Going upstate for the first time? Our readers shared some of their best advice. One of the most popular questions we get in the weeks leading up to the summer every year is: Do you have advice for someone going to the country for the first time? I don’t know where to start! Between the…
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Move Over Rav Kav: You Can Now Pay for Public Transportation in Israel with Your Phone
If you’re spending time in Israel, use the Moovit app to pay for your ride on the bus, train or light rail! On a recent trip to Israel, I got to try the relatively new Moovit app and it was such a pleasantly smooth experience. In recent years, riding a bus has been tricky because…
Planning Your Chol Hamoed Trip to Boston
Boston is a great city to explore with the family! Boston is a fantastic all-around trip destination. It is a city that is rich in American History, nature and additional attractions. Boston has kosher food and minyan. We visited for a two-day trip one fall and managed to do a lot in Boston. It is a…
Less-Known but Great Places to Visit on your Next Family Trip to Israel
Israel has once again opened its borders to vaccinated tourists. Are you considering a family trip? As a mother, I understand how hard it is to plan a trip that will cater to your different kids’ ages and interests. As a licensed Israeli tour guide, I know that Israel has so much to offer that…
What Do Your Kids Like to Listen to in the Car?
We asked our followers: What do you put on in the car to keep the kids calm and happy? While we originally posed this question to our readers in a discussion about carpools, we thought it’s apropos to share this question during midwinter break time, when you might be spending a lot of time in…
Where to Enjoy Winter Sports This Season (NY/NJ)
Here are more ideas for some winter fun Two years ago, I shared some ideas for great outdoor winter sports activities on this site. Last winter, I visited additional ski slopes and ice rinks to share with you here. I love trips that are in the spirit of winter, and I always try to find new winter…
6 Indoor Places to Visit for Family Fun – NJ
If you’re looking for a place to have fun with the kids over this Chanukah vacation, here are some ideas. With the cold weather setting in but not cold enough for winter sports, I reached into my repertoire of indoor places to visit. This time I decided to focus on a blend of 6 indoor…
29 Exciting Places to Explore in NYC in the Fall and Winter
Fun is not just for kids. Teens and adults can enjoy exploring the city. Go with friends. Go with your spouse. Or, enjoy some alone time! A few years ago, I was telling a friend that the monotony of fall and winter was getting to me—I love being outdoors but I don’t do well with…
4 Fun Places to Enjoy the Outdoors This Fall – Central New Jersey
Missing summer activities? The fall brings in new ways to have some family fun outdoors, and you During Chol Hamoed, Between Carpools posted this post by Sarah Einhorn on farms to enjoy this fall. If you live in Central New Jersey and want some more local options, these are great places to check out! The…
This Chol Hamoed: Farms to Enjoy in the Fall
You never imagined how much fun your family can actually have at a farm. It’s worth the trip! This year since Chol Hamoed Sukkos is earlier than most years and is at the beginning of the fall season I thought it would be a great time to enjoy a farm outing. Here are some farms…