Category: Go
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Does Picaridin Repellent Really Keep The Bugs Away?
I enjoy hiking, and after spending much of late winter and early spring unable to enjoy this activity because of a leg injury, I am grateful to finally be able to get moving again. Of course, summer hiking comes with summer bugs. While, I am not a mosquito magnet, I…
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Yes, Big Kids Can Have Fun At LEGOLAND New York Resort
LEGOLAND NEW YORK Resort is a popular theme park located in Orange County, N.Y., about 90 minutes from New York City. The resort includes multiple-themed lands based off of popular LEGO franchises, including Ninjago, LEGO Pirates and LEGO City. Within these lands are various experiences from immersive dark rides to…
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Rain could not wash out our fun at Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Consistently named as one of the most beautiful theme parks in the world, Busch Gardens Williamsburg draws millions of visitors every year. Designed to feel like a condensed tour of Europe, the park features several lands that each pay homage to a unique country including England, France, Italy and Germany.…
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5 tips for a better family vacation
Memorial Day weekend is almost here, bringing the unofficial start of summer and the start of vacation season. With two children ages eight and ten, my husband and I have experienced many family vacations, and, over the years, I have picked up some helpful tips to make these trips more…
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Review: Sunnies brand sunglasses offer style and protection kids and parents will love
Though the school year has yet to end here in New York state, my kids are already in full on summer mode. They are ready for sun, sun, sun, and, did I mention? sun! The weather is warming up, which means lots more time spent outdoors enjoying those sunny days.…
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Learn all about being a surrogate from Dana of 39ish Life (VIDEO)
Surrogacy, or the process of carrying a child in the womb for someone else, is a fascinating and special service many parents rely on to build their families. And, while there is a lot of content from the perspective of parents who have used surrogate(s) to grow their family, we…
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VIDEO INTERVIEW: Camp expert on choosing the best overnight camp for your child
I sat down with Tom Rosenberg, President and CEO of American Camp Association, to talk about how families could choose the best overnight camps for their children. In our interview (posted below), we discuss taking the time to research the options available and consider what camps would appeal most to…
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Screen-free ways to spend a family road trip
As a parent, I tend to be more on the laxer side of the screen time debate. I know letting my kids have an extra 30 minutes on their devices can be just what I need to keep my sanity in check. However, when we travel, I prefer to limit…
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5 Ways to enjoy fall in the Western Hudson Valley
I have called the Hudson Valley my home for several years now, and I am finally getting around to sharing some of the incredible food, places, and culture this region has to over. The Hudson Valley is an area of New York State that stretches along the Hudson River. On…