Melanie Preis
Melanie Preis is a writer, editor, wife, and mom of three (including her beloved bernedoodle). Before joining Mommy Poppins, she worked at StyleBlueprint, Turner Broadcasting, and HowStuffWorks. She loves reading, anything Bravo, art fairs, and, of course, her bernedoodle.
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Kids love boba tea —it's sweet to drink, fun to chew, and cool to try so many amazing flavors. Atlanta bubble tea offers a tasty way to cool off during the blistering months, with fun flavor combinations that kids and adults both love. We've rounded up some of our favorite Atlanta boba tea spots perfect for kids -- making the cut with family-friendly flavors; nearby kid attractions; and colorful, laid-back settings!
Orlando toddlers and preschoolers are little balls of energy, especially during the warmer months. These kids love the summer, from splashy water activities to fun playgrounds. Orlando summers allow for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 1-5) to get loose with lots of great seasonal fun and events. In fact, many of these summer activities are FREE, which is an even bigger reason to explore Orlando with your toddler.
After undergoing a $5-million renovation, LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta continues to remind children and families of the power and beauty of imagination. Still located on the top floor of Phipps Plaza, this 35,000-square-foot, indoor play spot features fun and innovative ways to build, interact, create, climb, and even ride LEGOs. And it was the first LEGO Discovery Center in North America to earn a Certified Autism Center status!
We've got your inside look into the LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta LEGO Master Builders and Duplo newbies alike will love this Atlanta attraction sure to connect us all, brick by colorful brick.
Kids will love getting close to dinosaurs at LuminoCity Dino Safari Festival in Orlando! Taking place at The Florida Mall, this awesome attraction combines the thrill of prehistoric giants with the magic of detailed light sculptures. LuminoCity Dino Safari debuts in Orlando with a roar this summer, as families marvel at the realistic dinosaurs and ancient mammals, as well as an interactive recreation zone, fossil hunt, and more. Get all the details below to plan a visit before the attraction closes on June 16, 2024!
Go back in time to the land of ancient Egypt through the ultimate VR experience at Horizon of Khufu. This immersive, virtual reality trip takes families back 4,500 years into the mystifying world of the pyramids, hieroglyphics, mummies, and King Khufu himself. My kids and I LOVED this VR experience — read below to learn more what it's like to travel through time and space...without ever leaving Atlanta!
Ride SkyView Atlanta to see the city in a whole new way! The city's own luxe Ferris wheel offers a fabulous perspective of Atlanta for the whole family. With climate-controlled, private gondolas, SkyView Atlanta offers a one-of-a-kind experience for Atlanta families and tourists alike. Go above the clouds by reading below!
Go back in time to the land of towering dinosaurs at LuminoCity's Dino Safari Festival in Lawrenceville! This mesmerizing attraction combines the thrill of prehistoric giants with the magic of detailed light sculptures. Children and adults alike will marvel at the realistic dinosaurs and ancient mammals, as well as have an awesome time at the interactive recreation zone, fossil hunt, and more. Get all the details below to plan a visit before the attraction closes on April 28, 2024.
Summer camp allows kids to let loose and really have fun doing what they love; and for many of these Orlando campers, it's all about sports camp! Whether it's a specialized sports summer camp or an Orlando day camp that focuses on a variety of sports, these summer sports camps will be a welcome respite for athletes and sports-loving kids. We've rounded up a few of our top sports camps in Orlando that hone abilities, introduce new games, and allow kids to let loose.
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