If your kids have a visit to Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park on their wishlist for summer, we’ve got some great news! Disney Parks just announced a new way to save some money when visiting the parks this summer. The new 3-Day Disneyland ticket offer will bring the price as low as $50/day for kids ages 3-9. With child tickets typically running $98 and up per day, this is a significant savings. We’re also super excited about the flexibility offered by this deal, as you don’t have to use the 3-day ticket on consecutive days but can spread out your visit over the summer months. Plu ..read more

When I saw the news that Wildhaven was opening a new glamping spot in Mariposa near Yosemite, you can bet that I immediately set up a time to visit with my teens. The crew at Wildhaven has already established themselves as glamping pros with their highly successful Sonoma County property nestled in between vineyards in Healdsburg. That property is a favorite of ours as it has a prime location right along the Russian River and is just a short drive from the restaurants and shopping in downtown Healdsburg. I found that the new Wildhaven Yosemite property offered the same relaxed vibe parents are ..read more

Calling all lovers of Turning Red, Up, and Inside Out! Disneyland is putting its beloved Pixar friends front and center for the return of Pixar Fest, a celebration of the music, themes, and characters from its Pixar Animation Studios films. The Pixar-ification includes new food items, a reimagined fireworks display, a new parade, and a new immersive show that’ll have Disney toddlers freeze-dancing their wiggles away. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2024 Pixar Fest, which runs now through Aug. 4 at Disneyland and California Adventure: There’s a Reimagined Fireworks Show M ..read more

Tucked away in a lush landscape with beautiful flowers and tall palms that make you feel like you’re on a Caribbean getaway, The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando is in a world of its own. With 878 two- and three-bedroom vacation residences that are perfect for families, the property blends the comforts of home with the luxury of a full-service resort. All units are equipped with full kitchens, full-sized washers and dryers, multiple bathrooms, and screened balconies. We loved that we could make breakfast in the room and head out without waiting in the restaurant.  Whether you’re ..read more

Whether you are looking to check out the Guggenheim, see a show on Broadway, or take a walk through Central Park, a visit to New York City is something that all families should experience. When looking for a New York hotel for families, you’ll find that space is at a premium and most properties only offer small, cramped rooms that aren’t particularly suited for traveling with kids. A family suite is the only option when you need a spot for you to hang out while your toddler naps. We recently stayed at INNSiDE New York NoMad and their family suites are the perfect option for families visiting N ..read more

For SoCal adrenaline junkies, Knott’s Berry Farm has always been more of a day trip than an overnight staycation. But that might change now that the theme park’s adjacent hotel has spruced itself up with a multimillion-dollar renovation that has given a whole new look to the nearly 50-year-old hotel. Once a blocky afterthought to the 57-acre theme park, the Knott’s Berry Farm hotel hasn’t always had the cache (or the exorbitant price tag) of, say, a Disney brand hotel, despite being steps from Knott’s most beloved attractions (open a window and you’ll hear the screams of Ghostrider’s victims ..read more

If you haven’t gotten your family into glamping yet, what are you waiting for? It’s the perfect way to get out of the city and into nature without having to set up a tent. We had the opportunity to visit Huttopia’s newest outpost in Lake County’s wine country and its location combines beautiful, rolling hills with the Six Sigma Ranch vineyards just around the corner. Families will love the focus on communal gathering spaces, delicious food, activities for kids, and even a swimming pool to take a dip in during the hot summer months. And just wait until you see how decked-out the glamping tents ..read more

If you like to ski or want to learn how, Keystone, Colorado is a great family destination nearly all year round. The resort typically opens in November and will close no earlier than March 31 so you have extra time to get in those ski days. Denver is only a two-hour flight from Chicago or LA, and then just under a two-hour drive to the mountain. Epic Mountain Express is an excellent door-to-door transportation option versus a car rental. Keystone Resort is the largest ski area in Summit County, Colorado. It occupies more than 3,000 acres of skiable terrain across three peaks and ..read more

It’s likely that the extent of your knowledge about the small Caribbean island of St. Barthelemy (or St. Barths/St. Barts, for short) is that it is frequently visited by celebrities and involves a flight from St. Martin that culminates in a dramatic runway landing. Turns out, you’ll also find families flocking to this island full of secluded beaches, high-end shopping, and some of the best seafood you’ve ever tasted. We visited the Hôtel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf in St. Barths and found it to be the perfect Caribbean home-away-from-home for families. Hôtel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf Hôtel Barrière ..read more

One thing I’ve learned as a parent is that getting through all the tantrums, the endless chauffeuring, and the rejected dinners is so much easier with a trip on the horizon to look forward to—even if it’s months down the road. If you’re thinking about your next adventure (spring break is just around the corner), might we put Puerto Vallarta on your radar, if it isn’t already? I recently flew down to Mexico’s Pacific coast for the first time and, from the beautiful beaches and lush mountains to adventure sports and incredible food, it’s fair to say that I’m hooked. The only issue is that I can ..read more