https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/topics/travel/index.rss en-us Seaside Media © 2021 All Rights Reserved Tue, 15 Aug 2017 12:35:41 -0000 Danielle Villegas Between the bigger cities and towns, there are farmers hard at work in North Carolina bringing tasty treats and educational experiences to local families. A short drive will take you to these real farm experiences. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/day-trips/day-trips-to-local-farms/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/day-trips/day-trips-to-local-farms/ Tue, 15 Aug 2017 12:35:41 -0000 Landmark-Farm-Alpacas Annesophia Richards For a chance to win a pair of BuddyPhones InFlight headphones for your child, simply comment below with why you would like to win by 3/31/17. Winner chosen at random. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/win-a-pair-of-buddyphones-inflight-children%E2%80%99s-headphones/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/win-a-pair-of-buddyphones-inflight-children%E2%80%99s-headphones/ Wed, 08 Mar 2017 13:59:56 -0000 Buddy Phones Annesophia Richards The week of September 18th-24th marks the arrival of Child Passenger Safety Week, something that all parents, grandparents, relatives, baby sitters and other caregivers need to be aware of as they take to the roads with children. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/events/is-your-car-seat-installed-correctly/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/events/is-your-car-seat-installed-correctly/ Wed, 21 Sep 2016 13:09:00 -0000 Car Seat Annesophia Richards Families can journey by car through three miles of over 700 magical light displays of all shapes and sizes. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/travel/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/travel/ Mon, 14 Dec 2015 14:06:07 -0000 Dragon - Festival of Lights Brandy Metzger Carolina Balloonfest will brighten the October sky in Statesville, NC. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/spend-a-fun-family-weekend-at-carolina-balloonfest/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/spend-a-fun-family-weekend-at-carolina-balloonfest/ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 12:50:00 -0000 Hot Air Balloons Brandy Metzger Clearwater, Florida offers a variety of family fun. From white sandy beaches and beautiful sunsets to Clearwater Aquarium, there is something for everyone. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/florida-travels-marine-exhibits-and-the-arts-in-clearwater/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/florida-travels-marine-exhibits-and-the-arts-in-clearwater/ Mon, 13 Jul 2015 12:51:04 -0000 Hyatt Regency Clearwater Brandy Metzger The second stop on our trip through Florida was Orlando. This city is known world-wide for its attractions and our plan was to visit two of them, SeaWorld and Disney's Magic Kingdom. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/florida-travels-orland/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/florida-travels-orland/ Tue, 30 Jun 2015 12:10:00 -0000 Waterslide at the Hyatt Regency Annesophia Richards Many families with little ones will soon be hitting the roads this summer while traveling on vacation, and one of the key essentials of any lengthy car trip with kids is the right kind of snacks. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/the-5-best-snacks-to-pack-for-a-road-trip/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/the-5-best-snacks-to-pack-for-a-road-trip/ Mon, 15 Jun 2015 12:45:01 -0000 Fruit snack Annesophia Richards The idea of driving a car right onto a boat, and then of riding that boat across the river, is enough to make almost any small child excited. I know this firsthand, as my 3 year old son experienced his first ferry ride. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/local-attractions/a-car-riding-on-a-boat-what-fun/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/local-attractions/a-car-riding-on-a-boat-what-fun/ Fri, 05 Jun 2015 12:15:26 -0000 Ferry Ride Brandy Metzger The Audubon Nature Institute has 3 amazing facilities located in New Orleans: the Audubon Zoo, the Aquarium of the Americas and the Butterfly Garden and Insectarium. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/exploring-nature-in-new-orleans/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/exploring-nature-in-new-orleans/ Thu, 16 Apr 2015 14:26:47 -0000 elephant fountain Busch Gardens’ newest thrill attraction, Tempesto™, debuts April 25 at Busch Gardens, Williamsburg. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/busch-gardens-announces-tempesto%E2%84%A2-thrill-coaster/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/busch-gardens-announces-tempesto%E2%84%A2-thrill-coaster/ Wed, 25 Mar 2015 13:58:41 -0000 Tempesto Roller Coaster Brandy Metzger A visit to the Biltmore Estate proves to be a holiday treat. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/holida/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/holida/ Mon, 12 Jan 2015 13:58:50 -0000 Biltmore tree Brandy Metzger Day three takes us to Asheville, home of the National Gingerbread House Competition. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/holiday-travel-national%20gingerbread/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/holiday-travel-national%20gingerbread/ Tue, 06 Jan 2015 13:40:46 -0000 Gingerbread winner Brandy Metzger Old Salem, the Children's Museum of Winston Salem and the Festival of Lights at Tanglewood make a great day in Winston Salem. