Archive for the ‘Travel & Attractions’ Category
Staying Afloat in London: Travel with My Tween Son by Robin Gorman Newman
September 4th, 2015
My 12 year old son and I both love the water, whether it be swimming or boating. This summer, we embarked on quite the mommy 'n me travel bonding adventure...a 9 day trip to London. My husband was unable to join us, but he embraced our overseas aspirations and loved hearing ...
CELEBRATING HISTORY ON A FAMILY TRIP TO PHILLY by Robin Gorman Newman
August 12th, 2015
Philadelphia is so close to New York, that when my husband proposed a summer vacation road trip, this seemed like a a natural, easy drive destination. I had been there as a kid, but this was a first for my son, and there's a boatload to do....literally....including taking a Duck ...
Lovin’ the Chocolate and More at Hershey by Robin Gorman Newman
August 11th, 2015
My son (age 12) found it so amusing that HERSHEY is actually a real life town. This is just one of the fun facts he picked up during our recent summer trip and two night stay at Hershey Lodge. Not only did he enjoy HERSHEY PARK, but HERSHEY CHOCOLATE WORLD has ...
Making Waves and Memories at Camelback Resort – Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark by Robin Gorman Newman
August 11th, 2015
My son is 12, and he's a big water kid....always has been. He loves to swim, and we go regularly to our community pool in summer. He's a future lifeguard in-the-making. Ever since he was little, he's enjoyed waterparks as well, so when we learned of the new Camelback Resort featuring ...
THE TRAVEL MADE EASY MOMS SHARE: by Robin Gorman Newman, Esti Berkowitz, Estelle Sobel Erasmus and Shari Von Holten
April 16th, 2015
We are four moms with a passion for travel, and we’ve teamed up to share with you and feature ideas and experiences to help make your vacation planning easier. Like you, we’re on the go women with much on our respective plates, and while it’s great to escape, it’s not ...
Destination NYC: Family Travel: Hyatt Times Square by Robin Gorman Newman
April 15th, 2015
My son and I enjoy New York City, and in the past have done staycations in various part of town. This school break, we decided to stay for the first time in Times Square since we had a couple of shows on our agenda, and did an overnight at the ...
TRAVEL MADE SIMPLE. Calling All Travel Lovers! Do you find it hard to come up with cool things to do with your kids on family vacation?
April 1st, 2015
That's where I come in. I love to travel, and have planned many a trip, near and far, with my son. It's not always easy finding activities that a boy, particularly, finds cool....but one of my strengths is coming up with off the beaten track things that both parents and ...
Hotel Elysee in NYC: Review by Robin Gorman Newman
February 23rd, 2015
Built in the 1920's, the Hotel Elysée, part of The Library Hotel Collection. is named for one of the finest French Restaurants of that era. Once the playground for the rich and famous, Hotel Elysée has been home to movie stars, artists, writers and intellectuals. Luxurious yet intimate, the Hotel ...
MOM SHOW BLOGGER: Savion Glover Makes Special Appearance at American Museum of Natural History by Robin Gorman Newman
January 12th, 2015
The American Museum of Natural History celebrated its 36th annual Kwanzaa celebration on Saturday, December 27, at Milstein Hall of Ocean life and Kaufmann Theater. The event celebrates the rich traditions of Kwanzaa and honors the holiday’s seven guiding principles. Tony Award-winning tap virtuoso Savion Glover, of The Tap Dance Kid ...
Quality Mom Pal Time: Overnight at Emerson Resort and Spa by Robin Gorman Newman
November 6th, 2014
All moms need a little TLC and R&R, and this mom got some recently thanks to a mom pal overnight at the lovely Emerson Resort and Spa in Mt. Tremper, NY. The Emerson, in the heart of New York’s Hudson Valley, offers spacious accommodations, an award-winning spa, three food establishments, enticing ...
