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Donna M. Airoldi
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If you’re planning a Chicago family vacation this summer, odds are you’ll include a visit to what is arguably the city’s most popular attraction: Navy Pier. If so, don’t miss this deal:

 

Photos: Navy Pier, Affinia Chicago

 

Navy Pier and its official hotel Affinia Chicago are offering the A Day of Fun in the Sun package, which includes the following:

 

  • Rates starting at $229 per night

  • Four tickets to the IMAX Theater at Navy Pier

  • Four tickets to ride the Ferris wheel

  • Four tickets to ride the carousel

  • Four tickets to ride the Wave Swinger

  • Four tickets to the miniature golf course

  • Navy Pier coupon book

 

All told, there’s up to $144 in savings to be had. (If staying at the hotel on a Saturday, guests also get a free trolley ride to the Pier.)

 

This package is especially appealing if traveling with little ones in tow—though I know plenty of adults who would enjoy these perks too, especially when considering that the hotel’s seafood restaurant, C-House, is under the direction of hot celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson, of New York’s Aquavit, and there’s the 29th-floor rooftop C-View lounge, on which to enjoy cool evening breezes off nearby Lake Michigan.

 

So what are you waiting for? A Day of Fun in the Sun is available for stays now through Aug. 31, 2009 and can be booked online or by calling 866-246-2203 and referencing booking code PIER.

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Andrew Weiss
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Club Med offers an “[invitation to happiness|http://www.clubmed.ca/cgi-bin/clubmed55/SP/offersDescription.do?page=INSTANT-INVITATION-TO-HAPPINESS-61US&PAYS=61&LANG=US]” at its many resorts. Since happiness is a crucial tenet for all my vacation planning, I appreciate the offer.

 

To bring this beachside bliss to multiple generations, Club Med also is offering a Kids 15 & Under Stay Free special at resorts in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic; Sandpiper, Fla.; and Ixtapa and Cancun in Mexico. Included in this pursuit of happiness are all the activities of Mini-Club Med, for kids 4 to 10 years old, including tennis, soccer, sailing, arts and crafts, and an outdoor “funscape” of dollhouses, trains and slides.

 

Photo: Club Med Ixtapa Pacific

 

At the Punta Cana and Cancun locations, there’s also a kids-only pool for those little ones who enjoy splashing about. When they’ve had enough of that, circus school provides workshops in juggling, walking the tightrope and swinging on the trapeze. For teens, activities in the Club Med Passworld — such as a variety of performing arts, sports and evening gatherings—are included, as is the opportunity to swing on a trapeze. Because you’re never too old to swing on a trapeze.

 

Reservations must be booked by June 30, 2009, for travel until Dec. 19, 2009; one child 15-and-under stays free per paying adult. For more information, visit www.clubmed.us or call 800-ClubMed (258-2633).

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A.E. Smith
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Remember when you begged and begged your parents to buy you a pony, and when you finally gave up your dream to be a steeplechaser like Elizabeth Taylor in National Velvet and went off to journalism school, they bought one for your little sister? No?

 

Don’t let your kids grow up bitter travel bloggers, is all I’m saying. Budding equestrians between the ages of 7 and 16 who stay at the Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire in bucolic Hampshire, England can take advantage of the “Own a Pony Day” experience, which gives them charge for 24 hours of one of the hotel’s hoofed residents. Riding is part of the package, but it’s not all carrots and crossrails — ponies don’t shovel their own manure (read: help hotel save on grooms’ fees by putting younger guests to work mucking stalls and cleaning tack).

 

Photo: Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire

 

If your inner equestrian is more cowboy than hunt seat, saddle up for the Calgary Stampede, which runs July 3 to 12, 2009. Highlights include annual rodeo events, with top-tier bull riding, steer wrestling, barrel racing and more, along with chuckwagon races, a Grandstand concert schedule that includes performances by Reba McEntire, Kenny Chesney and George Strait, and, perhaps most importantly, all-you-can-eat pancakes. General admission is $12 for adults, $7 for kids 7 to  12, little ones 6 and younger stampede for free. Book the Cattle, Rattle, Saddle & Paddle Package (starts at $305 per person) for a full trip of horseback riding, white water rafting and a cool trip down the luge in Calgary’s Ice House. cs.calgarystampede.com

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Andrew Weiss
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I have never been to Florida. I hear it’s nice. If I were to go, I would like to stay somewhere magnificent while simultaneously saving a few dollars. I’m sure you’re of the same mind. Thankfully, for those thinking of visiting Florida this summer, the Boca Raton Resort & Club understands this dual desire for pleasant accommodations and fiscal savings.

