Marina Kuperman Villatoro, Gringa TravelingMom, Author at Traveling Mom

A Romantic Getaway at Innisbrook Golf Resort in Tampa

Posted by Marina Kuperman Villatoro, Gringa TravelingMom | Jun 15, 2017 | 0 |

Making a tradition of going on a romantic getaway on each trip is a simple way to improve your relationship with your partner. Having adult conversations and being able to indulge yourself at a spa can make for an exceptional experience. This is especially true if you visit a place as special and luxurious as Innisbrook Golf Resort in Tampa, Florida. My husband and I went on another of our couple’s getaways. We love doing this whenever we visit my parents in the US. They get quality time with their grandsons and we get some much needed rest. This...

Virginia Beach – A Visit to Founders Inn and Spa Off Season

Posted by Marina Kuperman Villatoro, Gringa TravelingMom | May 25, 2017 | 0 |

A picture perfect inn in Virginia Beach that is romantic enough for a couple’s getaway but still pet-friendly enough to include a dog park on premises? Yes, please! Learn how one TravelingMom fell in love with Founders Inn and Spa. There are tons of perks of traveling off season, but when it comes to beach destinations, the best by far is being able to enjoy gorgeous resorts without the all of the nuttiness from the crowds. That’s why, during a short romantic getaway my husband and I decided to go for a visit to Virginia Beach in January. The...

Best Travel Hacks for Families

Posted by Marina Kuperman Villatoro, Gringa TravelingMom | May 19, 2017 | 0 |

It has been said a lot and you will read it once again – traveling with the family is one of the best experiences EVA! However, there are a few aspects that can make it stressful, expensive an a lot less enjoyable for the parents. Here are some travel hacks for families to reduce stress and expenses – guaranteed! You wouldn’t believe how many stressful trips I’ve had with my family. But after a few years of trial and error, I’ve managed to make it all go smoother. These might seem simple, but in the beginning, I was so stressed...

Hiking with Dogs – My Favorite Way to Go on Nature Walks with My Puppy

Posted by Marina Kuperman Villatoro, Gringa TravelingMom | Apr 21, 2017 | 0 |

Going on short family hikes is a lot of fun, and they can be even better when you bring your furry friends along. However, not all breeds of dogs are known for being athletic. Luckily there are things out there that can make traveling with pets a better experience. Having a small yet spacious and comfy puppy carrier is a great idea. Both of my sons and my husband love being outside and doing all sorts of sports. It’s not like they are out on some back country trail or climbing precipices each weekend, but they do like it way...

Luxury Romantic Getaway Staying at the Presidential Suite at Sheraton Atlantic City

Posted by Marina Kuperman Villatoro, Gringa TravelingMom | Mar 30, 2017 | 1 |

Each year my husband and I like to go on at least two romantic getaways. For the most recent one, we decided to visit Atlantic City, New Jersey. Since this is a rare occasion, we decided to go all out and stay at the Presidential Suite at Sheraton Atlantic City. It was by far the best experience we have had during out romantic escapades. A few years ago my husband and I decided that, aside from dinner dates, we should also make an effort to go on at least two romantic getaways each year. This usually happens when my family and...

Best Road Trip Ideas in the Northeast USA

Posted by Marina Kuperman Villatoro, Gringa TravelingMom | Mar 22, 2017 | 2 |

Road trips can be so much fun. My family and I always have a blast and truly bond when we go on one. One of our absolute favorite routes is visiting the northeastern United States. Here are some of our favorite places on that route, with an itinerary your family may love as much as we did. If you asked me how I like to travel when with family and friends, I’d say by car. Whenever we can, we rent a car and take off exploring. We always have an amazing time. It almost forces us to talk and share stuff that we...

Family Skiing and Snowboarding in Vermont – Stowe Ski Resort

Posted by Marina Kuperman Villatoro, Gringa TravelingMom | Mar 19, 2017 | 0 |

After 25 years of not practicing any winter sports, I finally decided to go skiing along with my husband and sons, who had never been on snow. I booked snowboarding lessons at Stowe Ski Resort, which ended up being a big success. We all had a lot of fun on the slopes. Snowboarding in Vermont was definitely one of the highlights of the year for my family. Family Skiing and Snowboarding in Vermont – Stowe Ski Resort Something that you might not know about me is that, back when I lived in the US ,I was semi-pro downhill skier....

Wyndham Philadelphia in the Old City – Review

Posted by Marina Kuperman Villatoro, Gringa TravelingMom | Mar 15, 2017 | 0 |

I was about to start planning a romantic getaway in Philadelphia for my husband and me. I knew I wanted to see all of the cool historic sites and old buildings so I started searching for a hotel in the Historic District. While doing this task (which I love!) I came across tons of reviews, mostly positive about Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District Hotel. I immediately knew this would be the right one for us. My husband and I were going on a romantic getaway to Philadelphia. The only things I knew for sure about it were: 1. I wanted...

Three Generations Having Fun at Stowe Mountain Resort

Posted by Marina Kuperman Villatoro, Gringa TravelingMom | Mar 9, 2017 | 0 |

My family does not return to a place already visited unless it is an absolutely magical place for us. Stowe Vermont, with its gorgeous scenery, definitely fits that description for us. Recently I decided that my parents and brother should come along for a multi-generational skiing and snowboarding adventure, Stowe-style. It was a huge success! We all had a blast in the slopes. Three Generations Having Fun at Stowe Mountain Resort If you have been following my family’s adventures through the United States, Europe and Central America, you probably already know that returning to a place several times is extremely rare in...

The Family Friendly Winter Activities at Smuggler’s Notch Resort – Vermont

Posted by Marina Kuperman Villatoro, Gringa TravelingMom | Mar 2, 2017 | 0 |

My family and I were spending our winter vacations in Vermont and decided to make Smuggler’s Notch Resort our home base for three nights. But we quickly discovered that our time frame was a mistake, due to the insane amount of activities for families that the resort offers. We should have stayed for at least a week. There were tons of activities that we never got to try but the ones we did try were a lot of fun. I bet that whenever you think about winter activities, the first thing you think of is some huge resort that...