Destinations the whole family will love!

Okemo Mountain Resort, Ludlow, Vermont

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FAMILY-RUN EQUALS FAMILY FUN AT THIS VERMONT SKI RESORT. 

Run by Tim and Diane Muller, Okemo Mountain Resort is more than kid-friendly, it’s almost kid-centric. Don’t worry, there’s plenty o’thrills for hot-doggin’ dads (and moms) but that’s matched by an equal emphasis on taking care of the little ski bunnies. From an on-site licensed daycare facility to award-winning ski schools—starting for kids as young as 2—to lots of freebies, the entire family will be able to fully enjoy the powder. Or the cocoa.  (more…)

 Did you know that April and May are a great time to get deals on ski trips. And without the cold winter temps, it’s a lot easier on the little ones to spend time on the slopes. Just be sure to check conditions before hand (try ONTHESNOW.COM) and don’t forget the sunscreen!  

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photo credits: image taken from onthesnow.com  

The Cottage at Fairburn Farm

Duncan Island, Victoria Island, Canada

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WILDLIFE MEETS THE CULINARY GOOD LIFE AT THIS FARMHOUSE RETREAT FOUNDED BY CHEF AND FOOD ACTIVIST MARA JERNIGAN.

Foodies with families, this is the spot for you: An idyllic island that’s dotted with organic farms, wineries and artisanal cheesemakers that’s also been described a “virtual petting zoo thanks to all the tame wildlife roaming the island.” It’s like roughing it in the Napa Valley, minus all the annoying crowds and adding several cute alpacas and otters.

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Devil’s Thumb Ranch

Tabernash, CO

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GET THAT ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGH JOHN DENVER WAS ALWAYS GOING ON ABOUT AT THIS LUXURIOUS, ECO-FRIENDLY RANCH THAT’S ONLY A SHORT DRIVE FROM DENVER.

The scenery around Devil’s Thumb Ranch is amazing. As in change-your-life amazing. The skiing is obviously fabulous in winter, but when the weather is warm you can really enjoy the scenery and not freeze your patookas off trying to relax under that breathtaking star-lit sky. It’s luxuriously rustic, it’s family friendly, it’s even eco-friendly. And heck, you might even run into TomKat and little Suri while you’re out hiking, biking or soaking in the geothermal pool. 

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FDR Pebbles Resort, New Court, Trelawny, Jamaica 

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A JAMAICAN VACATION WITH NANNY INCLUDED? YEAH, MON!

No, seriously. There is a nanny included in this all-inclusive vacation. You check in, get your room key, a guide to the resort, helpful numbers…and your nanny. And they’re not some beaten down, disgruntled help. The kids have a great time, and so do the parents. The nanny works from 9-4:30 and you can hang out with your kids as much as you want to as well. And the prices are competitive with other all-inclusive resorts. It’s a small resort and the beach nice but it isn’t going to make a top ten list, but it’

s white sand and warm and, again: there’s is a nanny included. (more…)