Scenic train ride
Our last stop for our second day in the Poconos was to the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway. The train ride starts in the town of Jim Thorpe. The town was originally called Mauch Chunk but had its name changed to … Continue reading
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Hickory Run State Park
For the start of day two in the Poconos we decided to enjoy a yummy breakfast at a Poconos icon – Piggy’s. Located in Lake Harmony, it serves all day breakfast. It is an incredibly busy place and by the … Continue reading
Bushkill Falls
After having fun picking apples and taste testing, we hopped back in the car and continued heading towards the Poconos. First we had lunch in Stroudsburg – which gave the kids another little break and a chance to see one … Continue reading
Apple picking
This weekend was Labor Day in the US, so we decided to use the 3 day weekend to see a bit of the country. Or as we were selling it to Tate – the actual country. Tate was therefore looking … Continue reading
Coney Island
Recently we headed to Coney Island for the day. The Coney Island Sandcastle Competition was on, so it seemed like the perfect time to go and enjoy the beach on a bright warm summer day before the weather starts getting … Continue reading
Governors Island
For the whole summer I’ve wanted to go to Governors Island but things just got in the way – especially a few weekends of rainy weather! Its definitely a place you want to go to when the weather is nice. … Continue reading
Children’s Museum of Art
With thunderstorms being predicted here in New York, last weekend we decided to head to the Children’s Museum of Art. The Children’s Museum of Art is a hands on museum focussing on engaging children in art. Although it is advertised … Continue reading
Field Station Dinosaurs
Since we arrived in New York we have been meaning to go to Field Station Dinosaurs. We had been hearing about it at various places like the Madison Square Park Kids Fest. Tate has really liked dinosaurs since he got … Continue reading
The Bronx Zoo
A few weeks ago we went for a trip to the Bronx Zoo. Last year we took Tate there before Knox was born and he really loved it. This time around we were able to show Knox all the animals … Continue reading
Gym fun!
For those of you who have chatted with Tate in the last few months, I’m sure you’ve been told how much he enjoys going to the gym with Mummy or Daddy (mostly he requests Daddy!). It is such a great … Continue reading