 

Photo: Boca Raton Resort & Club

 

For families considering a Florida vacation this summer, check out these packages from the resort:

 

Boca Escape. A free night’s stay, up to $250 in resort credits, a free half day at Camp Boca Kids Club and free breakfast for kids 10 and under. While the kids are at camp, Mom and Dad can get a reduced rate for the signature Ritual Bath at Spa Palazzo and discounted golf packages after noon. Rates begin at $99 per night, with total savings of 50 percent. Available May 15 to Oct. 31.

 

Summer Value Package in the Bungalows. Select a guest room or suite (one- and two-bedroom suites with kitchen and living rooms are available) and enjoy proximity to the golf course, private pool and concierge, as well as complimentary private parking. Rates start at $129 per night for guest rooms, $169 for one-bedroom suites and $199 for two-bedroom suites, with total savings of 34 percent. Available May 10 to Oct. 12.

 

Family Holiday Package. Two rooms for the price of one on summer holiday weekends. Rooms in the Cloister, the original resort building designed by founder Addison Mizner, and a complimentary half day at Camp Boca for kids ages 3 to 12. Save (you guessed it) 50 percent. Rates start at $199 per room, two night stay minimum with one night including the holiday. Available only on Mother’s Day, May 10; Memorial Day, May 25; Father’s Day, June 14; Independence Day, July 4; Labor Day, Sept. 7.

 

Mizner opened the resort in 1926 with the goal of creating “the greatest resort in the world.” I have no idea if he succeeded, but everyone looks really happy in all the photographs on the Web site. With a half-mile private beach, a spa modeled after the Alhambra in Granada, a 32-slip marina, 30 tennis courts, seven pools, two golf courses and a bevy of activities for young and old, I’d probably smile too.

 

For more packages and additional information, visit www.bocaresort.com.

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Nicole Fancher
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In these stressful economic times, everyone needs a break—even the kids! Why not take your whole family on a spa vacation at the foot of Volcán Arenal in Costa Rica?

 

Too expensive? Not with a new family package at Tabacón Grand Spa Thermal Resort.

 

The award-winning eco-resort is offering a family-specific four-night package with a stay in two superior rooms (connecting rooms, if available), a waterfall rappelling excursion, a Temazcal sweat lodge ritual, a $400 spa credit, a dinner in a private bungalow with your own personal chef, daily breakfast and complimentary airport transfers. The package rate starts at $3,100, a savings of 30 percent (or $1,308 off).

 

The offer is good through Dec. 19, 2009; the package is based on availability and double occupancy for each room. To book, call 877-277-8291, or go to www.tabacon.com.

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Donna M. Airoldi
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The fifth edition of Road Trip USA: Cross-Country Adventures on America’s Two-Lane Highways (Avalon Travel, April 2009; $29.95) is now out, just in time for summer travel. In addition to having the pleasure of interviewing author Jamie Jensen last week about his updated book, he shared his top tips for taking a family road trip.

 

Here’s what Jensen has to say about hitting the open road with young ones:

 

1) Break the trip up into manageable, sane segments, rather than try to cover 600 miles at once. It’s hard for most kids to sit still for long periods of time, so stop every 90 minutes or so to get out, stretch, have an ice cream, take a swim break or see an historic marker. It makes each day special and different.

 

2) Let everyone make decisions, including the kids, otherwise people will get frustrated. (Dads in the driver’s seat in particular need to learn this lesson.)

 

3) Use the child locks in rental cars. (Jensen says his brother had a proclivity toward opening the back door during family road trips, before there were such things as child locks on doors ...)

