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May 27 Twitter Party: Summer Travel Planning

Summertime's almost here – time to start planning your summer travels! We've taken the guesswork out of your planning by seeking out advice from top family travel writers from across...

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Thomas Jefferson advised the we should have a revolution every 20 years. He meant government, but the idea applies to anything: If we don’t continually rethink how we do what...

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Summer Vacation at the Boar's Head Inn in Charlottesville, Virginia

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Stress-Free Travel is Right Under Your Nose

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Summer Fun at Midwest Lake Resorts

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2013 Chevy Malibu LTZ Review: A Swanky Sedan for a Soccer Mom
Traveling Mom with Toddlers2013 Chevy Malibu LTZ Review: A Swanky Sedan for a Soccer Mom

Sure moms across the nation roam suburban streets in minivans and SUVs, picking up their kids from school and chauffeuring them to various activities and events. But I’m a soccer mom too dangit. Just because I drive a 4-door sedan, doesn’t mean I can’t have that title. Stereotype me! I deserve [ ... ]

Follow the Honey
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There’s a reason “Follow the Honey,” in Cambridge, Massachusetts is not just a simple honey store. For founder and owner, anning, traveling the world on her personal journey led her to open a shop filled with honey stories to tell, and products with a conscience.

In Search of Healing an [ ... ]

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Must we trade brunch dates and Bloody Mary’s for barely edible pancakes and sippy cups once we have kids? Hardly. Chicago restaurateurs, many of whom now claim the title of parents themselves, know how to host a good brunch which welcomes us and our progeny. Unlike some downtown areas which only  [ ... ]

8 Things to Do When Visiting Memphis, Tennessee
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For those living in the middle of Missouri, there are only a few options for hitting the "big city" -- St. Louis, Mo., or Memphis, Tenn. Last spring, my gal pal Jessie and I chose to visit Memphis for the first time. 

Our trip to Memphis might be one of the most unorganized trips I've ever take [ ... ]

Big Top Candy Shop in Austin, Texas
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I’m a sucker for an old-fashioned candy shop. I just love the candy-filled bins, the drugstore-feel complete with a bar and soda jerk…it makes everyone feel like a kid. With unique treats like Elvis Bark and chocolate-covered bacon, the Big Top Candy Shop in Austin, Texas is a fun treat for any  [ ... ]

A Close Encounter with Devil's Tower, WY
World TravelingMomA Close Encounter with Devil's Tower, WY

When planning out your summer road trip don't overlook Devil's Tower, Wyoming. It is one of my favorite side trips and possibly one of the most overlooked National Parks. 

The first time I drove through Wyoming was in the summer of 1981 on a road trip with my my Mom. Somehow, in a pre-Internet  [ ... ]

Summer Fun: Vegetarian Travel to NYC
Vegetarian TravelingMomSummer Fun: Vegetarian Travel to NYC

Vegetarian travel gets easier in the summer, when farmers markets and their bounteous produce draw tourists and local chefs. Summer is also know for outdoor eating, and New York City has one of the best (I’m slightly biased) eating extravagnzas, orgasburg. Actually, make that two. Smorgasburg ha [ ... ]

Virginia Beach Family Vacation

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virginiabeachsunriseMy family doesn't usually visit the beach for our family vacations.  We are often on the go, whether we are visiting theme parks or luxury resorts with fancy pools.  But, beach vacations are often some of the most budget friendly, because you don't need to spend a small fortune during the day to enjoy yourself.  Just pack some beach towels, sand toys, and sunscreen, and you are all set.

I recently had the opportunity to check out Virginia Beach, VA during a Virginia press trip, and I was so impressed with how family-friendly it is.  Most of the hotels on the boardwalk, including the one I stayed at (the Holiday Inn and Suites), are very reasonable and offer some wonderful family amenities, like a lazy river, kids' club, and waterslides.  In addition, guests can walk right over to the beach.

For those, like me, who grow bored with the beach quickly, there are lots of other things to do.  The Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center is one of the best aquariums that I've visited throughout America, and you can easily spend a day there.  There's also a fabulous, permanent farmer's market where you can get some wonderful local foods. 

If you are looking to take a little ride and see a quieter side of Virginia, the Eastern Shore offers a completely different environment, with Kiptopeke State Park and Eastern Shore of Virginia Refuge just a short drive over the amazing Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel.

Disclosure: I received complimentary lodging, meals, transportation and activities during this media trip.

Jodi Grundig, Finance Traveling Mom, regularly writes about her travels on Family Travel Magazine and Mom's Favorite Stuff.
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Jodi Grundig, our TravelingFinance Mom is a multitasking mommy - a part-time stay-at-home mom, a part-time director of finance, writer, blogger, editor, twitterer, and 2009 Walt Disney World Moms Panelist. Born in Massachusetts, she grew up in Rhode Island but now calls Boston home.

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