Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
Situated on the southernmost point of the continental United States, Key West has extravagant resorts as well as inexpensive B & B’s on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. A popular island city and port stop in Florida, Key West offers visitors plen…
Author: Judy Antell
How to Avoid Disaster When You Take Someone Else’s Kid on Your Family Vacation
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
You’ve rented the perfect beach house. Your good friends will be down the block, and your son has a friend lined up. But your daughter, who isn’t great at making friends, needs a buddy. So you invite one of her friends to join your family vacation. Thi…
25 Fun and FREE Things to Do in Lexington KY
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
Nicknamed both the Thoroughbred City and the Horse Capital of the World, Lexington, Kentucky, is best known for its horse racing and nearby bourbon distilleries. Family vacationers can find other fun things to do, many of them FREE. Fun Free Things to …
A Sure Bet: Free Family Fun in Atlantic City, NJ
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
Think of Atlantic City and you may picture casinos and slot machines. But this historic Jersey shore town offers year-round fun things to do and many of them are FREE! Since my sister lives near Philadelphia and I live in New York City, we try to find …
Beyond Cheese Curds: 6 Kid-Friendly Door County Restaurants
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
Door County restaurants have plenty of family appeal: cheese, cherry pie and simply prepared food. Foodie adults can dine well too, especially if they want to try lots of beer and cherry infused spirits. The writer was hosted for this trip. If local in…
9 Best Things to Do in Door County in the Winter
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
Door County, Wisconsin, has a well established summer community. But did you know it is also a winter wonderland? Read on for things to do in Door County in the winter. Just remember to pack your warmest winter gear. The writer was hosted for this trip…
Why Snowshoeing Rocks as a Winter Sport
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
When most people think about winter sports, skiing and snowboarding likely come to mind. But this TravelingMom argues that snowshoeing deserves special recognition. This scenic, easy-to-do winter activity can be fantastic fun and has many benefits. Plu…
Tips for Taking Your Dog to a Hotel
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
Just as kids need to be prepped before their first visit to a hotel, staying with your dogs in a hotel or bringing your pet on a trip requires preparation and extra precautions. But it’s worth it! Read our tips on taking your furry family members to a …
Outdoor Museums that Make Learning Fun
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
Outdoor socializing has become the new norm around the country and as Covid-19 overstays its ‘welcome’ families and friends look for new ways to get together safely. Outdoor museums, sculpture gardens and botanical gardens are fun for all and mos…
American Dream New Jersey: Utopia for Families
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
Can’t decide whether to hurtle through an amusement park, splash through water slide, speed down a ski slope, or glide over ice? American Dream New Jersey, has all this and more. New Yorkers know that New Jersey is not in New York, But visitors to the …
20 Fun Ways to Spend Time Outdoors in NYC All Year Long
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
Travelers to NYC usually seek indoor recreation, but with Covid-19, outdoor tourism has seen a big boost. You can spend most of your time touring outdoors in NYC, popping into museums (with their enhanced filtration system sand social distancing rules)…
Cleveland Hiking and Other Fun Things to Do Outdoors
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
With many families stuck at home, the idea of a family getaway – ANYWHERE – sounds more and more appealing. Cleveland is easily reachable from the Northeast and Midwest. It is about five hours from Chicago and three hours from Buffalo. With…
Hiking Near NYC: Nature Fun with Family and Friends
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
Visitors to New York City – and even residents – sometimes make the mistake of never leaving the city. But one of the beauties, and curses, of NYC, is how close it is to so much more. Upstate New York and parts of New Jersey are just an hou…
NYC Road Trip to the Idyllic 1000 Islands with Kids
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
A road trip from New York City to the 1000 islands is like traveling to another world — from the hustle of the city to the idyllic beauty of the 1000 Islands region of northern New York State. It’s a six-hour drive, but this TravelingMom re…
Yes! You Can Go Camping Near NYC!
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
When someone mentions camping and living in the great outdoors, your mind obviously jumps straight to New York City. OK, so probably not. But it is a possibility. Yes, you really can go camping near NYC. Whether you’re a city-dweller looking for …
Fun Free Things to do in Pensacola, Florida with Kids
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
From toes in the sand to Angels in the sky, there are a variety of free things to do in Pensacola. The Pensacola Bay Area, consisting of Pensacola, Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key, offers miles of free beaches along Florida’s Gulf Coast. Pensacola Bay …
Free Things to See and Do in the Daytona Beach Area
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
Spring Break, Nascar and the Richard Petty Driving Experience have put Daytona Beach on the map. But there is more to the Central Florida Beach resort area, including these family-friendly free things to do in Daytona Beach. In the 20’s – t…
Best Day Trips from Washington DC
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
In the Covid-19 pandemic, people had to change travel plans last minute. Even in ‘normal’ times, other issues arise and you might need to totally rearrange your itinerary. But there are so many things to do in DC that the trip can still be …
Fun and Free Things to Do in Grapevine, Texas with Kids
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
Grapevine, Texas about 20 miles from both Dallas and Fort Worth, shines in summer. Despite hot and humid weather, outdoor activities abound. And many of the things to do in Grapevine are free. Though its nickname is “Christmas Capital of Texas,&#…
Meet Me in St. Louis – and Eat at These Family Friendly Restaurants
Written by Judy Antell @ Traveling Mom
Like many Midwestern cities, St. Louis’ revitalization has led to an explosion in restaurants. From BBQ joints to vegan cafes, food trucks to fine dining, the St. Louis culinary scene appeals to a broad range of palates. You need a car or a ride …