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/holiday-travel-in-nc-day-two/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/holiday-travel-in-nc-day-two/ Tue, 30 Dec 2014 14:36:13 -0000 kitchen.jpg Brandy Metzger A 4 day journey through Winston Salem and Asheville to enjoy some attractions these NC cities have to offer. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/holiday-travel-in-nc/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/holiday-travel-in-nc/ Sat, 27 Dec 2014 13:53:00 -0000 otter Brandy Metzger New Bern is a favorite day trip destination for my family and we typically visit at least once a year. On our most recent trip, we decided to explore Tryon Palace and the NC History Center. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/day-trips/day-trip-to-tryon-palace/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/day-trips/day-trip-to-tryon-palace/ Wed, 12 Nov 2014 13:56:05 -0000 Tryon Palace Steve Adams We found Grand Cayman to have many of the qualities that make it great for families traveling abroad. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/grand-cayman---a-grand-surprise/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/grand-cayman---a-grand-surprise/ Sat, 05 Jul 2014 21:24:23 -0000 Grand-Cayman-Beach.jpg Bugs Exhibit, a new 4-D experience and an enhanced Kids Zone enhance a visit to the NC zoo. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/what%27s-new-at-the-nc-zoo/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/what%27s-new-at-the-nc-zoo/ Tue, 13 May 2014 13:07:56 -0000 spider Brandy Metzger It was hard to say goodbye to the Disney Dream but the process was simple. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/disembarkation-day/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/disembarkation-day/ Thu, 03 Apr 2014 18:46:00 -0000 mickey mirror Brandy Metzger A beautiful private island provided the setting for a day of relaxation. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/disney-cruise%3A-day-3%2C-castaway-cay/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/disney-cruise%3A-day-3%2C-castaway-cay/ Mon, 31 Mar 2014 13:32:56 -0000 ship Brandy Metzger Balancing time on and of the ship while in port made for the perfect day. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/disney-cruise%3A-day-2%2C-nassau/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/disney-cruise%3A-day-2%2C-nassau/ Sat, 29 Mar 2014 14:58:00 -0000 Enchanted Garden Brandy Metzger From check-in to lights out, day one has been full of fun. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/disneycruiseday1/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/disneycruiseday1/ Fri, 28 Mar 2014 12:40:32 -0000 snow white Brandy Metzger Follow Brandy & Her Family as they take a Disney Cruise to the Caribbean. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/family-travel-journal%3A-disney-cruise/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-travel-journal/family-travel-journal%3A-disney-cruise/ Wed, 26 Mar 2014 12:27:42 -0000 Cruise ship Young history buffs will love the new interactive adventure in Colonial Williamsburg. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/new-interactive-adventure-at-colonial-williamsburg/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/new-interactive-adventure-at-colonial-williamsburg/ Mon, 24 Mar 2014 01:16:00 -0000 RevQuest Brandy Metzger Winterfest is a wonderful weekend family get-a-way in the NC mountains. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/winterfest-in-blowing-rock/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/winterfest-in-blowing-rock/ Mon, 17 Feb 2014 13:43:00 -0000 Winterfest Brandy Metzger Hawksnest Snow Tubing in Seven Devils NC offers the largest snow tubing park on the East Coast. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/winter-thrills-at-hawksnest/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/winter-thrills-at-hawksnest/ Sun, 09 Feb 2014 15:18:38 -0000 Hawksnest Federal rules regarding child safety seats will change in 2014. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/2014-child-seat-requirement-changes/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/2014-child-seat-requirement-changes/ Sat, 30 Nov 2013 14:56:10 -0000 forward facing car seat Brandy Metzger Choosing the right accommodations for a Disney vacation can be stressful. Here is a comparison of staying on Disney property and off. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/disney-world%3A-where-to-stay%3F/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/disney-world%3A-where-to-stay%3F/ Tue, 19 Nov 2013 17:02:00 -0000 Art of animation cars The NC Mountains offers something for everyone. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/family-trip-to-the-nc-mountains/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/family-trip-to-the-nc-mountains/ Mon, 16 Sep 2013 12:41:00 -0000 grandfather mtn The Greensboro Science Center offers a museum, zoo and aquarium in one location. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/day-trips/a-visit-to-the-greensboro-science-center/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/day-trips/a-visit-to-the-greensboro-science-center/ Mon, 02 Sep 2013 13:46:00 -0000 GSC