Taking Your Kids Out of School for Vacation

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I’ve discussed in the past how I feel it is completely fine for parents to take their kids out of school to travel.  In fact, I encourage it if it is the only opportunity for them to travel.  I recently had the opportunity to work with a wonderful blog called The Traveling Gals.  They are three generations of women who love travel, Disney, healthy eating, + the occasional glass of wine. How great is that?  I’d love to share their blog that I collaborated with them on. Check them out…

http://thetravelinggals.com/is-it-okay-to-take-your-kids-out-of-school-to-travel/

Mystic Aquarium

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It is hard to imagine going to Mystic, Connecticut without a visit to the Mystic Aquarium.  It is an amazing place to see sea creatures in indoor and outdoor exhibits.  There are many hands-on activities that will keep you entertained for hours.  You could also take in a sea lion show, watch feedings, or experience a 4-D movie. 

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Mystic Seaport

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It is easy to be overwhelmed when you walk into Mystic Seaport because there is so much to see and do in this 19th century seafaring village.  As you walk through this town you are transported back in time.  The village is made up of dozens of buildings that are staffed with people playing the roles of wood carvers, shipsmiths, coopers, printers, and many more.  They are so knowledgeable and they encourage you to ask questions and participation.  Some of our favorite areas included:

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Hilton Mystic- Mystic, CT

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As soon as we walked into the Hilton Mystic we felt the nautical atmosphere all around us.  From the port hole mirrors to the water cascading down the panels of the walls, there’s no mistaking the charm of maritime New England.  When we checked in we were given a choice to what floor we wanted to stay on.  When we said we had no preference they suggested if we were planning on using the pool we could stay in that wing.  We ended up loving that location because there is nothing worse than riding up in a cold elevator after swimming.

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Winter Day in Boston

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Boston is a great city for families every season, but in winter it’s sometimes hard finding things to do that will take up an entire day.  There needs to be a good mix of indoor activities along with some outdoor play.  Here is an itinerary for a great winter day in Boston:

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Why You Should Leave Your Resort When on Vacation

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Although it is so much fun to lie around the pool or beach at your resort, I find it so disheartening when I hear someone say they didn’t leave the property.  When you are at an all-inclusive resort, the urge to stay on property may keep you from experiencing some memory-making moments.  So what could possibly be gained by leaving the resort?

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McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center

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In Concord, NH there is a great place that is a tribute to 2 New Hampshire space pioneers: Alan Shepard, America’s first astronaut to travel into space, and NASA’s teacher-in-space, Christa McAuliffe.  This small discovery center is filled with many hands-on activities that teach families about space.  It is a fun place to spend a few hours.  A few of our favorite experiences included:

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Currier Museum

Currier Museum of Art

Southern New Hampshire residents have a gem of a museum right in our backyard. The Currier Museum, located in Manchester, is the perfect way to spend an afternoon filled with culture.  The museum has a large collection of American and European art.  They even have a Picasso as well as a Monet.  The paintings are well labeled and at times there are even detailed place cards displayed that you can use to better understand what you are looking at. 

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Lion King NYC

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OVERVIEW:  Lion King in NYC was by far the best play we have ever taken the girls to.  We’ve seen some local theater with them but nothing compared to Broadway and this Tony award winning show.  As most of you know, Lion King is a play about a young lion, Simba, who is to succeed his father as king.  He is convinced he is to blame for a horrible death and he flees into exile.  He meets some inspiring friends, falls in love, and returns to claim the kingdom that is rightfully his.  Pretty deep stuff huh?  Well, Disney has a way of creating cute, talking animals as characters and adding some catchy music so it suddenly becomes kid-friendly.  The play is actually based on Shakespeare’s Hamlet. Kids and adults will be singing the soundtrack, containing music by Elton John, for weeks to come. 

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Girls On the Run…The Finish Line is Just the Beginning

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I’m always looking for fun ways to keep my girls active.  Last year my 9-year-old participated in an amazing program called Girls On the Run, a countrywide program that begins with girls in 3rd grade.  It was one of the most fun activities my daughter has been a part of.  It takes Girl Power to a whole new level!

 

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