Genius Things Not to Forget When Camping with Kids

Smiling kids outside a tent while camping.

Camping with little kids is one of those things that sounds wildly ambitious or wonderfully nostalgic, depending on how much sleep you got last night. But here’s the truth: camping with kids can be magical… as long as you pack for it like you’re preparing for a three-day music festival that also includes bedtime stories […]

The Northeast’s 17 Most Fun Places to Go in the Summer

Three people holding pineapples with sunglasses in front of the ocean, thinking of fun places to go in the summer.

By the middle of summer, most families hit the same point… The kids are bored with the usual routine, everyone’s hot, and suddenly you’re searching for “fun places to go in the summer” that are worth packing the car for. These are the kinds of places that turn a regular summer day into a core […]

Why Strasburg PA Is a Hidden Gem for Train-Loving Kids

Red Pennsylvania Railroad train inside Railroad Museum in Strasburg PA.

If your child can identify a steam engine before they can spell their name, then the Strasburg PA area should be on your radar. This tiny town in Lancaster County is a dream for train-loving kids… real locomotives, model train displays, meals in a train car, options to sleep in a caboose, and just enough […]

Your New York to Maine Road Trip: 25 Fun Family Stops

Person giving a thumbs-up out of a car window on a forested road.

Make the most of your New York to Maine road trip with stops that are quick, easy, and actually worth pulling over for. The Problem With Road Trips? It’s Not the Driving… It’s the Stops Driving to Maine is worth every mile. The lobster, the coastline, the way the air just smells different once you […]

The Best New Haven Hotels for Families Who Love Amenities

Young girl smiling in her dad’s arms with parents wearing hotel robes at one of the best New Haven hotels.

Let’s be real…New Haven isn’t exactly overflowing with family-friendly hotels. But don’t worry, we’ve found the best New Haven hotels that truly cater to families. Whether your family needs space to spread out, a kitchen to keep your snacks stocked, or a pool to burn off some energy, these New Haven hotels have the amenities […]

5 Easy, Affordable Family Vacation Ideas for Summer

Family kayaking on a lake during an affordable family vacation in the Northeast.

Think family vacations have to be expensive or exhausting? Not this time. We rounded up five of our favorite affordable family vacation ideas that are actually fun! No flights to book, no saving for months, and no need to stress-scroll through reviews at midnight. These trips are easy to pull off, packed with kid-approved stops, […]

The Coolest Factory Tours to Visit in the Northeast

Two women in lab coats celebrating inside a packaging warehouse.

There’s something satisfying about watching how things get made. This list is for families who want the fun kind of factory tours… One minute, you’re watching chips fly by on a conveyor belt, and the next, you’re choosing a name for a custom teddy bear to take home. These are the factory tours your kids […]

Weird Road Trip Stops Your Kids Will Talk About Later

Child’s hand touching dinosaur footprint at weird road trip stop.

Not every road trip stop needs to be life-changing, but it should be better than another gas station snack run… These weird road trip stops and roadside attractions are the kinds of places that break up long drives in the best possible way… giant ducks, mystery spots, giant candy counters, roadside oddities, and the kind […]

Headed to Maine in July for Camp Visiting Day? Read This!

Teen girls sitting in the grass playing cards in Maine in July.

You’re heading to Maine in July, not just for a vacation, but because your camper has been writing letters about bunkmates and bug bites, and it’s finally time for a visit. You’re probably headed to the Belgrade Lakes region—that cluster of quiet lake towns west of Augusta, where the roads are narrow, the views are […]

Where to Eat in New Haven CT That Isn’t a Total Gamble

Woman eating pizza outdoors, showing where to eat in New Haven CT.

New Haven, CT, is known for its great food—but it also comes with long waits, limited menus, and places where your kid’s only option is fries (not that I hate that). This guide to where to eat in New Haven CT, skips the gamble and goes straight to the wins. Finding family-friendly restaurants here can be […]

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