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How to Have a Thrilling Thanksgiving

If your idea of a thrilling Thanksgiving consists of fishing Aunt Louise’s dentures out of the mashed potatoes and safeguarding your fine crystal from your overzealous uncle, who insists he’s a professional juggler after a few cocktails, then I have two words for you: Universal Studios. For the first time since opening in 1964, Universal Studios Hollywood will be open on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Ditch your dysfunctional relatives and head to a place where the thrills and chills don’t involve your wedding china. The amusement park has long been a favorite destination for families to celebrate special occasions. In … Continue reading →

All Aboard for Winter Family Fun

The Polar Express is a popular book in our home year round; however, the famous children’s tale comes to life just once a year in some 20 states across the country. In a few days more than 30 Polar Express train rides will begin their annual run. The trips take their cue from the award-winning children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg. During the family-friendly ride, passengers are treated to hot chocolate and story time featuring lively readings of The Polar Express. In addition, the movie soundtrack is played over the train’s public address system while riders wait for their chance … Continue reading →

Dear Heather … Summer Fitness Vacations

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Dear Heather, I remember reading in your blog a while back about fitness vacations. I was actually thinking that this would be a good plan for my family (we have 4 boys ranging in age of 5 to 15) and I think a fitness vacation might inspire my sons to stay active while spending some time with their Dad and I. But I’m not sure where to start my planning. Any ideas? -Mom on the Move Dear Mom on the Move, First let me say hats off to you, I have a hard time keeping up with 1 girl, I … Continue reading →

Road Trip Reminders

It’s that time of year again… Time to see just how much you can squeeze into the family minivan before it begins to sag in the middle. Time to see how far you can get before a child calls out: “Are we there yet?” And time to see how just how many miles exist between McDonald’s locations when you are cruising through Pittsburgh. Ah, yes, the family summer road trip of 2007… surely it will be one to remember (or at least one that will include events that will be hard to forget). Before you head out on the highways … Continue reading →

Fun Fall Family Travel Destinations—Part 1: Corn Mazes

When was the last time you packed up your entire family and took a Sunday drive to enjoy the fall colors? I know, I know, why would you take great pains to pry a football-loving husband off the couch just so you can get to a tree-filled park and have your 12-year-old refuse to look up from his hand-held video game? Ah, the joys of parenting in our modern society. Okay, so forget the tree-filled park… how about enjoying some family time by traveling to a corn maze? We head out to our local corn maze each year and it … Continue reading →