Ollie the Collie Takes the Big Apple
To Protect Her Humans and Celebrate her Moms Birthday By Ollie the Collie, Senior Canine Correspondent, Taking the Kids “Get in guys, we’re going on an adventure!” Ok I wasn’t driving, but I wanted to try, and they say you miss all the shots you don’t take right? So,...
Family Travel Doesn’t Mean Always Taking the Kids
By Eileen Ogintz Tribune Content Agency The friendly, English-speaking bus driver on the Greek island of Patmos points us toward a local beach taverna where we eat with our toes in the sand. The Wind Star as night falls over Monemvasia, Greece I checked another...
Taking the kids to a fall festival
By Eileen Ogintz Tribune Content Agency Trailing sheep, mating elk, or maybe tarantulas? They are the subjects of popular fall festivals, along with apples, pumpkins, cranberries, brats and beer, pirates, starry skies and even covered bridges. Fall festivals are back...
MEOW WOLF Denver: an otherworldly experience
By Eileen Ogintz Tribune Content Agency Imagine a cosmic event where everyone lost their memories and memories become valuable currency. Imagine four alien worlds joined together. Imagine a place where each of you will have a different experience as you explore...
Flying into Denver? Check out the Stanley Marketplace
By Andy Yemma Denver International Airport is one of the nation’s busiest, and many who fly into DIA head straight to the mountains, missing some great metro attractions. One of them is Stanley Marketplace, a community of more than 50 independently owned...
To Orlando in fall with young kids
By Eileen Ogintz Tribune Content Agency If you think Orlando with toddlers and preschoolers is a nonstarter, think again. “The Magic outweighs the temper tantrums,” said Melanie Reynolds, here with her 20-month-old from Wisconsin. “There are so many moments when I’ve...
A visit to Lady Liberty and Ellis Island on a cold January day
Original posted 2014 By Eileen Ogintz Tribune Content Agency What a view! We’re standing atop the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty — about halfway up the 305-foot, 1-inch climb to the crown — looking out at the New York City skyline. Even the jaded high school boys...
Plenty free (and a deal) in the Big Apple
By Eileen Ogintz Tribune Content Agency Enough sightseeing! Even in a city like New York there is a limit to how many great sites, performances and museums you and the kids — and your budget — can take. The good news is whatever season you visit, there are more free...
Tips for traveling with babies and toddlers
By Eileen Ogintz Tribune Content Agency Forget spontaneous romantic dinners. Ditto for any big adventures. When you’re traveling with babies and toddlers, expect the unexpected. “Definitely there are a lot more logistics with little kids,” said Rachel...
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- Meet Jack at the Surf Jack Hotel Waikiki September 26, 2022He’s the hotel dog at the boutique SurfJack and Swim Club Hotel in Waikiki. Jack has his own Instagram account @jackthehoteldog The post Meet Jack at the Surf Jack Hotel Waikiki appeared first on Taking The Kids.user
- Indigenous People Celebration in Philly September 26, 2022Explore Native American history and culture at the Museum of the American Revolution a celebration from Saturday, Oct. 8 – Monday, Oct. 10 The post Indigenous People Celebration in Philly appeared first on Taking The Kids.user
- Fall adventures in WVa New River Gorge NP September 25, 2022Adventures abound at ACE Adventure Resort in West Virginia's New River Gorge National Park, with six one outdoor experiences for families The post Fall adventures in WVa New River Gorge NP appeared first on Taking The Kids.user
- Autumn at the Dallas Arboretum September 24, 2022For the 17th year in Dallas, Autumn at the Arboretum: A Fall Fairy Tale highlights the nationally acclaimed Pumpkin Village The post Autumn at the Dallas Arboretum appeared first on Taking The Kids.user
- Barbados Food and Rum Festival Oct 27-30 September 23, 2022With a focus on nurturing culinary talent on the island, the Barbados Food and Rum Festival returns under the theme ‘Feed the Future’. The post Barbados Food and Rum Festival Oct 27-30 appeared first on Taking The Kids.user
- Halloween’s coming. Get your costumes ready — now! September 22, 2022There are over 1,200 haunted attractions in the country with some 300 amusement parks and fun centers offering Halloween events The post Halloween’s coming. Get your costumes ready — now! appeared first on Taking The Kids.user
- Curtain Up Broadway Sept 30-Oct 2 September 22, 2022Playbill, The Broadway League, the Times Square Alliance, and Prudential Financial announce Curtain Up Broadway Festival The post Curtain Up Broadway Sept 30-Oct 2 appeared first on Taking The Kids.user
- Turtles and more on Hawaii’s North Shore September 21, 2022They were oblivious to the paparazzi, splashing and sunning on the rocks as adults and kids alike gathered around snapping photos. The post Turtles and more on Hawaii’s North Shore appeared first on Taking The Kids.user
- Ollie the Collie Takes the Big Apple September 21, 2022I was so happy when we arrived at the Kimpton Muse Hotel in Midtown Manhattan, where they are VERY doggy friendly! The post Ollie the Collie Takes the Big Apple appeared first on Taking The Kids.user
- Paradise Helicopters Partners with Expert Guides September 21, 2022Paradise Helicopters, a locally owned Hawaii helicopter company, has launched two charter experiences featuring local expert guides. The post Paradise Helicopters Partners with Expert Guides appeared first on Taking The Kids.user