4th of July Family Fun in Atlantic City
The Jersey shore is NOT like MTV’s The Jersey Shore. As a Philly native, I grew up vacationing at family-friendly resorts in New Jersey like Cape May and Ocean City. When I was younger, Atlantic City and its smoke-filled casinos had a seedy reputation. It’s time to give Atlantic City a second look. Remember when Times Square in New York was sleazy, crime-ridden and full of prostitutes and porn shops? Times Square is now a model … Read entire article »
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Flying with Kids
I used to fly 100k+ miles a year pre-kids. I was a super efficient packer. I remember taking 10 day business trips with just a single carry-on bag. And I knew the system which enabled me to consistently score flight upgrades, book the cheapest seats and quickly navigate security. Flying with kids is so much harder, but it doesn’t have to be a terrible experience. I actually enjoyed my recent flight to Orlando with my kids! … Read entire article »
Discover Boating
Yachting may be an activity of wealthy celebs, but boating is a surprisingly affordable summer activity. Many resort areas offer affordable boat rentals by the hour or day. As a child, I remember learning how to sail a boat with my father. Sailing requires focus and teamwork– which makes it an ideal family bonding activity. While I enjoy the serenity of sailing on a sunny day, my husband (pictured here) prefers the speed and excitement of personal watercrafts and … Read entire article »
14 Things that Might Surprise You About the Disney Fantasy Cruise
Everyone’s favorite mouse invited us on a preview cruise aboard the Disney Fantasy Cruise Ship. Before our most recent two trips to Disney, my husband and I would not have pegged ourselves for the Disney demographic. Sure, we have three kids, five and under. Still, our pre-kid vacations were more focused on hiking through jungles, exploring historical ruins, and touring Gothic churches. So, could a Disney cruise deliver both for our kids and for us? Where the … Read entire article »
Go Anywhere with this Kids’ Travel Bed from Leaps and Bounds
As an only child, I grew up in a lovely home with two bedrooms. When we visit my parents with our mini tribe of three, there’s plenty of love…but a shortage of places to sleep. No problem! We brought along the Tuck-Me-In Travel Bed from Leaps and Bounds. We arrived late in the evening and were very pleased with how quickly the bed set-up. The bed comes with the pump and a travel tote so we had … Read entire article »
Moving Made Easy
It’s Time to Make Moves When my husband first announced that we were going to have to temporarily relocate for his job, my first reaction was panic. Raising a family in one house is work enough-straddling two houses in addition to renters, moving and avoiding as much disruption as possible for my children seemed almost impossible. After going through the basic steps (ie. talking to my children, making a rental listing for our house) I realized … Read entire article »
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M-Edge Leisure Jacket Review: Splashproof Kindle Case
I really love my Kindle but it’s not waterproof so I’ve been wary of taking it to the beach, pool, or bathtub – some of my favorite places to relax and read. Recently M-Edge sent me their Kindle Leisure Jacket: a padded case that completely encloses the Kindle while still allowing you to read and type through its clear vinyl screen. With this splashproof protection I’m much more comfortable taking out my Kindle … Read entire article »
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Best Products for Traveling with Baby
We’ve taken our kids to Lisbon (thanks, Voyage.Tv!), on a road trip to Mystic, on a cruise (thanks, Disney!), to Savannah, and in and out of Manhattan more times than I can count. Back in the B.C. (Before Children) Era, my husband and I loved traveling all over the globe. While we have scaled back out travels a bit, we still enjoy traveling with our kids. You can travel with a baby, toddler, or other young … Read entire article »
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Castaway Cay – Disney’s Own Private Island
As the snow piles up outside our home in the Northeast, memories of our Disney Dream cruise keep us warm. The ship itself is a work of art and we were also captivated by Castaway Cay, Disney’s own private island in the Bahamas. Being a few shades paler than white, my family and I aren’t really sunbathers. We love exploring the coast but lounging in a tropical paradise is not our usual vacation preference. And yet, we … Read entire article »
Aboard the Disney Dream Cruise Ship for the Christening Cruise
A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes – Stepping Aboard the Disney Dream From the moment we stepped aboard the Disney Dream, we entered a fairy tale world. A deck party welcomed guests on board with streamers for all the kids and energetic performances by our favorite Disney characters. There was a champagne toast and, this being Disney, they even thought of the children, the pregnant women, and the abstainers–trays were ready with sparkling cider … Read entire article »
