School-Year Vacation Guide
More and more families are traveling during the school year. Here’s how to minimize the impact—and maximize the benefits—of school-year vacations. Last January, my family took an epic…
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Essentials for Summer
Summer is a time to relax, let loose and have fun. The last thing you want to worry about on a family outing is whether you packed everything you…
Family Road Trip Survival Guide
Summer is upon us, which means, for many American families, it’s time to hit the road. In fact, a 2021 CarInsurance.com survey of U.S. drivers found that 79% of…
Guide to New Jersey's Ethnic Enclaves and Venues
Guide to New Jersey’s African-American and Indian neighborhoods, towns, museums and historic sites
Multicultural Festivals in Delaware
Delaware festivals celebrate the cultures of Africa, China, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Korea and indigenous peoples.
Guide to Philadelphia’s Ethnic Neighborhoods
Guide to Philadelphia’s Chinese, Latinx, Polish and West African neighborhoods.
Cartoon Network Hotel Opens in Lancaster
It is the first Cartoon Network Hotel, located next to Dutch Wonderland.
Philadelphia Zoo Brings Animals to the Airport
Exotic animals will make monthly visits to Philadelphia International Airport.
Santa and Polar Express Trains in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware
Here are 25 Santa Express and Polar Express train rides you and the kids can take this year.
Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park to Open in New Jersey This Weekend
It will be the largest indoor theme park in North America.
South Jersey Halloween Parades & Events
Halloween happenings in South Jersey.
A Trip to the Delaware State Fair; Annapolis, MD, and the US Naval Academy
Combine a family trip to the Delaware State Fair with a visit to Annapolis, where you can tour the U.S. Naval Academy.
What to Do With Kids in Baltimore
A day or overnight trip to Baltimore's Inner Harbor offers plenty of family-friendly options, most within walking distance.
Towns That Make Perfect Day Trips for Kids
These nearby small towns in Pennsylvania, South Jersey and Delaware offer plenty to do with the family for a day.
Accessible Beaches in New Jersey and Delaware (and Those with Beach Wheelchairs)
This is a useful list of Jersey and Delaware beaches that have beach wheelchairs and ramps over the softer sand.
Free and Low-Cost Things to Do at the Beach
Guide to free and low-cost fun at New Jersey and Delaware beaches.
Philadelphia Ranked in Top 10 of Kid-friendly Airports
PHL's kids play area along with its summer and holiday entertainment programs placed it among the nation's best for keeping kids happy while traveling.
Weekend Getaways for Couples (Without the Kids)
There are plenty of options near Philadelphia, South Jersey and Delaware for couples to take a weekend trip without the kids.
Kids Fly Free on These Dates on Frontier
The dates for Frontier's Kids Fly Free are mostly Tuesdays and Wednesdays in February through August.
Special Needs Family Fun Guide
Aquariums, museums, theme parks, play centers, theaters and zoos that offer events and accommodations for kids with special needs.
Revived Gorilla, Takin Dioramas Open at Academy of Natural Sciences
Two dioramas at The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University in Philadelphia have undergone their first restoration in 80 years and the results are stunning. Work began in mid-February on the gorilla and takin dioramas, installed in 1938 and 1935 respectively.…
Road Trip to Amusement Parks in Virginia, Maryland
Take a weekend getaway to two nearby amusement parks.
American Girl Opens First Outlet Store in Hershey
The next nearest retail store is in New York city.
How to Travel on Vacation as a Single Parent with Kids
Resorts, travel agencies take the hassle out of going it alone.