When people think of the Adirondacks, they envision mountains of green and mirror-like lakes, and when they do, they are absolutely right. The Adirondacks, located…

If history elicits a "whatever" eye roll from your kids, it's time to toss those dry textbooks, grab the family and travel east, young parent.…

Did you know Annapolis, Maryland is The Sailing Capital of the U.S.? The charming town, located on the Western Shore of the Chesapeake Bay, is…

Planning a visit to Washington, D.C. with the kids? It’s inevitable that at some point, you’ll end up in Arlington, Virginia across the Potomac River,…

This seaside town, situated along the Jersey Shore, has become one of the most sought-after beach destinations in recent years. From the boardwalk lined with…

No family guide to the Jersey Shore is complete without mentioning Atlantic City. And while most would agree it's not the family destination it was…

Baltimore has a storied place in our nation's history: It was during the War of 1812 where Francis Scott Key was inspired to write the…

Considered one of the smaller and more quiet of the Delaware beach towns, Bethany Beach may also be one of the prettiest. Downtown Bethany greets…

Brooklyn is a city within a city -- and one that shouldn't be missed if you're planning to visit The Big Apple. Highlights for families,…

“The Sound of Music.” “Oklahoma!” “The King and I." What do all of these classic musicals have in common? They were written by Oscar Hammerstein,…

Consistently rated one of the most beautiful theme parks in the country, this Busch Gardens is not too overwhelming and can be easily enjoyed in…

Cape May's rich and storied history, beautiful Victorian mansions (many of which are now bed-and-breakfasts) and adorable town center with shops and restaurants make it…

Many people view the Catskills as a dismal and depressed area, with a lagging economy to blame. We, on the other hand, think the region…

When most people talk about the area surrounding the Chesapeake Bay in Maryland, they're referring to Talbot County, located on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Talbot County…

Chincoteague Island (pronunciation here) in Virginia is not your average shore or beach town; there aren’t any high-rise resorts, nor is there a boardwalk filled…

Mulling over a trip to Colonial Williamsburg? For those ready to experience this amazing living history museum where our country took root, the questions pile…

Southern Delaware features five beautiful beach towns, each unique into itself. Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, Bethany Beach and Fenwick Island are filled with wide,…

Dewey Beach in Delaware is widely known as a social scene for young adults, who descend upon the beach town in the summer and on…

The barrier island of Fenwick sits on the border of Delaware and Maryland, and is situated between Ocean City, Maryland and Bethany Beach, Delaware. This…

The perfectly picturesque Finger Lakes -- 11 elegant bodies of water cut into the center of New York State thousands of years ago by glaciers…

"Four score and seven years ago, our fathers brought forth, upon this continent, a new nation, conceived in liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that…

While Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, New Jersey, may not be the original Six Flags theme park -- that distinction belongs to Six Flags…

The Hamptons aren't just for the rich and famous. The area welcomes all families with soft-sand beaches, historical attractions, children's museums and beautiful scenery (which…

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, is essentially the gateway to Hershey -- "The Sweetest Place on Earth" -- about 15 minutes away. Many families stay at hotels in…

Pennsylvania offers several well-known theme parks, including Sesame Place, Dutch Wonderland, Dorney Park and Knoebels. Our favorite one, however, might just be Hersheypark, situated near…

Stretching north of Manhattan 150 miles along the Hudson River, the Hudson River Valley is an area rich in history. This is the home of…

"Ithaca Is Gorges." You've heard the saying time and again, but allow us to confirm: it's true. Ithaca is a beautiful vacation destination in Central…

Jersey gets a bad rap. People who have never visited the Garden State tend to conjure images of Tony Soprano, Atlantic City casinos, or the…

There’s a lot to do in and around Lake George, New York that has nothing to do with crowded theme parks, overpriced entertainment, and pretentious…

Considering a trip to the Pocono Mountains but not sure where to go? Try Lake Harmony, popular for two ski resorts in one (Jack Frost…

