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.
Westchester Family Magazine
September 2011
Apple picking has become our family’s annual fall ritual. Luckily, there’s an abundance of pick-your-own farms and orchards in the Hudson Valley where we can get a bushel of fresh, crispy apples and plump pumpkins. Barton Orchards in Poughquag (southern Dutchess County) is one of our favorite places. Not only can we find more than 20 apple varieties, there’s also kid-friendly entertainment and delicious treats. It’s a cross between a day in the country and an amusement park, and my kids can’t get enough.
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.”
Read the full story on WomansDay.com
I appreciate the “State of the Union”-type address delivered annually by our political leaders. For the most part, they are concise summations of the past year’s achievements — thanks to talented speech writers!
In that spirit, I exercised my marketing muscles and developed my own re-cap of the last twelve months. These are the major highlights of a very busy, very rewarding year for WordScapes, my four-year old home-based writing business.
This past year, I’ve developed and written:
NYNow: Eco-friendly product design is on the rise
The slogan, tagline, and ad copy for the 2010 Dutchess County Tourism campaign
NYNow, a series of e-newsletters on gift and home trends for the New York International Gift Fair
Catalog copy for Good Clean Funds, a fundraising company offering eco-friendly home goods
Press releases promoting the Westchester Triathlon, a Golf Tournament for international chefs, the opening of a “wellness” market, the introduction of the “Tailored Tee” women’s clothing line, and more.
And on the “editorial” side:
An article on multi-generational travel for AAA Home & Away
A round-up of the largest Jack O’Lantern festivals in the U.S. for WomansDay.com
A profile of a sustainable alpaca farmer for The Valley Table magazine
Just for fun, I’ve also launched a family travel blog, “Go BIG or Go Home,” to chronicle what happens when my small-town family visits the “world’s largest”…whatever!
Are there any projects we can work on together this year? Feel free to contact me!
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
Enjoy the frightful lights of Halloween at these fun events
By Traci L. Suppa Posted September 24, 2010 from WomansDay.com
Great Pumpkin Fest 2010, Worcester, Massachusetts
Haunted houses aren’t for everyone; jack-o’-lantern festivals are a less frightening and more artistic alternative for your family’s Halloween entertainment. Spellbinding displays of glowing gourds have sprung up all over the country, offering an interactive and engaging substitute for the standard ghouls and gore. This October, bundle up and head out to these popular evening events, each showcasing hundreds—or even thousands—of pleasingly illuminated pumpkins.
Read the full story on WomansDay.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.
