The best pool floats are playful but not flimsy. Whether you plan to spend time floating in your backyard swimming pool, at your vacation rental home, or in a fabulous hotel pool, you’ll want to do so atop one of these whimsical babies. Here are our picks for best pool floats to make a splash on vacation or […]
11 Brilliant Tips to Save Money on Family Vacation this Summer
August 15, 2017 29 Comments
This post was written by me through an activation with HireInfluence on behalf of Howard Johnson Hotels. Although I received compensation for participating in the campaign, all thoughts and opinions are mine. Summer is vacation time! The kids are out of school, the days are longer, and the summer sun beckons you to get away […]
Hotel Spa Pools that Will Make You Swoon
May 9, 2017 39 Comments
Hotel pools with slides, waterfalls and cabanas are divine. But the best luxury hotel spas take swimming pools to a whole new and decadent level. A day of pampering followed by time relaxing in a dreamy hotel spa pool can elevate your vacation from good to great. Selected by top travel bloggers, these six hotel spa pools will inspire you to book a spa […]
Considering Cabo? Here’s Why to Book Marina Fiesta Resort
November 14, 2016 41 Comments
Family-friendly resorts abound in Cabo San Lucas in Baja California, Mexico. Marina Fiesta Resort, though, boasts the best location by far. It’s located smack in the middle of the popular Golden Zone at the Marina, and ten minutes by foot from Medano Beach. But that’s not all. Read my Marina Fiesta Resort review to decide […]
Residence Inn Maui ~ A New Hotel for Families on the Valley Isle
October 18, 2016 31 Comments
Residence Inn Maui is the new keiki on the block in paradise. The all-suites Marriott brand kicked off its recent grand opening with a traditional Hawaiian conch shell call and luau. The initial party may be over but the fun lives on at Residence Inn Maui. There’s much for families to love at this new hotel in Wailea. […]
10 Reasons Kids and Adults Love Nickelodeon Hotel Punta Cana
September 6, 2016 39 Comments
On vacation kids just wanna have fun. Meanwhile parents want to unwind and be pampered. It can be difficult to find that balance between action and relaxation while traveling. With the opening of the Nickelodeon Hotel Punta Cana, young Nickelodeon fans and luxe-loving parents can enjoy a Caribbean beach vacation together. Expect non-stop entertainment, five-star culinary experiences, water park play, and time […]
10 Best Hotel Pools for Kids in the USA
August 29, 2016 62 Comments
To compile this list of 10 best hotel pools for kids in the USA, I went to the experts. I asked some of the most popular family travel bloggers to share their favorite family-friendly hotel pools from their travels. As a hotel pool enthusiast, of course I included a couple of my picks too. Let’s dive in […]
10 Best Embassy Suites Pools
September 14, 2015 15 Comments
I am a fanatic of great hotel pools and I adore the perks and extra space offered by Embassy Suites. It just makes sense to combine these two loves when looking for a fabulous hotel. If you’re looking for an Embassy Suites property with a pool the whole family will love, check out my picks for the 10 […]
Sheraton Maui – A Wonderful Place for Families to Laze in Paradise
February 6, 2015 10 Comments
The best thing about the Sheraton Maui is its meandering, waterfall-bedecked lazy river. But the laziest of rivers is just one reason to book a stay at this hotel. The 508-room resort has an open, expansive feel with plenty of grassy spaces dotted with tall palm trees. It’s located on 23 oceanfront acres in Kaanapali, which […]
Why Visit Borrego Springs with Kids
November 26, 2014 8 Comments
Have you heard of Borrego Springs, California? It’s this funky area inhabited by about 3,500 residents in the middle of the desert. Although located within San Diego County, you’ll feel worlds away from the beachy vibe of SoCal in this desert village. Here are four reasons to visit Borrego Springs with kids. 1. Anza-Borrego State […]
Hawaii Island’s Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel with Kids
September 5, 2014 2 Comments
Hawaii Island is a haven for families keen kick back and relax. Sure, the Big Island also offers awesome eco-adventures. Our family, however, was decidedly in the kick back camp, which is why were thrilled to jet off to the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel. Location, Location, Location! Situated on 32 oceanfront acres overlooking the silky white […]
5 Incredible Preferred Family Hotel Pools
May 30, 2014 2 Comments
If you’ve ever met me or if you’ve been reading Travel Mamas for a while, you probably know there are two things I love almost as much as my family and travel: Oprah and hotel pools. Give me an “O” Magazine to read poolside and I’m really in heaven! When Preferred Family asked me to write […]
10 Best Indoor Hotel Pools for Kids
March 31, 2014 7 Comments
Especially when the weather is frightful, an indoor hotel pool provides a fabulous retreat from rain, wind, snow and cold. It doesn’t have to be winter, however, to enjoy these spectacular indoor watery havens. Grab your bathing suit and dive in to this list of the best indoor hotel pools for kids. Best Indoor Lazy […]
