When your pets are considered part of the family, it seems almost cruel to jet off on vacation without them. Luckily, petcations are becoming more and more popular. Here, we reveal the best hotels for pets in North America, no matter what type of vacation you seek. Best Hotel for Pets for a Golf Getaway […]
10 Reasons Embassy Suites Huntsville Makes the Perfect Launching Pad in Rocket City
June 29, 2017 40 Comments
Huntsville, Alabama earned its Rocket City nickname in the 1950s, when it became the rocket research and building hub for NASA. Today astronaut wannabes come to the city to attend Space Camp or at least tour the impressive U.S. Space & Rocket Center. Of course, there’s much more to do in Huntsville than learn about rocket science. […]
San Juan with Kids ~ What You Need to Know Before You Go
May 29, 2017 24 Comments
Your family vacation will be an epic adventure in exotic-feeling San Juan, Puerto Rico. Just a two-hour flight from the continental United States, it’s a U.S. territory so no passports are needed. A blend of Spanish, Indian, and African influences gives it international charm. Easterly trade winds provide a tropical, yet mild climate, with temperatures in the […]
Cornell Hotel de France ~ San Francisco with a French Accent
December 27, 2016 28 Comments
Savor a taste of la belle pays at Cornell Hotel de France in San Francisco and its on-site restaurant, Jeanne d’Arc. Located just a couple of blocks from Union Square, and easily within walking distance to San Francisco’s iconic Chinatown, the hotel is ideally situated to stay in European style while exploring the Golden City. A hotel for […]
Great Wolf Lodge Southern California Holiday Activities Year-Round
December 22, 2016 26 Comments
Great Wolf Lodge Southern California dazzles families with its indoor/outdoor waterpark, arcade, proximity to Disneyland, Magiquest electronic scavenger hunt, on-site bowling lanes, spa especially for kids and much more. Add holiday magic to the mix, and this hotel in Orange County becomes enchanting indeed. From Snowland during the winter holidays to Spring-A-Palooza in March and April, and Howl-O-Ween in […]
Considering Cabo? Here’s Why to Book Marina Fiesta Resort
November 14, 2016 45 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 and Spa review […]
5 Ways Disney’s Aulani Makes You Feel Like ‘Ohana
June 10, 2016 14 Comments
At Disney’s Aulani, families bask in an elusive blend of cultural enrichment, relaxation and all-out fun. As parents, we pride ourselves on doing a good job preparing our kids to leave the nest someday. But when they grow from sweet-cheeked babies to big kids and then pre-teens seemingly overnight, it can be hard to let them stretch their […]
How to Choose the Best Hotel for Your Family Vacation
November 10, 2015 16 Comments
Selecting the right hotel is one of the most important decisions to make when planning a vacation. Book wrong and you could wind up overspending, staying in a sketchy part of town, or feeling overtired and just plain blah throughout your hard-earned vacay. If you choose the best hotel for your family vacation, however, you’ll […]
Why Choose Embassy Suites Anaheim South for Your Disneyland Vacation
July 10, 2015 14 Comments
Hotel options abound near Disneyland. But how can you find the best hotel in Anaheim for your family? Our review shares 10 reasons to choose Embassy Suites Anaheim South for your Disneyland vacation. Find Disneyland Resort deals including ticket discounts and discounted hotel packages! 1. All Suites Before a full day romping through Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, […]
Tips for a Mother-Daughter New York City Getaway
February 4, 2015 Leave a Comment
Taking your child to the city that never sleeps can be a daunting task. For years I’d fantasized about taking my daughter to the Big Apple, but for one reason or another the timing wasn’t right. A few months ago the stars aligned and we cashed in our air miles to embark on an awesome mother-daughter […]
Where to Stay on Maui with Kids – Kaanapali Alii
January 22, 2014 10 Comments
So you’re trying to figure out where to stay on Maui with kids. You want a place that has lots of space to spread out, incredible views, pools for swimming, a beach for water activities, a fully equipped kitchen and a separate bedroom for privacy…is that asking too much? Kaanapali Alii in Lahaina doesn’t think […]
Sheraton Kauai Resort Review – Oh What a Beach!
June 13, 2013 6 Comments
Kauai may be an island surrounded by water with loads of beaches, but few Kauai hotels are located literally right on a fabulous beach. I define a fabulous beach as: uncrowded, litter-free powdery sand, clean water with decent but not pounding surf, good for swimming and snorkeling, with incredible sunsets. It’s a tall order. The Sheraton Kauai Resort is, and […]
Sheraton Waikiki – A Bustling Hotel in the Heart of Waikiki
May 17, 2013 4 Comments
Waikiki Beach in Honolulu feels like the epicenter of the Hawaiian hotel universe. There are so many hotels and resorts stretching along the length of Waikiki Beach, the choice of where to stay in Honolulu can be a dizzying one. If you’re looking for a central, reasonably priced resort on Oahu with lots of amenities […]
