Visiting New York City for a short trip? If you are anything like me, you’ll probably spend most of your time exploring the city, and not much time in your room. In that case, you may consider staying in an affordable hotel with a great location but with smaller rooms – like the Yotel New …

While Boston isn’t necessarily thought of as a cruise ship destination, it is a popular port of call in the summer and fall months. Last week, Boston welcomed the largest ship to visit the Flynn Boston Cruiseport this year – the MSC Meraviglia. The ship, which originated in Brooklyn, visited Boston on the way to …

Mention Mystic Connecticut and most people will immediately think of Mystic Pizza, the 1988 film starring a relatively unknown Julia Roberts. But Mystic CT offers so many great things for families – it’s a perfect spot for a New England family road trip. From Boston, it was easy for us to visit for a two-night …

Throughout my 20s, I was more of a pool lover – choosing the hotel pool over the beach during almost every vacation. It wasn’t until I first visited the Caribbean that I fell in love with the beach. Since then, I’ve been to dozens of beaches around North America and Europe, and have loved every …

If you haven’t been to the SeaWorld Orlando theme park in a while, you’ll be surprised to see the number of SeaWorld Orlando Rides (including thrill rides) in addition to the animal exhibits and shows. Before my first visit, I always thought of SeaWorld as a place to see animals, not to experience rides. It …

Quebec City is one of the most fun cities to visit in North America. Its cobbled streets, charming sidewalk cafes, rich history, and numerous attractions make it feel more like Europe than Canada. But it’s much easier to access than Europe, and is even within driving distance for some families. When planning your Quebec City …