A few years ago we ran a story on family travel to Washington, D.C. It was a comprehensive article by our editor, Marie Sherlock, including information about all the major family attractions. Still, after a recent visit to D.C. with my own family, I thought it might be time to offer some updated tips and information. After all, it is one of the most popular travel destinations for families in the country.
So after you read through Marie’s article (highly recommended if you’re planning a trip to D.C. with kids!), consider these additional D.C. family travel tidbits:
The Growing Smithsonian: Marie noted 14 Smithsonian museums, but today there are 19, including the National Zoo, More…
Category: Travel // Posted on July 14, 2010 // Leave a Comment
We’ve all heard about “Summer Learning Loss,” where kids educational development backslides during the long summer break. But according to a recent American Express Spending & Saving Tracker Survey, an overwhelming majority of parents with kids under 18 believe learning should continue throughout the summer, and most believe it’s a good idea to take an educational family vacation.
In fact, 45 percent of parents surveyed said their summer vacation plans for this year include an educational component, whether that’s exploring history and culture (30 percent), exploring wildlife while on vacation (27 percent), and/or traveling to a destination focused on culinary arts (8 percent). More…
Category: Education, Travel // Posted on July 12, 2010 // Leave a Comment
I love to travel, and this summer I’m finding myself extremely lucky in the travel department! In early June my son and I tagged along when my husband went to Washington, D.C., for a conference. This week said son and I are visiting my mom in southern California. And next month we’re heading off on a road trip around southern Oregon and northern California. Throw in a weekend camping trip or two and this summer is shaping up quite nicely indeed!
I’ve learned a lot about traveling with kids (OK, a kid) over the years, much of it through researching and reading articles about family travel right here in Metro Parent. Our June feature Hit the Road offers tips for Happy Family Car Trips, and a recent blog inspired dozens of reader comments offering more travel tips for parents. A few years ago, we ran an Ages & Stages article about traveling with kids and another More…
Category: Metro Parent, Travel // Posted on June 23, 2010 // Leave a Comment
Nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains with the wild Deschutes River rushing through, Sunriver Resort provides the perfect mix of natural northwest beauty and world-class resort luxury. Depending on the season, you can golf, swim, ski, kayak, fish, bike, rock climb … or just relax and read a good book! You’ll find plenty of options for family fun in addition to a wonderful spa, restaurants and more.
What more could you want from a family vacation?
Can you tell we love Sunriver? We do! And we want to share that love with one lucky family by giving away a fabulous Sunriver Getaway Package, including two nights in a Lodge Village Suite, bike rentals for four and golf for four at Caldera Links. ENTER HERE BY JUNE 30. More…
Category: Contests, Travel // Posted on June 16, 2010 // 1 Comment
My son’s summer break starts on Wednesday and I’ve got road trips on my brain! For one thing, our June issue features tips from road trip savvy parents and travel experts about how to make the most of family car trips – without relying on DVD players and electronic games. For another, my own family is planning a road trip around southern Oregon and northern California later this summer and I am chomping at the bit to hit the road!
That’s why this week we’re giving away a travel book to inspire you to hit the road … although this time it’s the road less traveled! More…
Category: Contests, Travel // Posted on June 14, 2010 // 6 Comments
A few weeks ago we asked our readers for their best travel-with-kids tips. The response was great, so we thought we’d share their (your) wisdom with the world.
For more tips specifically on making the most of road trips with kids – without relying on electronic entertainment! – check out Hit the Road! Secrets of Happy Car Trips with Kids in our June issue.
Here’s what our readers recommend:
Many of our readers suggest bringing along snacks, sunscreen, first aid kits, hand sanitizer and baby wipes, even if your kids are well beyond the diaper stage. Other “must bring” items include More…
Category: Travel // Posted on June 2, 2010 // 1 Comment
