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Toddler travel ideas?

Hello all - we live in the mid-Hudson Valley area of New York State and would like to take a three or four day vacation end of July/first week of August. We have a two-year old and don't want to drive more than three hours.  I've looked into Mystic, CT, NYC and LI - clearly we waited too long to plan this getaway and accommodations are now far too pricey (would like a two bedroom rental or hotel suite). I've given Sesame Place in PA some consideration but reviews have been mixed and it seems like you're locked into a bad deal if the weather doesn't cooperate. Never thought it would be so hard to find a place for a simple getaway.  Know of any best-kept secrets?  

Any ideas would be greatly appreciated!  Many thanks in advance!

Re: Toddler travel ideas?

  • it's not that you waited too long-it's that every place you're looking is at it's priciest time of year. what about going up to the adirondacks for a few days? they're pretty close to you and there are tons of differnt lodging options/prices.
    Friday, December 28 2012. The day I had emergency appendix surgery in Mexico and quit smoking. Proof that everything has a good side!! DH and I are happily child-free!! No due date or toddler tickers here!! my read shelf:
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  • our son is 2.5 and we just got back from sort-of your area :-) we live in NJ, and did a road trip through NY- Lake George, Long Lake, then up to Vermont- went to the ben and jerry's factory, Vermont Teddy Bear Factory, MAgic Hat Brewery.... it was a nice couple of days.

      Not sure if I can help you with where to stay, unless you're into camping. LOL we rented an RV from Cruise America. It really was a great way to travel with a young child because you have everything you need with you all the time (snacks, bathroom, sink, etc). WE stayed at Campgrounds that had full electric and water hook-ups, playgrounds for the kids, pools, other activities.... it really worked out great!

  • Thanks for all the suggestions!  Husband rustled up an affordable rental in Mystic so we're heading there after all - we're a little fixated on the Mystic Aquarium and being able to see all the ships.  But I'll definitely keep the suggestions in mind for future travels.  Thanks again!
  • I'm from Mystic and I think you'll really enjoy it.  The aquarium is a great place to take toddlers.  Right next door is Olde Mistick Village, which has cute shops and places to eat, plus your toddler can visit the ducks (one of my favorite things to do growing up).  Mystic Seaport is nice but may be a little boring for a toddler.  In Downtown Mystic take LO to get ice cream at Drawbridge Ice Cream (a lot of celebs have been spotted there lately!).  Also good in Downtown is Mystic Pizza (I always try to eat there when I go home for visits).  If you're interested at the beach at all you could check out Esker Point which is less than 10 minutes away in Groton Long Point, or drive a little further to the nearby RI beaches Watch Hill or Misquamicut (my fav growing up).  If I think of anything else I'll repost!
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