Orlando Birthday Party Spots for Teens and Tweens That Slay

Nothing like a birthday butterbeer at Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Photo courtesy of Universal Orlando

Planning a teen birthday can be challenging—it's a tough crowd to satisfy with specific tastes. Luckily Orlando birthday party settings offer a lot of cool elements that teens want. There are awesome outdoor spots perfect for warm-weather birthdays (and since Orlando has moderate conditions, an outdoor teen birthday can happen through much of the year); fantastic indoor spots for specific themes; and there's always a combination of the two settings!

These Bakeries Make the Best Birthday Cakes for Kids in Los Angeles

Basketball cake! Photo courtesy of Charm City Cakes

At every birthday party, the cake is one of the stars of the show. So we're sharing the best birthday cakes in Los Angeles for kids that will make any birthday party special. There are LA institutions, there are show-stopping cakes and cakes that taste better than the ones Grandma makes (honest!). There are even gluten-free and vegan cakes so good no one will ever miss what’s missing.

Now you need to make the ultimate choice: what flavor? Whether planning a birthday party for a teen in LA, celebrating with a Los Angeles park birthday party, or hoping to have an indoor birthday party, use our ultimate Los Angeles birthday party guide to plan the ultimate birthday bash for your kiddos. 

19 Roadside Attractions Near Chicago You Must See

The Kaskasia Dragon. Photo by Joseph Gage, via Flickr

A summer road trip isn’t complete without a stop at one of the sometimes quirky (but always interesting) roadside attractions near Chicago, Michigan, Indiana, and Wisconsin. These top spots provide a fun place to stretch your legs, take pictures, and make hilarious family memories your kids will always remember.

Whether you’re headed to Wisconsin and need a stop at the Cheese Castle or are staying local and are pining for an Italian vacation, this list has something no matter which direction you want to go. Pack your bags, hit the road, and prepare for an amazing adventure!

For more road trip fun, check out these weekend road trip ideas and these car games for kids

Teen Birthday Parties in Atlanta: 26 Cool Birthday Party Places for Teens

With two locations, the Splatter Studio offers private parties for guests to don disposable protective clothing and unleash their inner artist. Photo courtesy of Splatter Studio

Atlanta teen birthday parties are all about the FUN! Splurge on a truly memorable experience for your teen's birthday party with our helpful guide. We've listed specific birthday party venues to host your teen's special event, in addition to fabulous teen birthday party ideas to consider around Atlanta or in the comfort of your own home.  

And don’t forget the cake! Be sure to check out these festive and delicious birthday cakes to provide a sweet finale for a teen birthday celebration. If you're looking for more ideas beyond the birthday realm, these extreme sports and thrilling activities are perfect every day of the year!

24 Things To Do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley Before School Starts

Enjoy a beautiful summer night with a concert at Caramoor. Photo by Gabe Palacio

Looking for the best things to do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley before summer ends? Read on for our top picks. 

The start of August sets me in a panic every year: Have I made summer fun enough? How will we squeeze in all the great outings I had hoped to take my kids on? If you're feeling down about the end of summer, we've rounded up our must-dos for the rest of the season. Make the most of summer's swan song with these two dozen options, from annual events to oft-overlooked favorite outings.

Find more great seasonal activities in our Ultimate Westchester and Hudson Valley Kids Summer Vacation Guide and check out our list of the best things to do this August with kids.

19 Best Things To Do in Wildwood, NJ, with Kids

Get your fill of classic amusement park rides on a trip to Wildwood, NJ.

The Wildwoods have a rep for being a raucous section of the Jersey Shore, but I didn't find that to be the case on a recent family trip. A summer weekend tends to be filled with flocks of multigenerational families who fill the boardwalk with bikes in the early morning hours and the amusement parks, beaches, and restaurants the rest of the day.

Wildwoods is comprised of three towns, North Wildwood, Wildwood, and Wildwood Crest. There are five miles of beach, and a roughly two-mile boardwalk that's loaded with the typical kitschy beach supply shops, but also Morey’s Piers and all the amusement park fun that comes with it.

Read on for all the details on what to expect from your summer getaway to this Jersey Shore hot spot, and check out our article covering 70 Things To Do at the Jersey Shore with Kids for more ideas.

40 Things To Do in NYC Before School Starts

Hit one of the amazing beaches in NYC, by train, ferry, bike, or car. Photo by Sara Marentette

With August upon us and the start of a new school year looming, my kids and I are in a panic about all the fun, summery things to do in NYC we haven't yet crossed off our NYC summer bucket list.

Sure, we've had a lot of fun tooling around the city, enjoying our favorite local swimming pool, reigniting a love for some of the best playgrounds in NYC, chilling out with some kid-pleasing ice-cold treats, and soaking up all the FREE things to do in NYC with kids in the summer. But, there are plenty of great activities we haven't gotten to. So, we've crafted this list of 40 things to do in NYC before summer ends.

For more ideas from Brooklyn to the Bronx, and even at home, check out our Ultimate NYC Kids Summer Vacation Guide. Soon summer vacation will be a mere memory.

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