East Coast Destinations

Yes You Can! Hamptons Traffic Hack

by Judy Antell, Vegetarian TravelingMom | Jul 13, 2018 | 0 |

After years of sitting in beach bound traffic, TravelingMom Judy Antell discovered the ultimate Hamptons traffic hack: stay in Quogue, Hampton Bays, or Westhampton Beach. These towns offer access to...

3 Best Multigenerational Family Vacation Ideas

by Terri Marshall, Globetrotting TravelingGrandmom | Jun 21, 2018 | 0 |

Multigenerational family vacations are priceless. But when it comes to planning, choosing the right location is key to a stress-free memory making trip. Our Globetrotting TravelingGrandmom’s family...

Dog friendly DC: Exploring the Capital with a Canine

by Judy Antell, Vegetarian TravelingMom | Jun 1, 2018 | 0 |

When Vegetarian TravelingMom Judy Antell would bring her young children to Washington, DC, they had to balance museum going with running around. Now that her kids are older and she brings the dog,...

New York Like a Local – The Best Way to Visit New York City with Kids

by Danielle Braff, TravelingMom with Tweens | May 8, 2018 | 1 |

Visiting New York City with kids means that some tourist stops are a must–the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building and a real New York deli. But these 6 stops—recommended by a native New...

Romantic Fun in Gatlinburg, Tennessee

by Sarah Ricks, World TravelingMom | May 1, 2018 | 4 |

If you’ve visited Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you know that nearby Gatlinburg, Tennessee is chock-a-block with family fun. But is there romantic fun in Gatlinburg? Yes, turns out there’s...

Green Lakes State Park, NY – Things to Do for the Entire Family

by Yvonne Jasinski, Credit Card TravelingMom | Apr 15, 2018 | 0 |

Looking for a great place for your next down to earth family vacation? Then try Green Lakes State Park in New York State’s Finger Lakes region. Located a short drive from Syracuse, this...

7 Reasons to Choose Carnival for a Mother Daughter Cruise

by Mimi Slawoff, Los Angeles TravelingMom | Apr 10, 2018 | 1 |

Carnival Cruise Line has 25 ships (with two more on the horizon) operating three- to 16-day voyages to numerous beautiful destinations. It’s why my family and I have cruised with Carnival for...

9 Things To Do in Monhegan Island, Maine

by Yvonne Jasinski, Credit Card TravelingMom | Apr 9, 2018 | 1 |

Did you ever dream about escaping to a destination where the time has stopped? If yes, then visit Monhegan Island on the Atlantic Ocean in Maine. You will feel like you step into the world of...

The REAL Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood – 4 Fun Places to Visit in Pittsburgh

by Karyn Locke, Road Trip TravelingMom | Mar 19, 2018 | 0 |

With the announcement of Tom Hanks playing the lead role in a Fred Rogers’ biopic, “You Are My Friend,” grown-ups that grew up watching the PBS show are in heaven. But, did you know that Mr....

Where to See Cherry Blossoms in Philadelphia 2018

by Sarah Ricks, World TravelingMom | Mar 18, 2018 | 9 |

Spring cherry blossoms are beautiful. But if you do not want to deal with the crowds in Washington DC, check out cherry blossoms in Philadelphia instead. In April, consider visiting Philly to...

The eastern seaboard states of America offer some of the best family vacation destinations of the USA. The history and amazing museums of Washington DC. The harbors of Baltimore. The mountains of North Carolina. The southern gentility of Virginia and South Carolina.

They’re all great options for a wonderful family vacation. Wherever you are heading, chances are a TravelingMom has been there. With kids. Our family vacations span the globe so we can tell you what you need to know before you go. We know what works for kids and what doesn’t. And we’ve got tips for making the most of your family trip, wherever you want to go.

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On these pages, we’ll tell you about the best family hotels in the city you want to visit. We’ll tell you about the best things to do in that town. We’ll give you tips for flying there with kids, tips for saving money when you arrive and tips for getting the most out of your family vacations. And we’ll tell you the best free things to do in the town. Doing the free stuff is always the best way to save money on family vacations.

Our writers know the ins and outs of family vacations in Chicago, New York City, the Caribbean, Hawaii, London, Los Angeles, Washington DC, Orlando, San Diego, San Francisco and, of course that family vacation Mecca: Disney.

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