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Summer Camp for the Entire Family

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Lesley | 3 Comments

Located in Orlando, Florida, Marriott’s Harbour Lake is surrounded by the magic and thrill of one of the world’s favorite family vacation destinations, but with hourly activities, pools, board games, mini golf, water fun zones, and sports who wants to leave the property? I’ve gone to theme parks and left frustrated, tired, and stressed and that’s not to mention the…

Haunted Palm Beach; unveiling the secrets

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Philip Johnsey | 0 Comments

It was shaping up to be a dark and stormy night….really it was; the wind was carrying the dark clouds straight for us. Perfect weather for a ghost tour!!! If you’ve never done a ghost tour, they are a great way to learn the history of an area. I’ve done them in Savannah, St. Augustine, San Francisco, and they’re always…

A Bonding Experience – Dolphin Quest

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Lesley | 0 Comments

Family vacations are about bonding experiences and the more interactive the experience, the more likely a family is to bond. At Hilton Waikoloa Village, Dolphin Quest is the perfect opportunity to get up close and personal with dolphins while bonding with your family. Today, Darren and I explored the world of dolphins; and in doing so, we connected more with…

Crater Lake National Park

Posted on September 26, 2013 by Jen Curley | 2 Comments

Located in Southern Oregon, Crater Lake National Park is home to the deepest lake in the United States and the ninth deepest lake in the world. We visited Crater Lake in September as part of a ten day trip to Oregon and Northern CA, and we were blessed with perfect weather. We were prepared for very cold temperatures and even dragged…

A 7000-Acre Playground for All Ages

Posted on September 22, 2013 by Lesley | 0 Comments

Families can come together to experience endless activities and sporting adventures at Casa de Campo, Dominican Republic. From horseback riding along the Chavon River, polo lessons at the Equestrian and Polo Club, catamaran sailing at the Marina, and shooting at the Safari Club, Casa de Campo activities read like a life’s bucket list rather than resort options. Additionally, families can enjoy more…

Banff & Jasper National Parks, Canadian Rockies

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Jen Curley | 7 Comments

I think it’s good for the soul to spend time walking in the woods and this trip proved it to me. Even though we only visited Banff and Jasper for six nights, we came back feeling completely relaxed and less stressed and more connected as a family. Our vacation involved doing a lot of short hikes since we were traveling…

Where the Wild Things Are: Sanibel Island, Florida

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Jen Curley | 2 Comments

Featured Writer: Travels With Curley We just returned from a family trip to Sanibel Island, Florida and were completely charmed by the small town feel and natural beauty of this 16-mile long island on the Gulf coast. We were only there for a long weekend, but would love to return again for a longer trip. There is a lot to…

Family Adventure at Letchworth State Park

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Jen Curley | 1 Comments

Featured Writer: Travels with Curley Known as the “Grand Canyon of the East,” we had very high hopes for our visit to Letchworth State Park in Upstate NY over Labor Day Weekend. Jennifer and I have both visited the Grand Canyon in Arizona, but separately, and had very different experiences. Jennifer did it right: she and a couple of friends…

Calm Enough for Her; Active Enough for Me

Posted on August 9, 2013 by Lesley | 0 Comments

Finding family-friendly destinations that offer something for everyone is difficult. Someone always has to compromise. But at Bennett Lake in Fundy National Park, New Brunswick, there is something for everyone. Kayaking, canoeing and paddle boating, hiking trails, swimming, and barbecuing are part of the experience at Bennett Lake. My in-laws, Darren, Athena, and I all found something fun to do…

An East Coaster’s Feast

Posted on August 9, 2013 by Lesley | 0 Comments

Situated in the center of the city, Centennial Park in Moncton, New Brunswick is a 230 acre playground for all ages. We took advantage of one of the free, sheltered picnic areas for a family reunion this evening and we couldn’t have found a better spot. At covered picnic tables, surrounded by an umbrella of trees, we enjoyed a local dream-come-true…