 

4) Have everyone use the Internet to research the trip. This lets family members learn about the destinations along the way and helps in planning itineraries. There might be sites, events or activities that the kids are excited about seeing, such as a minor league baseball game scheduled for the day you plan to pass through a destination. You can make these types of events themes for the day, or set them as a treat at the end of a day. (It’s not quite bribery, but it is effective.)

 

5) Use a GPS system, and let the kids program it. They’ll then be more aware of where they are and what’s coming up, plus it helps them to remember the places along the way. You can then download the route and map and have it as a memento after the trip.

 

Do you have a favorite family road trip tip? If so, share it here in our comment section or on the Jensen Q&A post for a chance to win the new edition of Road Trip USA. Individuals will automatically be entered into the drawing!

 

 

 

 

 

Giveaway rules:

 

 

  • Comments must be left by Monday, May 4, 2009, 5:00 p.m. Pacific time.

  • Only one entry per person.

  • Comments must include a name and valid e-mail address. Anonymous comments are not eligible for the giveaway.

  • To enter you must be a U.S. resident, age 18 years or older. Employees and vendors of TravelMuse, Inc. and their family members are not eligible to enter.

  • Winners will be picked randomly. The first winner will receive the fifth edition of Road Trip USA, valued at $29.95. The next two winners selected will receive either the Route 66 or Pacific Coast Highway pocket guide, valued at $9.95 each.

  • No substitutions including for cash are permitted.

  • Winners are responsible for any taxes and fees associated with receipt or use of a prize.

 

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Andrew Weiss
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I enjoy the idea of golf. Luscious, green courses stretching across acres, the sweet parabolic arch of a well-hit ball, racing around dangerously in a tiny motorized cart. All great. Unfortunately, whenever I find myself playing, this fantasy quickly crumbles into a succession of shanks which rile the blood and turn anything within reach into a possible projectile. By the end, I’m muttering obscenities under my breath and wondering why I would put myself through such suffering.

 

That said, how about some family golf?

 

Get the whole clan out on the course to share in the fun! Thanks to Marriott Golf’s International Family Golf Festival, even if you struggle on the course as I do, you can forgive yourself and simply enjoy time spent with family. Especially because it’s free.

 

Oh yes, that’s right, free.

 

Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa

 

Starting May 16, on select dates at Marriott Golf properties, families can partake in an afternoon of golf instruction, clinics, games and more (with the extra bonus of potential prizes), all gratis. Additionally, kids up to 15 years old golf for free after 3 p.m. with a paying adult and receive a free lesson from a Marriott Golf instructor when they are accompanied by a paying adult. So, if you want to introduce them to the fleeting joys (and consistent frustrations) of the grand game of golf, here’s a great opportunity.   

 

The International Family Golf Festival takes place from May through December at various Marriott Golf locations. Check the Web site for dates. Marriott Golf manages 60 golf courses at 44 locations in 13 countries, so there are plenty of destinations to choose from. www.marriottgolf.com

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Amy Hatch
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Hello, my lovelies! Welcome to the latest installment of Friday Favorites, TravelMusing’s round-up of the best of the old Interwebs.

 

Can I just tell you that Friday Favorites is the best time of my week? I get to log on to some super-awesome Web sites and wish myself far, far away from the maddening crowd … of my children.

 

Children love to travel, too, and one wandering mama lists the top five ways you can tell your kid is a pro. Meg’s excellent blog was on hiatus for awhile while she and her brood relocated to the wilds of Hartford, Conn., but she’s back online and back in the saddle. Good to see you, Meg! – Backpack to Buggy

 

Sometimes, in fact, kids hold their — uh, stuff — together better than the grown-ups do. Just ask this poor guy, whose tummy upset got him arrested after a dust-up over the business-class loo on trip home from the Honduras. Talk about a — wait for it — crappy flight! – Tripso

 

One of my favorite family-travel blogs got a make-over recently, and to celebrate, the author is heading out of town without the kids. Take a gander at Mara’s new digs, and remind yourself why sometimes it’s good just to be a grown-up, and not a parent. – The Mother of All Trips

 

Looking for a great destination to go solo for awhile? Read this review of the Moon Guidebook for Thailand and interview of its author, Suzanne Nam, and do some dreaming—or go ahead and plan a trip. Recession? What recession? – Nomadic Matt’s Travel Site

 

Speaking of the recession, did you know that you might be getting a refund on that pricey plane ticket you bought before airlines started dropping their prices? Yup, that means cash in your pocket before you hit the continent. – The Brooklyn Nomad

 

I do love spending time trolling for the best of the best travel blogs, but it’s always good to have another perspective of what’s hot and what’s not. So do this blogger a solid and send me some of your good stuff, travel-style.

