Girlfriend Getaways – Ladies Who Lounge – Chocolate Spa | Hershey Pa.
Long Weekends
Fall-Winter 2011
When you think Hershey, you typically think “kid stuff” — a slab of chocolate nestled between two marshmallow-y grahams, a surprise Kiss hidden inside a Valentine’s Day card, a chocolate reward for a job well done. But at the luxurious Chocolate Spa in Hershey, Pennsylvania, you’ll find treats that are a little more grown up.
By Traci L. Suppa Posted May 12, 2011 on WomansDay.com
The Museum of Play, Rochester, NY
“School’s out for summer—which means the kids need entertaining. This year, instead of heading to the closest theme park, consider a more educational vacation. The 10 cities below boast some of the best learning experiences in the country; plus, they’re loads of fun for little ones. These facilities are more than just indoor playgrounds––they’re hands-on and high-tech, introducing concepts of math, science, literature, history and geography in such an active, engaging way that the kids will never suspect that they’re expanding their minds.”
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Two articles I’ve recently written for Luminary Publishing feature some of my favorite places here in the Hudson Valley.
Sojourn
The first is a contribution to the “Community Pages” section in the April issue of Chronogram magazine. The Other Tri-State Area features the neighboring towns of Millerton and Amenia in Dutchess County.
The second is a piece describing the region’s major art museums. From Cole to Calder is featured in the spring/summer issue of Sojourn, A Seasonal Guide to the Mid-Hudson Valley.
An article written by Traci was recently published in the December 2010 – February 2010 issue of The Valley Table.
The sight of alpacas in Millbrook raised some eyebrows initially. “When we first moved up here, everyone was very curious about the crazy Germans raising alpacas here in horse country,” Alicia says amusedly.
Read the full article here.
More information: http://valleytable.com
Westchester Family - November 2010
An article written by Traci was recently published in the November 2010 issue of Westchester Family.
At Manhattan’s epicenter, Times Square is a 24/7 celebration of sight and sound. Within a five-block radius, there are enough attractions, theaters, restaurants and shops to easily fill a day of fun appropriate for all ages. Don’t let winter weather prevent you from visiting over the holiday season, because there’s always plenty going on!
Read the Full Article in the November 2010 issue of Westchester Family
More information: http://westchesterfamily.com
Westchester Family Magazine - June 2010
An article written by Traci was recently published in the June 2010 issue of Westchester Family Magazine.
If you’re like me, you believe skiing is a sport best left to Olympic athletes and the Swiss. However, you risk overlooking some great summer vacation destinations in New England, thinking they don’t have much to offer when it’s not snowing. Vermont, as my family found out, has a lot going for it when the mountains of the “Green Mountain State” are still actually green.
More information: http://westchesterfamily.com
Hudson Valley Parent
2010 Travel Issue
Two articles by Traci Suppa appear in the May 2010 issue of Hudson Valley Parent magazine, the annual Travel Guide issue.
- Summertime Scholastics: Local attractions bundle fun and learning
(Pages 42-44)
- Aquatic and Equine Fun: Find it this summer at nearby waterparks and ranch resorts
(Pages 55-57)
For more information, visit http://nyparenttravelguide.com
This Connecticut Town On Long Island Sound Has Getaway Appeal For All Seasons
Hudson Valley Life
By Traci L Suppa
Hudson Valley Life
March 2010
Just two hours away from the Hudson Valley, Mystic is a quintessential New England shore town. Though the beaches along Long Island Sound don’t open until Memorial Day, there are plenty of attractions and activities to make Mystic worth your while any month of the year. If time allows, set aside a few days to explore the greater “Mystic Country” region, which includes New London, Norwich, Storrs, Putnam and Woodstock.
Part 1: Tall ships and beluga whales
Part 2: Bogart & Bacall slept here; Fish & Mystic Pizza
Part 3: One of a kind shops; Let it roll; Top public golf courses; and Plan your escape.
Universal Orlando
Top options for intergenerational, group and reunion travel
By Traci L. Suppa
AAA Home & Away Magazine, January/February 2010
Pleasing a family of four when planning a vacation can be challenging. Getting it right when the group also includes Grandma, Uncle George and George Jr. is a bit trickier. But intergenerational travel, also known as “togethering,” is a growing trend, and many destinations cater to the specific needs of family groups.
Whether families are planning a long weekend for just the kids and parents or a large annual family reunion, the main considerations should be: Will there be a variety of activities to please everyone? Are there opportunities for everyone to spend time all together? Will someone on staff be there to help iron out details?
Here are three different options that meet these requirements, with the convenience of unpacking only once. Plus, these are trips the generations can take any time of year.
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By Traci L. Suppa – Posted December 07, 2009 on WomansDay.com
7 Steps to a Superior Christmas Newsletter
Just before our first winter together as newlyweds, my husband and I became victims of the dreaded Christmas newsletter. You know the type—long, boastful, boring missives. I vowed to create a humorous and appealing version for us to send out. Now, 13 years and two kids later, the “Suppa Family’s Official Christmas Newsletter” is an eagerly anticipated publication that gets rave reviews. If you don’t believe me, ask my cousin-in-law, who has saved every single one. We get complaints if they arrive late or get lost in the mail. Plus, pseudo-friends have actually asked to be added to our Christmas card list so they can get one.
Which leads me to my mission: to rid the world of bad holiday newsletters. Whether you create yours using the newest social media and online tools or still “snail mail” it, the bottom line is, you should keep yours lighthearted and memorable; think not only about what you say, but how you say it. Here are seven things to keep in mind if you want your readers coming back for more.
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