Category: Family event

• SeaWorld in San Diego, California

  My kids loved going to SeaWorld in San Diego over the February break. The place was much less crowded than I expected because the children there didn’t have a winter vacation. I guess they don’t need to get away from all of that sunshine! Remember, when you’re going anywhere, to always ask if there’s a…

  kimsswidler

  March 8, 2010

  California Travel, Family event, General, Stories, Tips

• What’s the Best Way To Get To Australia From NYC?

  My “special birthday” is coming up close to the end of this year. And to celebrate the occasion, we’ve been planning for a long while to go to Australia during our kids’ Christmas break. Traveling that far with a family of five takes a lot of planning. I,obviously, want to make the cost as minimal as possible and,…

  kimsswidler

  February 23, 2010

  Family event, General

• Parent and Teen day at the CIA!-April 17th

  On April 17th spend some time with your teen in the kitchens and bakeshops of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY.  These one- day courses include: 1) Baking at Home-The Desserts 2) Artisan Breads at Home 3)Bistros and Brasseries 4) Breakfasts & Brunches 5) Cake Decorating 6) The Italian Table 7) Soups…

  kimsswidler

  February 14, 2010

  Family event, Foodie Finds, General, Hudson Valley Region, Stories, Tips, Travel dining

• The Empire State Building? Give me Top of the Rock!

  I know, I know. The Empire State Building is one of the  legendary icons of New York City. How can I commit such a sacrilege? But when you consider the ease of getting a great view of that city-especially with a child or a Senior Citizen, I’d pick Top of the Rock ,the observation center…

  kimsswidler

  February 9, 2010

  Family event, Senior Travel

• A wish fulfilled-seats for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

  I love the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and, ever since I was kid, I’ve always wanted to actually see it in person.  But so many things went through my head to stop me-  how am I going to beat the crowds to get a spot and what if, after all the planning, the weather is…

  kimsswidler

  November 28, 2009

  Family event, New York City, Travel dining

• The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Big Balloon Blow-Up

  Travel Value -4 stars I’ve wanted to go to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Big Balloon Blow-Up ever since I saw a particularly funny episode on Seinfeld.  As I remember it, on the night before Thanksgiving, Elaine is anxious to be invited to a popular party held at an apartment on Manhattan’s Central Park West.…

  kimsswidler

  November 18, 2009

  Family event, New York City, Stories