Lake Placid, New York, is the most popular destination to visit in the Adirondacks—especially since the Winter Olympics have been hosted here twice—first in 1932…

Lancaster, Pa., otherwise known as Amish Country, offers a plethora of cultural activities for tourists -- particularly families -- who travel there to experience the…

You'll find a little bit of everything in Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley, located between Philadelphia and the Poconos. There's Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom, an amusement…

Lewes, Delaware, is a town full of history that happens to also have beautiful beaches. It’s the first town in the first state and has…

Hurricane Sandy devastated much of Long Beach Island -- better known as "LBI" -- in 2013, but the island has since made an outstanding comeback.…

For many, the idea of vacationing on Long Island instantly brings to mind the famed beaches and celebrity chic of the Hamptons; however, this coastal…

Montauk is one of the most popular -- and priciest -- towns to visit in The Hamptons. It's also one of the most beautiful, with…

Located along the Potomac River in Maryland is a quaint, waterfront town that offers families a variety of activities, restaurants and hotels. The National Harbor…

Once upon a time, the largest waterfall in North America was a mecca for honeymooners. But nowadays, foreign tourists and families flock to Niagara, perched…

Ocean City, Maryland is an ideal vacation spot for families. It's located on a barrier island off the Atlantic Ocean, just south of Fenwick Island…

When people originally think of Ocean City, they may be thinking of Maryland, but this Jersey Shore Ocean City is a family-friendly haven for summer…

IT had been a while since I'd visited Philadelphia. It's a place my parents took me as a child. We did the history thing: touring…

Once known as a bustling steel town, bearing names such as the "Steel City" and the "City of Bridges," Pittsburgh's landscape has done a major…

It may surprise some people to know that the Poconos region encompasses a vast 2,400 square miles in Pennsylvania and includes the state's Carbon, Monroe,…

Point Pleasant Beach was a great choice for families because it was small enough to walk just about everywhere, yet there was plenty to do.…

Visiting Princeton University with a prospective student or heading into town to spend time with your current scholar? There’s plenty for the whole family to…

Perhaps the most popular family vacation destination in Delaware, Rehoboth Beach features sand, boardwalk, ocean, family fun, and summer traditions. Begin your day with a…

Rolling down Interstate 95 from, say, the DC direction to a southern state? Hit the brakes and stay a day -- or longer -- to…

Famous for Thoroughbred racing, restorative mineral springs and a rich arts and cultural scene, Saratoga Springs, N.Y., has long been a popular destination for adult…

In 2012, Seaside Heights was tragically devastated by Hurricane Sandy. The small beach town -- made famous by MTV's "Jersey Shore" -- has since made…

"Can you tell me how to get to Sesame Street?" If you're anywhere near Philadelphia, we can direct you there! It's just down the road…

Covering nearly 200,000 acres of forests, mountains and streams, Shenandoah National Park straddles the Blue Ridge Mountains. Legend has it that "Shenandoah" means either "daughter…

There is hardly a person in the U.S. who, when growing up, didn't hear "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," featuring Ichabod Crane and the deadly…

A sleepy community, Spring Lake's boardwalk was small and void of amusements, making this stretch of beach all about the beach. Many families in this…

Located near Lake George (technically Queensbury) in the Adirondack region of New York, The Great Escape, a Six Flags Theme Park originally opened in 1954…

Beyond tangy salad dressing and an abundance of water-encircled land masses, what's the attraction for families in New York's Thousand Islands region? Storied castles, superior…

If one day you plan to enjoy your senior years by leafing through a scrapbook brimming with ear-to-ear sun-kissed smiles then a trip to the…

Washington D.C. is an ideal place to take a family vacation, offering more free, fun, and educational attractions than there are members of the Senate.…

The cape towns of Wildwood, which include Wildwood, Wildwood Crest and North Wildwood, are located just north of Cape May and are a great choice…

America's Historic Triangle, located in Virginia's Tidewater region, connects Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown. The region, sometimes dubbed "the Kids' Corner of Virginia," offers plenty of…