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Melissa Heckscher

Melissa Heckscher is a freelance writer and mom of three in Los Angeles. A former staff writer for the Los Angeles Newspaper Group, she’s the author of several nonfiction books, including The Pregnancy Test: 150 Important, Embarrassing, and Slightly Neurotic Questions (Quirk Books). Melissa loves Broadway shows, theme parks, and exploring the world with her kids.

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Epic Universe Hotels: What to Expect at Universal Orlando's Newest Resorts

Submitted by Melissa Heckscher on Fri, 05/09/2025 - 6:41am

After a day at Epic Universe, lounge by the Lotus Pool at the Helios Grand Hotel.

Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe—an immersive new theme park that’s now one of the biggest (and most expensive) in the world—is finally open in Orlando. And so are its new adjacent hotels: Stella Nova, Terra Luna, and the Helios Grand! All three Orlando hotels are operated by Loews Hotels in partnership with Universal and boast a range of amenities, including the unbeatable proximity to Epic Universe.

Whether you want to sleep in a Viking bed or perhaps galactic-themed digs, you can’t really go wrong with any these Epic Universe resorts. We have the inside scoop on the newest and coolest hotels, adjacent to the epically wonderful new theme park in Orlando!

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Vancouver With Kids: 33 Best Things To Do in Vancouver, BC

Submitted by Melissa Heckscher on Sat, 02/01/2025 - 11:00am

Take North America's largest aerial tram to the top of Grouse Mountain. Photo courtesy of Destination Vancouver/Devin Manky

Vancouver, British Columbia is one of Canada’s most ethnically diverse and densely populated cities; the crown jewel of the country's west coast. Less than an hour by car from the US border, Vancouver is the gateway to the Pacific Rim and draws visitors from all over the world.

But it’s not just Vancouver's location that makes people flock there. It's also the stunning backdrop of mountains, temperate weather, and world-class amenities. With a favorable exchange rate in Canadian dollars, free public parks, and an easy-to-navigate public transportation system, Vancouver offers great value and seemingly endless and unforgettable experiences.

Here are the 33 best things to do in Vancouver, BC with kids, from the famous Vancouver Aquarium to family-friendly Vancouver hotels. Find more great Canadian cities to visit, including Toronto and Montreal, in our Canada Family Travel Guide.

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Palos Verdes with Kids: 25 Best Things To Do in Palos Verdes, CA

Submitted by Melissa Heckscher on Fri, 01/19/2024 - 8:05am

Swing into all the fun for kids in Palos Verdes. Photo by Melissa Heckscher

Exploring Palos Verdes with kids means idyllic ocean views, rugged coastlines, white-picketed equestrian paths, and lush forested hiking trails. The Palos Verdes Peninsula might feel worlds away from the rest of LA's urban bubble, but the gorgeous and quieter coastal scenes are worth the traffic, especially with plenty of things to do in Palos Verdes with kids. 

From jaw-dropping hikes and whale-watching lookout points to horseback rides and garden strolls, keep reading below for the best things to do in Palos Verdes with kids. 

If you're craving more coastal scenes, discover the best tide pools for kids in Los Angeles, drive up the PCH for the best things to do in Malibu with kids, and dive into our Beach Guide to Los Angeles and Orange County. 

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