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8 Easy Spring Break Getaways in New England for Families

From farm animal encounters in Vermont to old-fashioned train rides in Maine and New Hampshire...

10 Spring Family Day Trips That Boston Kids Will Love

Offering springtime beauty, easy hikes, kid-friendly food, and loads of charm, these towns are...

10 Great Places to Hike with Kids Around Boston

These gorgeous hiking trails around Boston are perfect for families, whether you have a baby in a...

Cheap Spring Break Travel Ideas for Families on a Budget

Check out these budget-friendly cities and beaches for an affordable vacation.

Family Friendly Vineyards and Wineries in New England that Welcome Kids

From coast to mountaintop, these vineyards and wineries welcome families with beautiful, spacious...

Best Cape Cod Beaches for Families

Wide, clean, and blanketed with soft sand, the Cape Cod National Seashore boasts miles upon...

25 Things to Do With Kids on Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire

Only two hours to the north of Boston, Lake Winnipesaukee offers recreation, casual restaurants and...

50 Things to Do on a Martha’s Vineyard Summer Family Vacation

Find out the beaches, restaurants, sites, and events that make our ultimate must-do list for...

Best Beaches for Families Within an Hour of Boston

We’ve rounded up eight of our favorite sandy spots to visit this summer—all within an hour of...

Great Weekend Getaways from Boston

20 Things to Do in Narragansett, RI with Kids

With miles of soft sand, impressive surf, super-tasty food, and even a fun park, this low-key...READ MORE

10 Spring Family Day Trips That Boston Kids Will Love

Offering springtime beauty, easy hikes, kid-friendly food, and loads of charm, these towns are...READ MORE

7 Indoor Water Parks in New England

No need to get on a plane for warm water and balmy temperatures: These 7 water parks within driving...READ MORE

Four Up-close Animal Encounters in New England

Local mom and “Outdoors with Kids Boston” guidebook author, Kim Foley MacKinnon, shares...READ MORE

25 Things to Do with Kids in Springfield, MA—Dr. Seuss Museum and More!

Springfield always surprises me with its rich culture, history, and capacity for family fun. It is...READ MORE

Fairy Gardens at the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center: Bringing Joy to All Ages

For the past three years during April Vacation, we have visited the Roger Williams...READ MORE

Summer Day Trip Planning from Boston

25 Summer Day Trips for Boston Kids and Families

Vacations are great and all, but sometimes a day trip, followed by a sleep in everyone's own bed...READ MORE

14 Outdoor Water Parks With Water Slides and Spraygrounds for New England Kids and Families

These outdoor water parks in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Maine...READ MORE

Best Cape Cod Beaches for Families

Wide, clean, and blanketed with soft sand, the Cape Cod National Seashore boasts miles upon...READ MORE

Nantucket with Kids: 35 Fun Things to Do as a Family

Nantucket Island has all the makings of the perfect family getaway, from beach cookouts to quiet...READ MORE

Family Friendly Vineyards and Wineries in New England that Welcome Kids

From coast to mountaintop, these vineyards and wineries welcome families with beautiful, spacious...READ MORE

5 New England Resorts with Great Kids Camps

What's getaway gold? To us, it's a vacation that combines family fun with quality grown-up-only...READ MORE

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Baltimore's Inner Harbor: 20 Family-Friendly Spots to Explore

Find the National Aquarium, a science center, and foodie market all within the Inner Harbor.READ MORE

25 Kid-Friendly Spring Day Trips for NYC Families

Get outdoors and enjoy a day trip to a nearby farm, sculpture garden, or hiking trail. READ MORE

8 Easy Spring Break Getaways in New England for Families

From farm animal encounters in Vermont to old-fashioned train rides in Maine and New Hampshire...READ MORE

Easy Spring Break Vacations for Philly Families

Find fun spring break ideas that are just a short drive from Philly.READ MORE

Great Day Trips to New Jersey State Parks and Forests

Dying for outdoor time? Trails at NJ's state parks and forests are open to the public!READ MORE

Spring Wildflower Hikes: Don't Miss this Season's Bloom!

Grab your cameras, because the payoff for those winter showers has already begun.READ MORE