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Last Minute Summer Travel Ideas

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Last Minute Summer Travel Ideas
Looking for a quick getaway before the kids head back to school? We have picked out some of our favorite places to visit.  All of our picks are driveable and no more than a few hours from the Philadelphia suburbs.



1. Double Tree Resort in Lancaster PA.  There is so much to do at this family-friendly resort.  This 185-room resort is very family friendly, but it's also perfect for a weekend getaway without the kids.  The hotel is about a 10-15 minute drive to the Strasburg Rail Road, Choo Choo Barn, Cherry Crest Adventure Farm and other Lancaster attractions.



2. Kalahari Resort in the Pocono Mountains. If you are looking for a water park adventure then Kalahari will keep everyone happy and entertained.  Kalahari is just under two hours away from the Philadelphia area. Kalahari is truly a family oriented place and they have thought of everything to keep all members of the family happy and occupied while on vacation. 



The National Harbor area is located on the banks of the Potomac River and it has plenty of activities to keep the family busy, take a breathtaking ride on the Capital Wheel or a spin on the Carousel. Explore the area with Water Taxis or a Sight Seeing Cruises. 
There are two great resorts to stay in while visiting the area Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center and The Residence Inn


Baltimore has something for everyone. Younger kids will enjoy Port Discovery Museum, which offers 3 floors of hands-on activities for the kids. National Aquarium and the Maryland Science Museum are also must see places when visiting the Harbor
If you want to stay check out the Hyatt Regency Baltimore Maryland that is in walking distance to all the attractions.



5. Williamsburg Virgina
The Williamsburg area has plenty of activities to keep your family busy.  Head to Busch Gardens for some family thrills.  Take a step back in time at Colonial Williamsburg, Historic Jamestown or Jamestown Settlement.



Grand Cascades Lodge is a beautiful and well-appointed AAA 4-Diamond hotel located in Hamburg, New Jersey.  The main attraction for families at the hotel is the Biosphere, which is an indoor pool complex with an aquarium, vortex pools, and caves, and lush tropical foliage; year-round outdoor heated pool; 140-foot waterslide.  There are plenty of outdoor activities to keep the family busy.  

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Comfort Inn & Suites Oceanfront Hotel in Virginia Beach

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Comfort Inn & Suites Oceanfront Hotel in Virginia Beach
While we were staying in Virginia Beach we stayed at the Comfort Inn & Suites Oceanfront hotel.  This hotel is located 2015 Atlantic Ave., Virginia Beach. All of the rooms have an ocean front view.  If you are staying at the Comfort Inn and Suites during off peak months or during the summer this hotel and location has something for everyone in your family. Because this is an oceanfront hotel you are steps away from the beach and boardwalk.

Arrival

I have to say Virginia Beach has the most pleasant hospitality staff around.  No matter where we went everyone was so nice and courteous.  This started the second we arrived at Comfort Inn and Suites Oceanfront hotel.  We were greeted by friendly staff, they gave us great suggestions on where to get a bite to eat after our long car ride.  Our check in was very quick and no hassles.


The Room


We had a room on the 6th floor, very easy to get to from the parking garage and the lobby elevators.  I loved the the room because it had two separate bedrooms.  This is perfect for families because everyone doesn't have to go to bed at 8:00 when the kids go to bed.  I also like the small refrigerator, sink and microwave that are in the room.  Perfect to make a small snack when coming back from a day at the beach.

The bathroom was roomy and had a plenty of counter space for everyone's essentials.  My kids loved the dual shower heads in the shower.


The view from our room was absolutely gorgeous. I loved watching the sunrise each morning, it was so peaceful.  The room also had a small balcony so you can have a front row seat to watch the beach and ocean.

Complimentary Hot Breakfast

A great way to save money on a family vacation is to find a hotel that offers a complimentary breakfast for their guest.  My family and I loved that the breakfast had many choices.  Waffles, eggs, cereal fresh fruit, muffins, danish and much more.  This was a great way for us to start our day off.  The dinning area faces the ocean and boardwalk so you have a gorgeous view while eating your breakfast.

Indoor Pool

The hotel has an indoor heated pool for guests to use.  This also faces the ocean so you can still see the beach on rainy days.


Other Hotel Features
Free Wi-Fi
Exercise Room
Business Center
Indoor Parking


Location:   2015 Atlantic Ave., Virginia Beach, VA, US, 23451





Note: Thanks to the Virginia Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau for arranging for our stay at the Comfort Suites and for helping with our travel expenses. As always all thoughts and opinions are our own.
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Review of the Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center

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Review of the Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center



Over Thanksgiving break I had a chance to visit the Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center.  The hotel in located in National Harbor Maryland right outside of Washington DC.  The Gaylord National is an absolute gorgeous hotel with all the glitz and glamour of the DC's best hotels.  As soon as you pull up to the hotel you are treated as if you are royalty.  All the employees smile and make conversation with you and they are always willing to help with whatever you need.

I loved that the lobby was decorated for the holidays and it instantly got me in the Christmas spirit. The check-in process was easy and the staff at the front desk was super friendly.  After check in we went to check out our room which was stunning and the balcony had the perfect view of the atrium.  If you can afford to pay a little extra for an atrium view I suggest doing it.  The atrium view rooms are perfect for watching the nightly holiday shows from the comfort of your own room.  One of the nice touches I appreciated was the nightly turn down service.  The room was very comfortable and so was the bed.

My kids loved the glass elevators which make the ride down to the lobby or atrium a fun one.  The views of the Potomac from different areas of the hotel are spectacular. You can walk out of the hotel to the river walk.

If the weather is frightful during you stay at the Gaylord National no worries.  You can stay in the hotel, the atrium has a few shops in it and there are also 3 restaurants.  There is even a bakery to get coffee or an afternoon treat.  The very large indoor pool is one of the best in the area to swim in, no matter how cold it is outside. 



Here is a video of an atrium view suite. 


 
For more information:  www.gaylordhotels.com

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Fun Things Visits the DoubleTree Resort in Lancaster, PA

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Fun Things Visits the DoubleTree Resort in Lancaster, PA
Recently I had the opportunity to spend a few days at the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton™ in Lancaster, PA.  If you are familiar with the area, the DoubleTree Resort was formerly the "Atrium Building" of Willow Valley Resort. This 185-room resort is very family friendly, but it's also perfect for a weekend get away without the kids.

I have always been a big fan of DoubleTree resorts and have stayed in a few of their hotels over the years. The chocolate chip cookie that you receive when you check in almost saved my life once, after a bad experience at another hotel chain and a late night hotel change in Florida. It's amazing what a cookie can do to welcome you and lift your spirits. This was a also a huge hit with my kids! The hotel is about a 10-15 minute drive to the Strasburg Rail Road, Choo Choo Barn and other Lancaster attractions.

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