Best Overnight Summer Camps in California

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Kids have a blast in the ocean at Catalina Island. Photograph courtesy of Catalina Sea Camps

Overnight summer camps are pretty heady stuff: Sleep away from home, meet new friends, have adventures, master new abilities, boost social skills, develop confidence, and learn to handle situations without parents around! For parents, it's a chance to have a little kid-free time without feeling guilty, because we know our kids are having the experience of a lifetime—and disconnecting from their devices.

For some reason, sleepaway summer camp isn't quite as big a deal in California as it is in the Northeast. Still, we've scoured the state and found some pretty amazing overnight summer camps in California, from stunning Catalina Island to the rustic Sierra Nevada mountains.

For more fabulous overnight summer camps, check out our Sleepaway Summer Camp Guide to the Best Overnight Camps in the US. Or if you're looking to stay more local, bookmark our Los Angeles Summer Camp Guide and our Camp Directory where you can search for summer camps by type, age, and town.

Top Things To Do on a Maldives Vacation With Kids: Everything You Need To Know!

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A shallow, crystal-clear Maldives lagoon is the perfect place for kids to swim.

As far as beach trips go, a Maldives vacation has it all—heavenly views, uncrowded beaches, a year-round tropical climate with warm water, culture, delicious food, and an abundance of activities to suit every interest and age level. If you want to unplug from your day-to-day and spend uninterrupted, quality time with your family in paradise, the Maldives is your trip. It's an experience your family will remember for the rest of their lives. 

We've gathered our best tips for the perfect Maldives vacation with children. We’ve also narrowed down the top things to do in the Maldives with kids, as well as our picks for the best family-friendly Maldives resorts and Maldives hotel options. It may take a minute to reach Asia’s smallest country, but once you’ve landed in the Maldives, we can almost guarantee you won't want to leave.

Find more bucket-list vacation options, from the Galapagos Islands to an African safari, in our International Family Travel Guide

Best Winter Birthday Ideas for Kids in NYC

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Kick off a birthday celebration with roller skating at Xanadu Roller Arts. Photo by the author

When the chill of winter sets in, it's harder to find kids' birthday party places in NYC. If the thought of sugared-up kids invading your apartment turns you off, consider these winter birthday party ideas. Winter is the perfect time to turn your birthday celebrations into a magical seasonal experience. Whether you’re looking for great indoor birthday party places or want to embrace the adventure of a seasonal outdoor gathering, these winter birthday party ideas in NYC offer endless possibilities for creating a memorable day.

Once you've nailed down a location, visit this list of the best birthday party themes for every age and our NYC Kids Guide to Birthday Parties to find more party planning help.

Get the Inside Scoop on the Atlanta History Center, Where Families Discover Atlanta's Past, Present, and Future

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Atlanta History Center's new Goizueta Children’s Experience allows kids to experience the city through play, exploration, and storytelling. Photo courtesy of Atlanta History Center

Bring the family, especially young kids, to the Atlanta History Center, a mainstay for tourists since 1990. The 33-acre campus, located in the heart of Buckhead, offers Atlanta visitors and natives alike a fun-filled day of exploration, learning, and beauty. With multiple indoor exhibits, the Swan House museum, gorgeous gardens, and the new Goizueta Children's Experience, the Atlanta History Center will entertain families for hours. Read on to see our favorite exhibits for kids at this top-rated Atlanta museum!

Check out our Museum Guide for Atlanta Families, which includes the Center for Puppetry Arts and World of Coca-Cola. If you’re looking for fun indoor spots where kids can really unleash, refer to our Top Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in Atlanta.

17 Best Indoor Party Places for Kids in Westchester

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Mount Kisco's Grand Prix New York, a go-kart hot spot, offers birthday parties with racing, arcade play, and virtual reality.

Indoor birthday party places in Westchester come in clutch when it isn't park or pool weather, and luckily for us, there's no shortage of places for Westchester kids to get their party on. 

Local venues offer parties centered around bouncing and trampolines, scaling rock walls, practicing yoga, racing go-carts, and more. 

We’ve put together a list of indoor birthday party places suitable for a variety of ages, from preschoolers to tweens and teens. Looking for even more options? Check out our full Party Planning Guide for Westchester Families.

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