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Shawnee Mountain: The Perfect Place for Kids to Learn to Ski

February 13, 2015 by Jessica Lopa 4 Comments
Learn to Ski at Shawnee

In full disclosure, I was provided with lessons for my children in exchange for my honest review. Ever since I became a mom, I swore that I would get my kids on skis starting as soon as they were big enough to fit into ski boots! Since I made my kids’ “learn to ski” goal … [Read more…]

Posted in: NJ Day Trips, Outdoor Adventures, Travel Tagged: Family Travel, Learn to Ski, Poconos, Shawnee Mountain, Ski Shawnee, skiing with kids, Teaching Kids to Ski

Learning Through Exploration and Discovery at the Academy of Natural Sciences

January 9, 2015 by Jessica Lopa 2 Comments
The Academy of Natural Sciences review

When my husband surprised me by booking a weekend in Philadelphia, I knew I had to let my boys explore and discover all the culture and history this amazing city has to offer. I had heard so many wonderful things about the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, that I knew we had to … [Read more…]

Posted in: Health and Sciences, Philadelphia, Travel Tagged: Academy of Natural Sciences, Family Travel, PA Museums, Philadelphia

My 2015 Bucket List

January 9, 2015 by Jessica Lopa Leave a Comment
2015 Bucket List

While many people make New Year’s resolutions, I like to make a bucket list, a list of all the things I want to accomplish and places I want to visit throughout the year. I gave up on resolutions years ago when I found them to be a set up for failure. I resolve to exercise … [Read more…]

Posted in: Travel Tagged: 2015 Bucket List, Family Travel

Road Trip Review: 5 Educational Experiences in Hershey, PA

October 17, 2014 by Jessica Lopa Leave a Comment
Hershey Park

This is NOT a sponsored post. Since I was a little girl, I have been vacationing in Hershey, PA. I have to say I am partial to the Hershey Lodge, but I recently stayed at the Camping Resort and LOVED it! Hershey holds a very special place in my heart as it is the place … [Read more…]

Posted in: Family Travel, Hershey, Travel Tagged: Family Travel, Hershey Chocolate Tour Ride, Hershey Gardens, Hershey Museum, Hershey PA, Hershey Trolley Works, Hershey's Chocolate Factory, Hersheypark, road trip

Road Trip Review: The Crayola Experience

October 10, 2014 by Monica Atkins Leave a Comment
Road Trip ReviewThe Crayola Experience

This is not a sponsored post. Crayola is not just a brand but an icon in childhood and creativity! Most of us had Crayola products as part of our childhood homes or used it to create our initial artistic endeavors and so will our children. As a resident of New Jersey, I have easy access … [Read more…]

Posted in: Family Travel, The Arts, Travel Tagged: Family Travel, kids and art, road trip

Educational Disney Countdown Part 3: Ideas and Activities – Disney Resorts and Activities

October 6, 2014 by Jessica Lopa Leave a Comment

If you have not done so already, please read Part I – The Planning before navigating through this post. You must be getting excited! Your Disney dream vacation is so close, you can almost taste those Mickey ice cream pops! I am sure you have read my list of ideas and activities based on the … [Read more…]

Posted in: Disney, Education, Travel Tagged: Disney, Family Travel, traveling with kids

Educational Disney Countdown Part 2: Ideas and Activities – Disney Parks

August 6, 2014 by Jessica Lopa Leave a Comment
Ideas and Activities for Educational Countdown to Disney World

Now that you have made or purchased your Disney Countdown calendar and planned out what you want to see and experience while on your Disney vacation, it is time to create ideas and activities to implement during your Educational Disney Countdown. To make this process easier, I will break my ideas down by 3 categories: … [Read more…]

Posted in: Disney, Education, Travel Tagged: Disney, education, Family Travel, traveling with kids

Crystal Springs Resort: More Than Just a Vacation

July 25, 2014 by Jessica Lopa Leave a Comment
Crystal Springs

This is NOT a sponsored post. Are you looking for an amazing vacation destination that provides more than the traditional pool and game room? Crystal Springs Grand Cascades Lodge located in Sussex County, NJ is not only a vacation paradise, it is also a resort full of adventure and excitement! Grand Cascades allows families to … [Read more…]

Posted in: Education, Family Travel, Travel Tagged: child development, family bonding, Family Travel, Places to See in NJ, traveling with kids
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