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"Sandy, the aurora's rising behind us, the pier lights our carnival life on the water." ----Bruce Springsteen, Fourth of July, Asbury Park (Sandy) For years, we’ve been hearing the news: Asbury...

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Best Advice for Planning Your Summer Vacation

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Natural Disaster Preparation for Travelers

When we travel thoughts of disasters are far from our mind. But with the news of natural disasters, especially numerous tornadoes in Oklahoma and the Midwest -- as well as...

June 24 Twitter Party: Happy Healthy Travel for Kids

How do you keep the kids -- and yourself -- healthy and happy when traveling? Do you look for hotels that provide special activities that keep your kids active and...

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Stardust Memories: The Lights of Broadway
Discovery TravelingmomStardust Memories: The Lights of Broadway

Billing itself as “The Best Free Show on Broadway,” n’s Stardust Dineras been open since the 80’s, but it’s décor, memorabilia and food will take you back to the 50’s. However, what are you really going to see at this popular tourist destination in the heart of Times Square?  [ ... ]

Caesers Atlantic City Girlfriend Getaway
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Relax at the Qua Bath and Spa, play the slots and dress to the nines to party at the Pool After Dark. This is just part of a Caesers Atlantic City girlfriend getaway. Located on the Boardwalk and the Atlantic Ocean, Caesers offers entertainment and fabulous dining.

Reserve a room, depending on the [ ... ]

Where to Stay on Oahu with Kids
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Cozy is the word my son used to describe our room at the Hilton Hawaiian Village.  Not the first word that usually comes to mind when you describe a 22-acre property with 3,500 rooms.  It’s a testament to Hilton’s commitment to creating a family friendly environment at their enormous p [ ... ]

Behind the Disney Magic
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Disney makes the magic look easy, but there is a lot that goes on behind the scenes. I am always inspired by the team of people who create the masterful new Disney experiences.  One of the pleasures of my job is getting to spend time talking with and learning from these incredibly creative [ ... ]

Where to Surf in Arizona
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Who says you can’t surf in the desert? The Kierland FlowRider opened last year at the Westin Kierland Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona. It’s the first of its kind in Arizona and one of the main reasons why I think the Westin Kierland rocks for kids and anyone else that loves to have fun. Kierl [ ... ]

Looking for Kings in Paris
Abroad TravelingMomLooking for Kings in Paris

Context Travel is a Rome-based tour company that offers educational walking tours for a number of European destinations. What makes Context Travel unique is its intellectual and educational focus, with experts from a variety of disciplines, including literature, history and art, leading the tours an [ ... ]

Disney - Tugging on my Heartstrings
Traveling Mom with ToddlersDisney - Tugging on my Heartstrings

Most of us have a memory of getting lost as a young child. I remember the first time I couldn’t find my parents.  I was probably about six years old and I was playing in the Barbie section at K-Mart. My Mom kept telling me it was time to go but obviously, as a five-year-old child, I was too b [ ... ]

Tips for Enjoying a Staycation

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Staycation

A staycation doesn’t have to be a punishment.  Staying close to home can be a great time to discover hidden gems in your neighborhood, take a vacation from your normal routine and to bond as a family.  Here are a few tips to make the most of your next family staycation.
 

Don’t over schedule

There is a tendency to try to do and see as much as possible while on vacation, so make a conscious effort not to over schedule our staycation. Instead, balance a few outings with a couple of days when you stay in your pajamas watching movies and playing games all day.

Keep outings close to home

Anything further than a 45-minute drive or 30-minute train ride is too far and unnecessary. There are undoubtedly an infinite number of things to do and see that you haven’t done before within this 25-mile radius.

Get out of a rut

Pass by the place you’ve gone to for brunch every Sunday for the past 15 years and try something different. You are on staycation after all.

Be a tourist

Go to the places people come to your town to see. Discover what’s good in your hood and get a new appreciation for where you live.


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Monique is a native Californian who has spent the last decade living in Europe and using it as a launchpad to travel the globe. She is the mother of two who also love to travel, but often base their opinions of a destination on the quality of the kids programming on the hotel television.

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