 

C’mon, you know you want to. Don’t be a hater. Send me your Friday faves to editor AT travelmusings DOT com.

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Donna M. Airoldi
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The screams. The cries. The drool.

The sighs. The eye-rolls. The requests to be moved or have them moved.

The apologies. The shoulder shrugs. The stares of indifference.

 

Kids are simply excited, scared or bored. Passengers just want some quiet. Parents hope the flight goes as quickly and smoothly as possible; some understanding from their fellow fliers would be appreciated as well. I won’t even begin to speculate on the flight crew’s desires.

 

The recurring topic of whether or not there should be child-free zones on airplanes—or even child-free flights or family-only flights—is in the news again. The U.K. division of TripAdvisor has released the results of its March 2009 travel survey, which revealed that 79 percent of the 509 respondents say that there should be child-free zones on planes.

 

 

Photo: Daily Mail

 

A full 88 percent of respondents without children want an adults-only section, while 71 percent of traveling parents agree with them—with 20 percent admitting they sometimes wish they could sit in a separate section of the plane from their offspring due to their misbehavior!

 

I know after my return flight from Montréal last week that featured a young child whom parents let scream, run up and down the aisle, and regularly kick the seat in from him, I would have paid double to ensure a peaceful flight, sans enfant, especially after the little guy stumbled into me, bracing himself with saliva-covered fingers. (OK, well maybe not double, but a premium.)

 

On the other hand, there are kids who are fabulously well-behaved and can even make a flight more fun, compelling passengers sitting behind them into impromptu games of hide-and-seek and such. I also think that having kids surrounded by so many adults might help them to be on their best grown-up behavior, whereas if all the families on a flight are grouped together, ... well, we all know the strength-in-numbers rule.

 

So a majority of passengers—both with and without kids—want adults-only sections on planes; however, it’s an unlikely proposition, especially with the economy still in flux.

 

Question is, if such a section were available, would you be willing to pay extra for it, and if so, how much? Or do you think family travelers are the ones who should pay extra for a kids-only section of the plane?

 

Giveaway deal: The first 25 people to answer with a comment on this post will be eligible to win a copy of Frommer's 500 Places to Take Your Kids Before They Grow Up or Frommer's 500 Places to See Before They Disappear, both by Holly Hughes.

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Amy Hatch
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Good morning, fellow travelers!

 

It’s that most glorious of mornings—Friday. Around here, Friday means preschool, alone time for mama and the promise of happy hour. What’s not to like about that?

 

You know what else I like about Fridays? Why, Friday Favorites, of course! Join me, won’t you, for my virtual trip around the old Interwebs?

 

Friday is the culmination of a wild week in my household. It’s the day when bedtime seems like it won’t come for, like, a week. That’s why I plan to steal this hilarious sign on my next trip to Georgia. Moms, can I get an amen? – Vagabondish

 

On that note, serenity is hard to achieve when you’re a work-at-home mother to two kids under five. It’s no wonder that by Friday I’m totally frazzled. That’s why this gorgeous photograph of Cuero y Salado National Park caught my eye. Have you ever seen anything more beautifully peaceful? – Notes From The Road

 

Last week I asked my daughter if she’d like to go to her grandmother’s house on an airplane. “Or blimp?” she replied, hopefully. I was skeptical, until I came across this post about traveling by zeppelin. – What A Trip by Nancy Brown

 

Speaking of kids, doesn't a vacation that includes running them like ponies until they collapse sound like heaven? This city girl has a hankerin' for a ranch vacation, and this guide to kids and the wild west leads the way. – CiaoBambino!

