When visitors think of fast food in New York City, they often think of two things: pizza and hot dogs. And man do we have an awesome selection of both. As a New Yorker, I am not leery about grabbing a “dirty dog” from the corner vendor, or a messy slice from the local pizza joint down the block. But if you’re just visiting – especially with kids – it might be best to check out[...]
The other “local dish” of New York City, the pizza, has a few places where adults and kids can enjoy a good slice, without the lines and with all the simplicity and basics of what makes a New York City pizza a must try when visiting. Two Boots Pizza – If staying at the Grand Hyatt New York, then you have easy access to fabulous Grand Central Station, which happens to house my kid[...]
My 12 year and I woke up today ready to head out for a swim before the day's activities. However, as we made our way out of the Royal Tower (where we are staying), we became distracted by how everything looks when lit by the bright warm sun of the Bahamas and by the incredible landscape in the area. We decided to walk through the tunnels of The Dig again, which was a totally dif[...]
My 12 year old son and I have set out on a new adventure. We have set off on a trip to the Bahamas to check out the Atlantis Paradise Island's new 8,000 square feet Atlantis Kids Adventures (AKA), designed while taking into the consideration the imagination and desires of the younger traveler. The trip, hosted by JetBLue, Atlantis, and Lego, has also provided my son and I with an opportun[...]
I would like to say that everyday of my life is exciting...and most of the time I think it is, but that's not to say that any one else would think so. Like most parents every where, I have routines brought on by the lives of our children and what makes them happy. I thought I would give you a glimpse of these routines. I just took on the role of taking the 4-year-old to school. PreK to b[...]
We’re just not talking about any old candy. We’re talking about the good stuff, the things that make kids both young and old giggle in delight at the sight of it all. Sweeten up your trip to New York with a stop at these four candy stores. The predictably awesome M&M World in Times Square is where images of those green, blue, yellow, and red candy characters we all know and love[...]
Lately my boys have refused to be inside. I don't blame them of course, we've been inside, sheltering ourselves from the cold for so long now that they have begun to reject the chill on their cheeks and decided to endure whatever the freezing temperatures may be just to be outside. Because to them, the city is their playground, every corner a discovery, every block a path to adventure.[...]
The following post was written by my 12 year old son, David, based on his experiences ice skating with a few of his friends this past weekend. This is his Adventure, without parents in tow. This weekend my friends and I went to Battery Park Ice Skating Rink. I was really excited because I love to ice skate . The price is pretty decent at $13, which includes $10.00 for the admission and[...]
Recently in meeting some twitter friends, I made my way to the east side. The day was snowy, but the air that greeted me as I exited the subway was filled with the warm beats of an ancient Salsero whose music I often heard played during my childhood, but whose name escaped me. This is East Harlem. Still signs of the old Puerto Rico left to enjoy, at least for now. I walked over to 1st Ave,[...]
I'm not a fan of New Year Resolutions. Though I love New Beginnings. For me, it's a time of reflection, a time to take a long hard look at what/who is weighing me down, and what/who is lifting me up. But most of all it is a time, though not the only time throughout the year, where I can really appreciate all of the people that have made this year one of growth, learning, and happiness fo[...]
