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
  1997

  $4.38

  * A cheerful, fact-packed book that gives families just the help they need to pick the right destination for their next trip, whether that's a weekend getaway or a weeklong vacation.
  * Detailed chapters on major cities and family-friendly resort areas, including Boston, New York, and ocean and mountain towns.
  * Top family activities and destinations by category (with categories ranging from big-time sports, skiing, and other outdoor activities to family farms and ranches, children's museums, and historic sites.
  * Loaded with suggestions for family-friendly places to stay and eat.
  * Written by Elin McCoy, who has traveled all over the Northeast for years in the company of her teenage son.