 

April calls to mind my wedding day, as our anniversary is April 13th. That’s right, every few years our anniversary is on Friday the 13th. I’m not sure what that says about us. What does your wedding date say about you? Or how about the venue? Was it wild and crazy, or traditional and sedate? If you’re looking to get hitched—and I highly recommend it—check out this cool guide to unique wedding venues. – BootsnAll Travel

 

That's it for this week, friends. Now I'm off to make Missisippi Mud Cake for the preschool spring concert. What are you doing today? And please, help a busy mom out. Send us your Friday Favorites, to editor AT travelmuse DOT com.

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Amy Hatch
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You guys ever read “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty”?

 

Think all the way back now, back to your freshman year of high school—James Thurber's classic tale about a man whose daydreams take him away from his dull, everyday life?

 

Well, just call me Walter. Or Walterina? Walterna? What’s the feminine form of Walter? Oh, who cares.

 

I’ve been cooped up in my little house on the prairie since last week, following knee surgery. And by “cooped up,” I mean “trapped in my house with my husband, my mother, and two children who seems determined to find a way to lean on my bad leg.”

 

But! Friday Favorites to the rescue! I surfed the ol’ Interwebs for cool travel links, indulging my inner Walter Mitty. So where did I go? Read on, fellow travelers, and find out:

 

If anyone needed a laugh this week, it was me. I think the surgeon accidentally removed my sense of humor. But this hilarious post about one airline’s quest to use social media to recruit pilots cured me of my bad mood. – The Cranky Flier

 

Most people love March because it signifies the end of winter. Me? I love March because it means Peeps, those delicious marshmallow treats, will be all over the grocery stores. And, apparently, all over the world. – Intelligent Travel

 

Because I’m a glass-half-empty (or is it completely drained?) kind of gal, I loved this round up of most disappointing travel experiences. What? Misery loves company. Want to come over? I didn’t think so. – TravelBlogs.com

 

Want to tame a 4-year-old hopped up on refined sugar? Give her your laptop and let her watch the cool slideshow that accompanies this piece on sled dogs in Montana. My daughter and I had a lovely little cuddle while we learned something new. – The New York Times

 

Spring means that summer is just around the bend (yay!), followed quickly by Road Trip Season (boo!). Take a look at the best gear for keeping the kids contained during that long drive to (insert annoying family obligation here). – Traveling Mamas

 

It’s time for me to take another pain pill and drool on my pillow for awhile. Got something you think we should read? Send it to us at editor AT travelmuse DOT com. Happy trails!

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Lynn O'Rourke Hayes
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Last year, my sons Alex and Teddy and I decided to head for the high country and try a few winter activities that were new to the three of us. Snowshoeing was on our list.

 

With so much snow on the ground this year, it’s a great season to check out this active and affordable family-friendly sport.

 

Here are five places where you can strap on the shoes and head into the backcountry:

 

1. Brooks Lake Lodge. Dubois, Wyo. Our winter experiment took place in the Shoshone National Forest near Jackson Hole. With this historic lodge as our cozy home base, each day we were able to access trails within paces of the front door. On one outing, we experienced another family first: the sighting of a magnificent snowshoe hare just off the trail. Tel. 307-455-2121. www.brookslake.com

 

2. Whistler, Canada. If you want to snag a sneak peek at this future site of the Winter Olympics, then consider taking on the trails at Whistler. The resort has numerous guided tours specifically designed for beginners and trekkers of all ages and abilities. The “Natural Mystic” tour, with an emphasis on nature and culture, meanders along a trail where bird houses increase your chances of seeing wild birds. Later, stop for hot apple cider. Tel. 800-WHISTLER (944-7853). www.whistler.com

 

3. Hidden Meadow Ranch. Greer, Ariz. Surrounded by thousands of acres of natural open space in Arizona’s White Mountains, this ranch setting provides a comfortable combination of rustic and luxury. Work up an appetite trekking the pine treed snowshoe trails. Then enjoy a gourmet dinner in the lodge—try elk tenderloin or a whole stuffed quail—before retiring to your charming cabin. Tel. 866-833.4080. www.hiddenmeadow.com 

 

4. Lone Mountain Ranch. Big Sky, Mont. Long known for their miles of cross country ski trails at the base of Lone Mountain, this family-friendly hideaway added new trails for snowshoeing in response to demand from their loyal guests. Head out on a self-guided tour or take advantage of tips offered by old pros on the staff. Later, return to the Ranch for a soak in the hot tub or a muscle-soothing massage. Tel. 406-995-4670. www.lmranch.com 

