This year we are planning a smaller scale trip, but wanted to take the kids somewhere. We are headed home to the DC area for my 20-year high school reunion in August (Yikes!), but that’s not really a vacation. The kids have been dying to go to Story Land in New Hampshire, so we thought that would be a close and easy trip and we would give that a try!
I just booked us two nights at the Hampton Inn in North Conway, NH. It looks super awesome with waterslides for the kids and a nice hot breakfast every morning. It is only a few miles from Story Land Family Park, so they kids will be super psyched!
I will blog along the way and tell you all about my trip! I will let you know what we end up doing, some pros and cons of the trip, and any super cool things and advice to share. What are you doing to summer vacation? Any plans yet?
We are thinking of stopping in DC and visiting the zoo on the way to visit family in Maryland. We are also hoping to get a way for a few nights to either Portland or somewhere in NH! I love family trips and we don’t do them nearly enough!
We did Portland last year it was fun! If you are a sports loving family make sure you go to see a Sea Dogs game if they are in town. I highly recommend Old Towne Trolley to get around town and see the sights. 🙂
Pam
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Your vacations sound awesome! We are thinking of driving to sesame place this summer, our kids are 4, and 19 months so that’s the only place I will venture….and storyland. You will love Portland, great outlet shopping.
Yay!! Outlet shopping! Thanks for the heads-up!
So fun!! I haven’t been to Storyland since I was a kid. I’m not sure when we will take our son, but I can’t wait!! You are going to have a blast!! 🙂 We are only going to Vermont for a weekend. We are going to see David Gray, and we are taking our son with us so I’ve been looking for kid friendly things to do during the day on Saturday and Sunday! Really looking forward to it!! 😀
We go to NH and storyland every year BUT not this year as built patio instead. Can’t wait to hear all about your trip. 🙂
Ooh, your pictures are gorgeous! We hope to go somewhere similar next year!
Sounds like you’ve got some good things planned for this summer – I can’t wait to read more and see pictures! 🙂
The Children’s Museum in Portland is great! And if you have the family plus membership to Providence Children’s Museum, it’s on the reciprocal list so admission is free. Freeport, ME is a short side trip from Portland and home to the LL Bean flagship store and tons of great outlet shopping…..have fun!
Yes, we do have a membership!! Thanks! We’ll check it out!
Wow that looks great I was just looking into all inclusive resorts for xmas break great timing.
I LOVE the Embassy Suites!! They are great! I’ve stayed in many of them. Let me know how the Portland one is!
They are my favorite!!!
Fun! I wanted to go on a family trip this summer, but hubby has been so busy with work.
How fun was that!!!! We are going to Alaska next week!!! Yeah!!! I love it there.
I can’t believe I haven’t blogged about this. You must visit – http://fortknox.maineguide.com. Take flashlights. Your kids can thank me later. 🙂
THANKS!! Will check it out!
Our family did storyline last year. It was a lot of fun. I have a 8,3,and 1 year old. We want to Freeport a few years ago alone for a beach wedding & loved it. We stayed at the Sheridan next to its sister hotel the Westin. We have always wanted to go back wi the kids. Maybe someday. ~ katey
Wow! That looks like it was an amazing trip and this summer looks to be shaping up pretty nicely for you!
How fun! I’ve gone to the Bahamas a few times on girls trips and with my husband, but cannot wait until my youngest is old enough for us to take a family trip there. My kids will absolutely love it 🙂
Enjoy your travels this summer and I look forward to tagging along on here!
looks like tons of fun. so envious <3 the picture of the pool and dolphins.
That is really nice that you can take a vacation each year! The pics from the Caribbean trip look so lovely. I hope your this year trip is better than all your other ones :)))
I am so jealous! This looks like it is going to be a great trip! Cant wait to see pictures!
I could use a trip like that about now! Looks relaxing!
So Jealous! That looks like a ton of fun!
Oh, fun! The kids loved Storyland last summer, but I would super excited to take them back at ages 5 & 7, when they can really do everything there. Portland is awesome in Maine. It’s a great little city. I love the family photo of the four of you, too!!!
We decided to hold off on summer vacation plans and we’re going to Disney for Halloween instead, this year. We’re beyond thrilled b/c we’ve never been at Halloween time!
Look at that Starfish! WOW! That looked like a beautiful trip. Thank you for sharing your travel booking tips, it’s always nice to find out other people’s secrets to save money and still go on amazing trips! Have fun in NH.
Good luck in your travels! That is one crazy huge starfish! Looks like you all had a blast. Since you are from DC, I’m sure you already know what there is to do 🙂 My son loves the National Zoo and Natural History Museum (loves animals). Too bad the Children’s Museum won’t open till next year 🙁
Have you ever gone camping?! I know, it may sound crazy, but it will make for some amazing memories and stories! Cant wait to hear about your trip. Storyland and Santa’s Village are so fun for kids!
Sounds like a blast!!! Your kids will be in heaven!! We are doing small trips as well and way excited!
YEAH! I love STORYLAND! Have a lovely time!!!