When I go on vacation, the food is a big part of my experience. I especially love eating food that is local to the area – things that I may not be able to get at home. When I vacation on Cape Cod, I love trying the local seafood. Although I live in Massachusetts, I’m …
New England
New England with kids
New England is filled with family-friendly destinations. Living west of Boston, we are so lucky to be able to visit New England destinations without too much hassle. From Maine to Connecticut, Rhode Island to New Hampshire, there's so much to see and do.
If you are a beach-lover, you'll want to check out the ponds, lakes, and ocean-front destinations throughout the region. You'll also find quaint towns, big cities, and so much more.
Planning a trip to New England with kids? You can easily visit several New England destinations in one trip. Everything is just a short drive away.
Below, you'll find all of our New England with kids posts, including hotel, attractions, and destination reviews.
Note that we've experienced some of the destinations/attractions below at no cost for purposes for review in the past.
I’ve spent 95% of my time living on the East Coast of the United States, and for the most part, I’ve loved it. We are lucky because there are so many great places for East Coast family vacations – many of which we can easily drive to. The East Coast offers many of the top …
While the state of Maine may seem like a long distance from Massachusetts, Kittery Maine is just a short drive from Boston. Located right over the New Hampshire border in Southern Maine, Kittery is a wonderful place to visit for delicious food, great outlet stores, and beautiful views. We try to visit at least once …
While Boston Massachusetts is generally a warmer month destination, it can be worth visiting Boston in the winter months. There are plenty of fun things to do in Boston in the winter – from indoor activities like sporting events and museums to outdoor activities like walking tours and sightseeing. When planning your Boston family winter …
When I was a college student on summer break at home in Rhode Island, I went to work every day in a beautiful Newport mansion. Working in the gift shop of a major tourist attraction certainly had its benefits, and I enjoyed that job. I was always astounded by the hundreds of guests who traveled, …
The Great Wolf Lodge New England officially opened on June 5th, 2014, and was the first location. Located at the former location of the Fitchburg, MA Coco Key resort, the Great Wolf Lodge New England is about an hour drive from my home west of Boston. The resort features most of the same fun activities …