Where Should We Take the Kids?: Northeast - Fresh, Most Fun for the Money, Anything But Boring Getaways (Fodor's Where Should We Take the Kids?: Northeast)

by Fodor 's (Author), ElinMcCoy (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1999

  $6.83

  STRAIGHT TALK BY A PARENT FOR PARENTS This cheerful book helps you pick the right destinations for your next family getaway. Loaded with general planning tips, the book profiles big cities, beach towns, and mountain resorts. It also looks in-depth at places of interest by subject. - Historic Structures and Famous Sites: Forts, Lighthouses, Castles, and Skyscrapers - Museums, Planetariums, and Halls of Fame: Dinosaurs, Mummies, Witches, and Robots - Animals and Marine Life: Zoos, Aquariums, Game Farms, and Wildlife Sanctuaries - Parks Seashores, and Nature Centers: Green Spaces, Wilderness, Big Rocks, and Bogs - Outdoor Action in the Sun: Treks, Trail Rides, Canoe Trips, and More - Outdoor Action in the Snow: Skiing, Skating, Bobsled Rides, and More - Big-Time Sports for Spectators: Hoops, Hits, Hat Tricks, and Touchdowns - Family Farms, Resorts, and Ranches: Saddle Up, Tee Off, and Lie Around - Music, Dance, Theater, and the Circus: Brass Bands, Puppets, and the Nutcracker Family-friendly hotels and restaurants are reviewed and rated with an eye to their appeal to children and their parents. And throughout the guide, symbols highlight each attraction's interest to kids in various age groups. It's a wonderful planner that will help you zero in on the perfect getaway for you and your youngsters for years to come. About the Author Elin McCoy's 17-year-old son has traveled all over the Northeast in the course of his parents' research on food and wine, travel, and parenting. McCoy has written three books for children and contributed to the New York Times, Parents Magazine, Reader's Digest, and other publications.

• Used

  Paperback
  1999

  $4.32

  STRAIGHT TALK BY A PARENT FOR PARENTS This cheerful book helps you to pick the right destination for your next family getaway. Loaded with general planning tips, the book profiles big cities, beach towns, and mountain resorts. It also looks at places of interest organized by subject: - Historic Houses and Sites - History, Art, and Science Museums - Zoos, Aquariums, and Wildlife Refuges - Natural Wonders - State and National Parks - Family Camps - Outdoor Action - Skiing, Skating, Snowboarding - Family Resorts, Guest Ranches, Lodges, and Inns - Theme and Amusement Parks - Holidays, Festivals, and Seasonal Events Family-friendly hotels and restaurants are reviewed and rated with an eye to their appeal to children and their parents. And throughout the guide, symbols highlight each attraction's interest to kids in various age groups. It's a wonderful planner that will help you zero in on the perfect getaway for you and your youngsters for years to come. About the Author Clark Norton's 14-year-old daughter and 18-year-old son have traveled all over the world in the course of their father's award-winning research for articles for the San Francisco Examiner, Parenting, Discovery, and other publications.