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    • 15 family friendly hikes
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    • Beaches and state parks
    • Outdoor fun
    • Trails, marshes and gardens
    • 20 classic outdoor games
    • Trains and carousels
  • Beltway Bambinos Concierge
    • Customized itineraries
    • Introducing Beltway Bambinos Concierge
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  • Beltway Travel
    • Introducing Beltway Travel
    • Family Summer Getaways
    • Traveling with Little Ones?
    • Why Now is the Time to Plan
    • Travel Advisors Save You More Than Money
    • Why You Should Work with Me
    • How Do You Make Sure the Trip Has Something for Everyone?
    • DC Hotels with Indoor Pools
  • Itineraries
    • 5 Days in Costa Rica
    • {Winter} Staycation
  • Home
  • Indoor Fun
    • Theater & musical productions
    • Guide to Indoor Fun for Kids
  • Fall
    • Halloween guide
    • Fall festivals, farms, orchards
    • Fall Foliage Spots and Drives
    • Fall events
    • Fall classes
    • Fall bucket list
    • Survive Daylight Savings
  • Winter
    • Holiday gift guide
    • Holiday shows, ballets and concerts
    • Hanukkah Celebrations
    • Holiday Tea
    • Christmas Trees, Lights & Markets
    • Ski and snowboard
    • Cut-your-own tree
    • Ice rinks and roller rinks
  • Spring
    • Cherry blossoms
    • Easter egg hunts
    • Easter basket & spring gift ideas
    • Spring bucket list
    • Mother’s Day
    • Memorial Day weekend
    • Tax day steals and deals
  • Summer
    • Summer Camps
    • July 4th
    • Ice cream
    • Sunflower Fields
    • Summer bucket list
    • Live outdoor music
    • Outdoor movies
    • Outdoor swimming pools
    • Splash parks
    • Trains!
  • Camps and Classes
    • Fall classes
    • Spring classes
    • Summer camps
    • Mid-winter break camps
    • Winter camps and classes
    • November 2, 4, 5, 11
    • DCPS spring break camps
    • Schools out, camps are in
    • Year-round classes
    • Gymnastics and dance classes
  • Neighborhood Guides
    • Annapolis, MD
    • AU Park, DC
    • Baltimore, MD
    • Bethany Beach, DE
    • Breweries in the DC area
    • Brookland, DC
    • Chevy Chase, DC
    • Georgetown, DC
    • Philadelphia, PA
    • Lancaster County, PA
    • Madison, VA
    • Frederick, MD
    • St. Louis, MO
  • Outdoor Play
    • 15 family friendly hikes
    • Pick your own fruit and vegetables
    • Beaches and state parks
    • Outdoor fun
    • Trails, marshes and gardens
    • 20 classic outdoor games
    • Trains and carousels
  • Beltway Bambinos Concierge
    • Customized itineraries
    • Introducing Beltway Bambinos Concierge
  • About
  • Beltway Travel
    • Introducing Beltway Travel
    • Family Summer Getaways
    • Traveling with Little Ones?
    • Why Now is the Time to Plan
    • Travel Advisors Save You More Than Money
    • Why You Should Work with Me
    • How Do You Make Sure the Trip Has Something for Everyone?
    • DC Hotels with Indoor Pools
  • Itineraries
    • 5 Days in Costa Rica
    • {Winter} Staycation

Stuff the Stockings with Music Lessons! A Perfect Gift for Friends & Family! ♫

 Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Give your child something they’ll cherish and grow from for years to come—the gift that truly keeps on giving…Music lessons at The International School of Music. 11325 Seven Locks Rd., Potomac, MD 20854    Tel: 301-365-58884701 Sangamore Rd., Bethesda MD 20816        Tel: 301-320-4400

Caribbean Beaches & Water: Everything Families Need to Know

Welcome to Part 3 of my Caribbean Family Travel series! We’ve covered planning logistics and safety concerns – now let’s talk about the main reason you’re going: the beaches and water! This is where parents have so many questions. Which beaches are actually safe for toddlers? Where is the water calm enough for young swimmers? Can we snorkel with kids?… Continue Reading…

Caribbean Family Travel: Safety & Health Questions Answered

Welcome back to our Caribbean Family Travel series! In Part 1, we covered all the planning and logistics questions. Now let’s talk about what keeps most parents up at night before a Caribbean trip: safety and health concerns. When traveling the “what if” questions run through our heads. What if someone gets sick? Is the water safe? What about bugs… Continue Reading…

Caribbean Family Travel Planning: 7 Questions Everyone Asks

I recently polled my Instagram and LinkedIn followers asking which destination they wanted me to cover next, and the Caribbean won by a landslide. Planning a Caribbean family vacation feels overwhelming to most. There’s so much conflicting advice online, and when you’re spending thousands of dollars and precious vacation days, you want to get it right. I’m creating a complete… Continue Reading…

Two Jamaican Icons: Half Moon & Round Hill – Which Resort Fits Your Family?

When it comes to luxury family travel in Jamaica, two names consistently rise to the top: Half Moon and Round Hill. Both are legendary properties with decades of history, devoted followings, and that effortless Caribbean elegance that makes you forget about email the second you arrive. I recently had the privilege of experiencing both as a travel advisor, and I’m… Continue Reading…

Why Spring Break Vacation Planning Starts Now

Spring break feels like it’s months away, but if you’re dreaming of sandy beaches, thrilling jungle adventures, or mountain escapes with your family, now is the time to start planning. Waiting until January or February might mean settling for less-than-ideal accommodations, sky-high prices, or discovering your dream destination is more costly than you wanted to invest. The Early Bird Gets… Continue Reading…

Spanish Farm Stays: Planning the Perfect Agrotourism Adventure in Rural Spain

When I started planning an upcoming trip to Spain with my daughter, I found myself going down a rabbit hole that opened my eyes to an incredible world of possibilities—Spanish farm stays, or “agroturismos.” While we won’t be staying at one during our upcoming trip (our itinerary was already pretty set, and most of these gems are wonderfully off the… Continue Reading…

12 Family-Friendly Ski Destinations in the US and Europe

Planning a family ski vacation can feel overwhelming with so many destinations to choose from. Whether you’re teaching the little ones to snowplow for the first time or looking for challenging runs to keep teenagers engaged, finding the perfect resort that caters to every family member’s needs is essential. In this third installment of our Christmas traveling series, we’re trading… Continue Reading…

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