Where to: Botanical Gardens in NY, NJ & CT
Spring has sprung, & botanical gardens across the area are in full bloom with flowers, exotic plants, & trees. Stroll through floral gardens, see amazing landscapes, & your family can experience the world’s most beautiful forests — all in our own backyard. (read the story...)
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How to Be Safe in the Sun and Surf
For kids, summer usually equals sand, sun and fun. For parents, however, summer brings a slew of safety issues to think about. But with the proper preparation, the entire family can enjoy a relaxing vacation. Consider these tips...
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Leaves of Three: Avoding Poison Ivy
Camping is a wonderful family affair. Children and parents work together to set up tents, start campfires, and swat away mosquitoes. Despite our careful planning of every article of clothing to bring, what type of sandwiches to make, and which adult beverages we need, we usually forget something. (read the story...)
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Great Area Beaches!
Ah, the beach. Sun, sand surf and a long, hot drive. Well, not necessarily. Here’s a round up of nearby beaches, some accessible from subway, bus or the Long Island Railroad. (read the story...)
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Amusement Park Safety Tips
Taking a tour of your kids’ favorite amusement parks this summer? Kids are fearless, especially when rollercoasters and thrill rides are on the agenda. But with a little planning, a day at the amusement park can be a safe family outing without the stress (read the story...)
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Breezing through Puerto Plata
On a recent trip to the Dominican Republic, we signed up for an ATV tour and the guide said my teens, 14 and 16, could drive. They learned basic hand signals and in no time were barreling through mud puddles and across the beach. The ATV tour was the highlight of our week in Puerto Plata, since it also took us into the lush countryside that dominates this part of the country. (read the story...)
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St. Kitts with Kids: Sun, fun, and now — a direct flight
Traveling off the beaten path with kids can involve multiple flights and multiple headaches — like language barriers and lack of kid-friendly amenities. But St. Kitts is uniquely in a sweet spot — American Airlines just started non-stop flights to the eastern Caribbean island, which still has no traffic lights. (read the story...)
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Above The Wave Swim School
Lessons take place at the Quality Inn & Suites in Danbury, Connecticut, opposite the Harley Davidson of Danbury dealership
Danbury, Connecticut
203-733-8878
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Above The Wave (ATW) Swim School provides small gr...
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CruiseOne
Glen Cove, NY
516-686-9015
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The recipe for a fascinating and delightful dream ...
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Camp Nabby
1 Nabby Hill
Mohegan Lake, NY
914-944-3049/914-528-7796
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Watch your child's confidence grow in a Nabby summ...
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Vincent Smith School
322 Port Washington Blvd
Port Washington, NY
516-365-4900
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Success begins at Long Island's premier school tha...
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