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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With a nickname like the "Sunshine State," it's obvious that Florida is THE place to enjoy fun under the sun. With year-round warm weather, averaging in the mid-70s, 825 miles of accessible beaches, fantasically varied wildlife, and one-of-a-kind habitats like mangroves, swamps, and marshes, Florida offers amazing outdoor options for visitors and residents alike. And don't get us started on the world-famous, kid-friendly attractions and theme parks! Visit picturesque Key West, the southernmost point in the continental U.S.; always-happening Orlando; the diverse Florida Everglades; the panhandle's fun beach cities; and everywhere in between.
Take a look at our list of the best things to do in Florida and let us know what you've visited and what you have yet to discover!
Overnight summer camps in Georgia provide kids and teens with independence and insane amounts of fun. These sleepaway camps offer many activities and opportunities that regular day camp can't provide. Evening programming, bunking and socializing with kids from across the state (and even the country!), resiliency, and discovering new aspects of their personalities are just some of the advantages of attending Georgia sleepaway camp.
Even when kids age out as campers, these devoted teens can then work at sleepaway camps as counselors, specialists, and other roles. Take a look at some of the best overnight summer camps in Georgia that will have your kids begging to attend every year!
From a lively metropolis to the quaint coastal life, Georgia is a must-visit state! Whether you want the hustle and bustle of Atlanta, the largest Southeastern city in the United States; the lush landscape of Savannah; the quiet seabreeze of Tybee Island; the vibrant college scene of Athens; the charming Bavarian spirit of Helen; the jaw-dropping views of Tallulah Gorge State Park; or somewhere between, Georgia has it all. Take a look at our list of the best things to do in Georgia and let us know what you've visited and what you have yet to discover!
Toddler birthday party places offer that magical combination of nonstop fun for little kiddos and easy clean-up and supervision for parents. Whatever the theme or interest of a toddler birthday party, these Orlando birthday places offer a day of uninterrupted excitement that any child will love. The best part about these toddler birthday party places is that mom and dad actually get to enjoy the birthday party, instead of worrying about neverending logistics!
There are many wonderful Orlando birthday party ideas for toddlers and preschoolers so take a look at a few of our favorites. Have older children? Make sure to check out our Top Kids' Birthday Party Venues in Orlando for more great ideas. Better yet, take a deep dive into our Orlando Birthday Party Guide for even more helpful information about throwing the ultimate birthday party in Orlando.
Atlanta's newest VR experience takes families on a trip through time, to a world of prehistoric creatures and dinosaurs, at Life Chronicles. Eclipso Atlanta has created an immersive expedition for kids and adults to dive into the history of life, all with the power of technologically-advanced virtual reality headsets. Kids will love interacting with dinosaurs and early mammals, and see with their own eyes how life on Earth began. Take a look at our trip through the past!
A magical Christmas market provides opportunities to buy one-of-a-kind gifts for family and friends this holiday season. The Atlanta holiday bazaar and Christmas market spots usually feature great shopping from artists, craftspeople, and creative minds seeling items you wouldn't find in big box retailers or online -- it's like walking through an Etsy wonderland! Here's the best part: Christmas market locations offer more than great artisans —many of these events may have Santa sightings, live music, food trucks, freebies, and more. In addition to popup shops, come fun Christmas popup restaurants and eateries, with holiday themes, seasonal spirits, and merry activities.
Take a look at our favorite Atlanta Christmas market events and holiday popups sure to make everyone smile!
The holidays are here and that means the scramble for last-minute gift ideas and then last-minute gift shopping is inevitable. Thankfully Amazon offers super quick delivery for most gifts...and you get to avoid chaotic stores, busy parking lots, and competitive shoppers. Procrastinators, forgetful gifters, and at-home shoppers: put your worries aside with our helpful guide to gifts that arrive soon after you place your order.
These last-minute gift ideas are all tried and true, tested and beloved. And to keep the love of reading alive at every age, we've included a great literary gift in each category.
Take a look at some of our favorite unique holiday gifts to satisfy every age group! For more great gift ideas, check out the Mommy Poppins Holiday Gift Guide 2024, including the hottest toys and Christmas gifts for kids, cool stocking stuffers, and much more.
Fill up your Christmas bucket list in Orlando, while Santa works on his naughty or nice list! We've rounded up some of our favorite must-do Christmas activities and events in Orlando that families will definitely want to hit up this holiday season. From the twinkling magic of holiday lights to exciting Christmas events at Orlando theme parks, we've got awesome ideas to finish the year with a bang!
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