Accomodations

Hotel review: Hyatt Regency Hotel, Cambridge MA

For our recent trip to MIT for the Spark program, we stayed at the Hyatt Regency, Cambridge, MA. With its distinctive flattened step pyramid shape, this hotel is a standout on the shores of the Charles River. Located just across a bridge from Boston University, the Hyatt Cambridge boasts stunning views of Boston’s skyline. Many [...]

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New York City with Kids: Fun and Educational Things To Do, Family-friendly Hotels and Restaurants, and More!

by Sandra Foyt

Even though I lived on the Upper West Side for ten years, it’s a whole new experience to return to the Big Apple with my children. New York City with kids is a world onto itself. Seen through the eyes of a child, Gotham is a magical place, full of wonder and joy. I have [...]

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Kids Healthy Recipe Contest

by Sandra Foyt

Calling all chefs! Destination Hotels & Resorts is sponsoring the 2nd Annual Kids Healthy Recipe Contest giving you a chance to not only win a vacation getaway, but also a classroom cooking lesson with one of Destination’s executive chefs. Destination Hotels & Resorts is committed to children’s nutrition and healthy dining options at their restaurants [...]

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Hilton Garden Inn Times Square: A Quiet Oasis in NYC

by Sandra Foyt

As much as I love the pulsating neon lights of New York City’s Times Square – even the noisy hustle and bustle – sometimes I want to be near the action – but not in it. That’s why I was delighted to discover the Hilton Garden Inn Times Square. Just a block from the theaters [...]

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Hotel Review: Marriott Courtyard In Ithaca, NY

by Sandra Foyt

I didn’t plan to spend much time at the hotel. When I won a two-night stay at a Courtyard Marriott anywhere in the continental US, my first thought was to go to Ithaca – of course. My daughter had Spring Break coming up, and this seemed like a good opportunity to get to know one [...]

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A Family Visit to Mark Twain’s Hometown in Hannibal, MO Is an Adventure of the Imagination

by Sandra Foyt

One of the best reasons for family travel is to broaden a child’s horizons. Combine travel with a good story, and amazing things happen. In the few weeks that my kids and I undertook the Read Across America Road Trip of 2009, my son developed several career ambitions: architect, geologist, paleontologist, and/or cowboy. To this [...]

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7 Essential Tips for Cruising with the Family

by Guest Post

Guest post by Kevin Weisner of CruiseDeals.com. Most people think of cruises as the quintessential couples’ vacation, but these all-in-one adventures can also be a natural fit for families as well. The key to finding the perfect family cruise to enjoy with your kids is deciding what you want out of your cruise experience, as there [...]

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Win an Orlando World Center Marriott Resort Stay, Disney World Park Hopper Passes and so much more!

by Sandra Foyt

Remember how I told you to save the date for the Holiday Fundraiser and Silent Auction to benefit Rensselaer Plateau Nordic (RPN) on Monday, December 5, 2011? Well, Dear Readers, it’s happening tonight – and it’s going to be AMAZING! And not just because I’ll be there! Families are welcome to complimentary hors d’oeuvres and [...]

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Slopeside Condo – From Bedroom Slippers to Ski Boots at Sunday River

by Sandra Foyt

A slopeside condo at Sunday River Ski Resort offers budget lodging with the perks of a luxurious splurge. To tell the truth, I’ve always envied those privileged folks with their slopeside condos. “How easy it must be to ski in and out of your home,” I thought while schlepping all our gear from a distant [...]

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Is There a Snoring Problem In Your Bedroom?

by Sandra Foyt

Do you or your spouse snore? As far as marital problems go, this one is a biggie. A major source of stress in many households, snoring often goes unaddressed because no one wants to admit that they snore. My husband and I have argued about this for years. He claims that my snoring shakes the [...]