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Here you'll find Northeast family holiday ideas for Maryland, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Vermont, Rhode island, New Hampshire, and Maine.

NYC Military Hotel

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Doesn't it rock when you discover a new military benefit. I've known for several years that there is a military hotel somewhere in the vicinity of New York City. Until last month I had never seen it or stayed there. I was under the false impression that the military lodging was in a bad location. Now that I've been there I know better.

     NYC Military LodgeThe Soldiers, Sailors, Marines', Coast Guard, and Airmen's Club is located on Lexington Avenue between 36th and 37th street. Although the military hotel is not in the heart of the action, it is less then a $10 cab ride to all the major attractions. The military hotel is also close to several subway stations, including Grand Central Station.

     The accommodations are similar to most other military billeting. The rooms are basic and from what I saw all the beds are twin beds. None of the rooms have a private bath. Each floor has a set of bathrooms and showers, one for men and one for women. All the family rooms are on the 4th floor and there is no elevator. (I so enjoyed hauling the luggage up 4 floors along with 3 kids!)

     Rates to stay at the Soldiers, Sailors, Marines', Coast Guard, and Airmen's Club are based on rank and the number of beds you need. Our family room had six beds, but we only need four. My rate was $70 a night and the kids were $15 a night each. I thought $115 a night was a stellar rate for NYC with kids and they provide coffee and bagels every morning!
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14 Favorite Fall Getaways

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fall foliageIn a season book-ended by carefree summer fun and the busyness of the holidays, we love to get away for a few days to savor our kids, our closest friends and our mates. Here are 14 favorite fall getaways — with input from girlfriends at Family Travel Forum and Traveling Mom.

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The Museum of Natural History in NYC

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museum-naturalDo your kids love dinosaurs? If your kids are anything like mine when it comes to seeing dinosaurs, then you will want to make sure and take them to the Museum of Natural History the next time you are in New York City.
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New York Weekend Getaways: More Than the Big City

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lake-georgeI'll admit that when I hear the words "New York" I think of the 12-mile island where I have had many memories of dance clubs, theaters, great dining, and bright lights. I'm one of those people who don't really recognize all five boroughs as New York City. But this past weekend, "New York" took on a new meaning.  Upstate New York offers a beautiful destination to staycation and unwind for a weekend getaway.
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Camp Omni Family Fun in Philadelphia

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omni hotel independence parkPhiladelphia is an engaging and exciting destination for family travel with historic sites, engaging museums, and outdoor spaces. Just as important as the sites in the overall destination experience, is the place that a family calls "home" at the end of each long day of touring and exploring. Maybe it is just the Italian in me, but living well, with special touches and a bit of pampering is important to me when looking for a place to stay.
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Three Must See Sites for Kids in Philadelphia

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national-park-ranger-trading-cardsPhiladelphia is a historic city with sites, activities, and fun for all ages.  Visiting Philadelphia with kids is a great way to immerse children in the history of the United States with an expansive and interactive historic area as well as immersing them in scientific and cultural learning at the many museums.
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