 

5. Trailside Lodge. Killington, Vt. With the Appalachian Trail as an option, snowshoers will enjoy an affordable stay in this scenic mountain enclave. Beginners may opt for the adjacent golf course terrain, an easy landscape for experimentation with younger children. Ready for a break? Plunge into the heated outdoor pool or hot tub and visit the game room. Tel. 802-422-5060. www.trailsidelodge.com

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Amy Hatch
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This has been a heck of a week, folks. Like, maybe one of the Top 10 All-Time Hardest Weeks for this blogger. I, for one, almost wept with gratitude when I looked at the calendar today.

 

Friday means Saturday is just around the bend. Friday means the babysitter comes. Friday means there's a chance I might go to Happy Hour with my husband.

 

It also means it’s time for TravelMusing’s Friday Favorites! This week, I needed to get my funny on, folks.

 

Moms and dads know all about diaper changes on the go. Kayt Sukel shares her list of strangest places she’s changed her son’s pants, and she’s got some good ones. Go share your own stories and share her pain, will you? – TravelSavvyMom

 

This next one made me laugh like a 14-year-old boy. I dare you not to giggle while watching this hilarious clip from CNN. – Tripso

 

There’s nothing funny at all about the current economic climate, but one mother makes the case for dreaming of travel to far-off places. – The Mother of All Trips

 

Speaking of dreams, how about a trip to Switzerland? I loved the photos in this great post about how to enjoy the mountains if you’re a non-skier. I’ll read this one again when I’m recovering from knee surgery next week. – Here To Geneva

 

Not going anywhere anytime soon? Like me? Live vicariously through other people’s vacation photos. Our own talented Calista Chandler offers some super tips on finding great images on Flickr, as if the Internetz didn’t suck up enough of your time already. – TravelMuse Photo Blog

 

I’m outie, people. Time for you to ante up—please, for the love of Pete, send us something, will you? Send your own Friday Favorites to editor AT travelmuse DOT com.

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Amy Hatch
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My closet is strewn—and I mean strewn—with rejected diaper bags. When you are on the go with your kids, you need a bag that is practical, portable and functional.

 

Lots and lots of bags lure you in with their sexy good looks, only to disappoint on your first date. This is especially true when you’re traveling. Heaven knows you need a sherpa when you’re on the road with the wee ones.

 

That’s why this awesome contest over at DeliciousBaby (one of TravelMusing’s favorite travel blogs) caught my eye. Debbie is giving away an actual Baby Sherpa Diaper  Pack.

 

If the photo is any indication, this bag could be your new best friend, no matter if you’re on your way to Nepal or the local mall.

 

Go check it out, enter the contest, and tell her TravelMusings sent you.

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Amy Hatch
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Hard to believe it’s Friday again, isn't it? But it is, oh, thank God, it is.

 

What does that mean? It means happy hour, crowded late-evening flights and that tomorrow is Valentine’s Day. It also means it's time for Friday Favorites, TravelMusing's round-up of great links.

 

Traveling with your mother-in-law anytime soon? For the love of all things holy, go read about how to handle traveling with the grandparents — Fodors.com, by Jamie Pearson of TravelSavvyMom.

 

You can’t put a price on love, right? Those who waited until the last minute to show their sweetie some love can make up for it by chartering a private plane. Sure, it costs $3,500, but it comes with chocolate-covered strawberries. — Tripso.com

 

Take your kids on an educational trip and get some free beer. FInd out why one pregnant mom took her kids on a tour of Redhook Brewery in Woodinville, Wash. — DeliciousBaby.com

 

I know that pesky groundhog saw his shadow (bad groundhog, bad!) but winter has to end sometime. Catch spring fever with a great guide to camping trip essentials. — Matt's Nomadic Travel Site

 

Speaking of warmer weather, this February has me yearning for sun and sea. If you’re planning a winter escape, how about 36 hours in Antigua? A girl can dream, can’t she? — The New York Times

 

What’s on your reading list this week? Do tell.

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