Winter Driving Tips & a Chance to Win a $100 Gift Card with #Esurance
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Winter Driving Tips & a Chance to Win a $100 Gift Card with #Esurance

January 31, 2012 I may currently live in sunny southern California, but I’ve spent winters driving in the snow in Pennyslvania, New York, and Michigan when I used to travel for work. With icy conditions, flurries gusting against the window, and cars driving at a snail’s pace, it was definitely nerve-wracking at best. The SocialMoms…

Save Some Bucks at the Happiest Place on Earth: Disney World on a Dime
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Save Some Bucks at the Happiest Place on Earth: Disney World on a Dime

February 22, 2012 It’s the happiest place on Earth, but also tends to drain your wallet faster than you can say Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo. And yet a long-dreamed of Disney vacation is hard to beat: Where else can you flaunt a mouse-eared cap, set sail with pirates, check into a haunted mansion, and travel from China to…

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Love the Moment, Virginia Beach Vacation Planning #momslovevabeach

May 7, 2012 School is almost out and it’s time to start planning your summer vacation!  One great place to consider is Virginia Beach. With great local restaurants, mild temperatures, and plenty of activities to help you Love the Moment, Virginia Beach is the perfect summer vacation destination. In Virginia Beach, your ocean playground awaits:…

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State Parks Offer an Inexpensive Summer Camping Vacation

June 15, 2021 Is COVID or budgeting constraints putting a damper on family summer vacation plans? Do you wish you could find a fun travel destination for the entire family, at a reasonable cost? State parks offer fun activities for families and accommodations for every lifestyle, all at reasonable rates. Check out these summer camping…

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When in San Fran: Top Seven Activities To Do With Kids

June 27, 2012 San Francisco is an iconic American city, and one of the most popular U.S. tourist destinations. It’s the perfect city to visit if your family craves action, diversity, good food and fun. Here are the top seven to-dos when visiting San Fran with kids. Hike Over and Under the Golden Gate Bridge…

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Take an adventure this summer with Camp Omni & @OmniHotelsPR #OmniHotels

July 3, 2012 I don’t know about you, but a summer getaway is sounding pretty good right now. The kids have been out of school, are almost down with a week of camp, and I’m wondering how to occupy them. Adventure Awaits on Your Family Vacation! Camp Omni takes family vacations to a whole new level,…

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OnStar is Ideal For Summer Road Trips & Travel Safety #OnStarFMV

July 1, 2012 Are you heading out for a summer road trip or 4th of July celebration this summer? Know that you and your family are safe on the road, thanks to our friends at OnStar. They’re offering an amazing new savings for their OnStar FMV (For My Vehicle) mirror – available at a special…

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How to Save Money on Lodging During Your Family’s Summer Vacation

July 31, 2012 Summer is finally here and, with it, our thoughts turn to taking family vacations. However, vacations can get pretty costly: transportation, food and activities quickly eat away at our well-planned budgets. Even if the family vacation spot is not far away, there is still the issue of finding affordable lodging. Luckily, I…

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Mackinac Island: Island Idyll in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

August 31, 2012 Nestled between Michigan’s upper and lower peninsulas, surrounded by the crystal clear waters of Lake Huron, lies Mackinac Island, one of the prettiest and most charming islands in the U.S. Known for its breathtaking scenery, car-free streets, historic sights and fudge, Mackinac island is quite simply a little piece of paradise. Getting…

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Travel the Amish Backroads in Northern Indiana

September 19, 2012 Our family recently stepped out of our faced-paced city lives and into the leisurely back roads of Indiana’s Amish country, where the rolling hills, wooded trails and flowing rivers soothed our senses and took us back in time. Play We started our Amish journey in the charming village of Shipshewana, where we…

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Avoid Common Family Travel Disasters with Five Simple Tips

October 17, 2012 From missed flights to left behind kids, every traveling family worries about traveling disasters. Here are five of the most common travel mishaps, with solutions and ideas for avoiding them altogether. Disaster: Your kids suffers from motion sickness Solution: Don’t give up travel altogether if your child tends to suffer from motion…

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Grab Your Skis and Hit the Slopes This Holiday Season in Park City, Utah

November 14, 2012 With its powdery, fluffy white snow, world-class skiing and snowboarding, and top of the line resorts, Park City Utah is a dream destination for winter sport loving families – or even those wishing to hit the slopes and learn to ski for the very first time. This winter wonderland is also home…

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Escape to Warm Weather Resort Destinations with Your Family

December 12, 2012 For many parents, a family vacation with kids in tow might leave you less relaxed and more stressed out than ever. It’s difficult to relax poolside when you have a cranky toddler or a sullen teen to tend to. Thankfully, many resorts are stepping up and offering awesome children’s programs that guarantee…

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Staying Healthy During the Winter Travel Months

December 26, 2012 Traveling during the winter can be extremely hectic with weather delays, overbooked flights and cranky people who are just trying to get somewhere.  As if that isn’t bad enough, it also coincides with cold and flu season which can make those cramped conditions even more unbearable. There’s no way to guarantee you…

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Babymoons: Six Hotel Packages that Promise a Moment to Relax Before Baby Arrives

January 16, 2013 The due date is almost here, so it’s the perfect time for some last minute rest and relaxation  Many couples are choosing to unplug and reconnect with one another before their new baby arrives, and more hotels are now offering packages that cater to this concept of babymoons. “It was important to me…

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Valentine’s Day 2013: Plan a Last-Minute Weekend Getaway

January 30, 2013 It’s hard to believe that we are almost through the first month of this new year but February is fast approaching.  Are you ready for Valentine’s Day?  That’s right, February 14th is looming and, while you may have abandoned your resolution to be a size 2 by the romantic date, you still…

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4 Affordable Family Vacations at the U.S. National Parks

February 15, 2013 Looking for an affordable family vacation? Look no further than our stunning national parks, which give you and your kids the chance to explore majestic beauty while setting out on incredible outdoor adventures.  Perhaps best of all, with free fee days and excellent, free family programs, visiting a national park makes for…

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Spring in Montreal – Top 10 Don’t Miss Experiences for Families

March 13, 2013 Montreal is a blast in the winter, when snow blankets the city in splendor, but the springtime is when Quebec’s cultural capital truly blooms. Everywhere you go, you’ll see families – both native Montréaliens and out-of-towners – frolicking under the first rays of spring sunshine, enjoying urban sports, sidewalk cafes and parks. Here…

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Guide to Scuba Diving Certification for Tweens and Teens

April 20, 2017 If you want to experience a family Caribbean vacation like no other, or if you’re looking to explore the depths of seas or lakes closer to home, nothing beats scuba diving. Kids are quick learners and their natural curiosity makes them the best dive buddies around. Here’s our guide to scuba diving certification…

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Outdoor Adventures Await in San Antonio this Spring Break

April 4, 2017 San Antonio is a scenic, south-central Texas city with a rich colonial heritage, making it a must-visit for traveling families. While most visitors flock to the Alamo, the 18th-century Spanish mission that marks an infamous 1836 battle for Texan independence from Mexico, and the picturesque San Antonio River Walk, there are also many…