rhode Island, and now live in Massachusetts, I’d never actually been to Martha’s Vineyard. So, we were definitely there to explore the island. I wasn’t sure [...]

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Saving Money When Vacationing in Orlando

July 15, 2010

Vacationing in Orlando can be expensive, especially with theme park admissions, souvenirs, and other necessities. Walmart, which has five locations in the greater Orlando area, has low prices on a variety of items that you’ll definitely need while on vacation. Walmart is a great resource for discounted park and event tickets, including the first-ever Walmart [...]

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