These 10 Educational Trips for Families to Take in the U.S on a Budget are wonderful memorable vacations. Education for us is in everything we do including travel. The Best way to learn is with hands on experiences and travel often provides great opportunities. While we learn on almost every trip, we take these are…
Category: New York State
New York State
there’s plenty of options for Budget Travel to New York with Kids. New York State Family Vacation options are endless. It is the 27th largest state in the USA but ranks 4th for the population. There are many New York Cheap Family Vacation options. We have everything you need to plan a weekend getaway from NYC or simply a New York Getaway.
While New York City is the largest and most populous area of the state, Albany, NY is the State’s Capitol. The area around New York’s Capitol is called the Capital Region.
Being from the Capitol Region I love to share the wonderful things there is to do in this area but also have a lot of experience visiting much of New York State and can attest to its diverse activities and vacation destinations for families.
The Hudson Valley is another great region to visit in NYS, as are the Many New York State Parks including the Adirondacks.
Day Trips from Albany with Kids
You don’t have to travel far to enjoy some of the best day trips from Albany with kids. I compiled a list of our favorite places to visit when we aren’t doing an overnight trip as well as the numerous places, we have on our bucket list to visit when we have a day off…
Hyatt Regency JFK at Resort World with Kids
The Hyatt Regency JFK Resort World is a fairly new hotel with a club lounge. The rooms are spacious and the Hotel offers Club Lounge Access. If you are not Globalist you can pay a fee to enter for the evening or for breakfast. The only thing missing is a pool and a kids club….
Best Indoor Waterparks in the Northeast on a Budget
The Best Indoor Waterparks in the Northeast on a Budget can help you plan a fun affordable family vacation even in winter. Check out these tips to book an indoor waterpark on a budget this winter. Tips for booking a waterpark on a budget and find out some of the best indoor waterparks in the…
Top 10 Family Friendly Fall Weekend Getaways in the Northeast
Top 10 Family Friendly Fall Weekend Getaways in the Northeast. Throw on a Sweater and get ready to spend the day out in nature and evenings by the fire side. These getaways are great for a weekend but you can easily spend a week if you have to exploring the area and enjoy fall color…
Budget Travel: Best East Coast Bike Trails with Kids
Budget Travel: Best East Coast Bike Trails with Kids. A Family bike ride is a wonderful family activity when on vacation. These destinations on the east coast offer a nice bike trail as well as plenty of other cheap vacation activities for a funfilled trip. 1. Albany County Helderberg-Hudson Rail Trail, Albany, NY Located in…
Free or Cheap Things to do In the Capital Region with Kids This Summer
Free or Cheap Things to do In the Capital Region with Kids This Summer There are tons of this to do in summer for free or cheap to enjoy. Budget Activities with kids can still be a lot of fun. Here’s a variety of options including specific places you can head this summer. 1. Head…
Capital Region Best Beaches Near Albany
There are some great lakeside beaches in the Capital Region near Albany to visit in the hot summer months. Capital Region Beaches provide endless fun in the sand and water. Some offer kayaking and more. If you are looking for a Cheap Family Vacation there’s often camping available nearby as well. Even when the temperatures…
New York Day Trips: Columbia County
New York Day Trips: Columbia County. There are many things to do in Columbia County with kids. There are also plenty of pet-friendly activities if you want to take your dog with you on a day trip to Columbia County. Columbia County is approximately 2.5 hours from NYC and only 30 minutes from Albany. It…
What’s New at Legoland New York in 2022
What’s New at Legoland New York in 2022? The biggest news is the Splash bucket park which is the largest addition this year. There are many other additions and changes this year at LEGOLAND NY. Find out what’s new, then plan your visit to Legoland New York and find out how to avoid the crowds….