Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is one of our family's favorite--if not thefavorite--DisneyWorld resort. When readers ask me, "Why pay to stay at a DisneyWorld resort?" I always cite Disney's impeccible attention to detail, from the in-room touches to … [Read more...]
A stay in a KOA Kamping Kabin
February 24, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Full disclosure: I dislike purposeful misspellings (like 'k's replacing 'c's), and I haven't stayed in a KOA Kampground (there we go again) in a very long time. That said, when we needed a no-frills overnight accommodation en route to the Mt. Hood … [Read more...]
Winter backcountry skiing: a stay with Cascade Huts
February 22, 2012 By 3 Comments
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 with kids: programming for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers
February 17, 2012 By Leave a Comment
If you’re like a lot of families with very young kids (think pre-K), the prospect of a ski vacation is tempting, but overwhelming. Who wants to spend precious vacation dollars taking endless runs on the bunny hill with a toddler while your partner … [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: dining on and off the mountain
February 10, 2012 By 1 Comment
Let's face it: feeding a hungry family at a ski resort can be pricey! Northstar-at-Tahoe is no exception, but with a thriving village scene and the addition of a brand new mid-mountain lodge, guests have more choices than ever. And we all know that … [Read more...]
Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort: what you need to know for a great ski vacation
February 6, 2012 By 1 Comment
Between the expense, the equipment, and the logistics of getting everyone where they need to be (preferably with both gloves), skiing with kids can be daunting. California's Northstar-at-Tahoe makes it easier by continuing to be one of 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 2 Comments
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...]
