New Family Friendly Hotels in California:

The Palace Hotel: San Francisco, California

The Palace Hotel: San Francisco, California

Camping?  No thanks we’ll go to the city Every summer my husband takes my son on what I refer to as their “crazy horseback riding/fishing/camping trip” in the middle of nowhere, California.  That is when my daughter and I... ...more »


Hyatt Regency Orange County: Anaheim, California

Hyatt Regency Orange County: Anaheim, California

Property A beautiful, quiet hotel near Disneyland, but a world apart too.  Rooms, the pool deck, and public spaces all sparkle.  Choose from two restaurants, the Tuscan-California fusion TusCA and the casual and comfortable OC Brewhouse---both are very family friendly.  If... ...more »


Ritz-Carlton: San Francisco, California

Ritz-Carlton: San Francisco, California

Property A very family-friendly, large, elegant hotel situated on upmarket Nob Hill. Indoor swimming pool, Sunday brunch, reasonably large rooms and great location to explore the city. Location The Ritz-Carlton is central to much of San Francisco. Walking distance to Union Square shops... ...more »


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Disneyland without the Hassle

Disneyland without the Hassle

Escape the mouse madness at this Orange County suite hotel This trip was sponsored by the Hyatt Regency Orange County in Anaheim, California, who generously covered our hotel room, meals, and parking.  Read our full review policy here. I've been to Disneyland... ...more »

Swimming with Dolphins Close to Home

Swimming with Dolphins Close to Home

No expensive tropical vacation on the calendar?  No problem Ever since my kids and I vacationed at the Hilton Waikoloa Village on the Big Island of Hawaii last year, I've been dying to swim with dolphins.  Every day we watched other... ...more »