Vermont: Smugglers' Notch, Smuggs Resort – Skiing, Boarding, and Winter Family Fun.

Monday, November 16, 2009

Why not vacation with the best? For the 10th consecutive year SKI Magazine's readers have chosen Smugglers’ as #1 in North America for family programs. Not surprising because not only do they relate to what parent’s need and kids want but each season they manage to add a few extra benefits for more fun. [Read More]

Hawaii: Maui, Spa Grande at Grand Wailea Offers a Spa Experience for the Whole Family.

Monday, November 16, 2009

Indulge your keiki (children) with a Wave Massage, Chocolate-Coconut Scrub or Honey Sugar Manicure. Spa Grande at Grand Wailea, named one of the “Top 15 Resort Spas in North America & Caribbean” by Conde Nast Traveler, offers complete spa menus for children six to 12 and teens 13 and older. [Read More]

Ohio: Mason, Celebrate the Holidays at the Beach.

Sunday, November 08, 2009

The Beach Warterpark, perfect on a hot summer day, also has a high-energy winter personality which makes it an ideal escape for families. From old-fashioned carriage ride and reindeer at Santa's Village to live bands, carolers and a production by Madcap Puppet Theater, the activities are tempting. See the Polar Express miniature train display; toboggan down Cool Runnings slide; take an Arctic paddleboat cruise. [Read More]

World: Green Spots, Earth Friendly, Family Friendly Vacations.

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Our list of earth friendly family vacation ideas includes the Caribbean, Costa Rica, Galapagos, Montana and Peru. Each resort or tour offers unique services and experiences ideal for sharing with your children. Experience a connection with nature; engage in local customs; walk in the rain forest; hike to a geyser; swim with sea turtles; float down a river. [Read More]

Tours: Away for the Holidays – Take an Escorted Tour and Have a Family Adventure.

Wednesday, November 04, 2009

One of the easiest ways to escape the madness of the holidays is to latch on to a family tour. The family adventures described below are all available during the Christmas or winter school break. I have highlighted a few unique memory making itineraries. Follow the links included to several more. Think of the following short descriptions as gift wrapping for a family adventure. The ideas described themselves read like a special present just waiting to be unwrapped. [Read More]

Advice: Family Snow Fun 101 – Maple Sugar Sticks, Snow Angels, and Elf Tracks.

Monday, November 16, 2009

Bundle up and get outside with your kids and recreate winter with fun in mind. From making snow angels (my personal favorite) to snow forts, snow hikes, and snowman making, fun is waiting and there are memories to be shared and family traditions established. Snow makes cheap, easy fun. [Read More]

Advice: Tips on Choosing Winter Resort Child Care.

Friday, October 23, 2009

Parents, rest assured: a couple who skis does not have to curtail their outings once a baby comes along. The top ski resorts for families have a full complement of possibilities for child care, including nurseries, day time and evening babysitters, and programs for young children. [Read More]