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Guide to Ellen's Stardust Diner and Junior's Cheesecake Times Square

04/02/2023 by Jodi Grundig Leave a Comment

New York City is home to countless restaurants, including many iconic and popular spots. Finding the best restaurants with kids in NYC can be a challenge - it's hard to know what is a tourist trap and what is a legitimate must-visit. On a recent family vacation to New York City, I asked for suggestions […]

12+ Things to do with Kids in Asheville North Carolina

03/27/2023 by Jodi Grundig

Over the past few years, I’ve been hearing so many great things about Asheville, NC. This hip, vibrant east coast city is often on the “best of” lists of places to visit in the US. It's definitely an up-and-coming city, with lots of new restaurants, breweries, shops, and other attractions. I have always enjoyed visiting […]

9+ Fun Things to Do In Rockport Massachusetts

03/24/2023 by Jodi Grundig 1 Comment

If you are looking for an easy and fun family road trip in the Boston area, definitely consider a drive to Rockport, Massachusetts. I'd lived in Massachusetts for over a decade before visiting this seaside town, but now we try to go at least once or twice a year. It's a great day trip option […]

How to Stop Mail for Vacation and Other Purposes

03/18/2023 by Jodi Grundig Leave a Comment

If you are traveling for any length of time, you'll need to prepare your home for your absence. One of the important things you'll need to do is to stop mail for vacation. Even if you aren't necessarily expecting anything, it's a good idea to do this for many reasons. You may get something in […]

How To Spend One Day in Boston: Itinerary for 24 Hour Visit

03/15/2023 by Jodi Grundig Leave a Comment

Are you visiting the historic city of Boston? While we recommend a visit of at least four days - more if you want to do day trips in the area, there is a way to maximize your time on a shorter visit. Perhaps you are visiting on a cruise stop, or are stopping by on […]

A Review of Disney's Pop Century Resort

03/14/2023 by Jodi Grundig Leave a Comment

I am often asked about the value resorts at Walt Disney World. They can be a great deal for families, because they offer the same on-property benefits as other Walt Disney World resorts, but are less expensive. One of my favorite value resorts is Pop Century - I've stayed there three times now and have […]