Magic Journeys

09/26/2025

🍂✨ Planning a fall day trip from NYC / surrounding areas? This one feels like stepping into a storybook.

We spent an afternoon exploring Sleepy Hollow — and it was the perfect mix of history, cozy food, and glowing pumpkins. From wandering the Sleepy Hollow Cemetery to dinner at Bridgeview Tavern and the incredible Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze, it’s a fall tradition in the making.

✔️ Easy drive from Manhattan
✔️ Family-friendly (yes, even with little kids!)
✔️ No haunted houses — just seasonal magic

📍Get our full itinerary, pro tips, and the best time to go — plus how to actually enjoy the Blaze without getting stuck in traffic or crowds.

📖 Read the full blog post:
👉 https://wearemagicjourneys.com/blog/sleepy-hollow-jack-o-lantern-blaze/

Plan the perfect Sleepy Hollow day trip from NYC—historic sites, kid-friendly fun, and the Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze in one magical fall itinerary.

08/08/2025

🍁✨ Fall in the Northeast is pure magic — and you don’t have to go far from NYC to find it. Whether you’re dreaming of golden leaves, crisp air, cozy inns, or kid-friendly adventures, we’ve rounded up our favorite fall weekend getaways that are actually doable for families.

From charming small towns to leaf-peeping drives and seasonal festivals, these destinations check all the boxes for a quick escape before winter sets in.

📍 All picks are within easy reach of NYC
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for families (or just as fun without kids!)
🍎 Bonus: Apple cider donuts may be involved…

Read the full list here: https://wearemagicjourneys.com/blog/fall-weekend-getaways-nyc-with-kids/

Where’s your go-to fall escape? Drop it in the comments — We’re always adding to our list!

Discover 5 magical fall weekend getaways from NYC with kids — packed with history, foliage, and cozy family fun just a short drive away.

07/15/2025

✨ A Cape Cod & Martha’s Vineyard Family Getaway to Remember ✨

This summer, we finally checked Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard off our family travel list — and it was everything we hoped for: hydrangea-lined streets, sunset swims, lobster rolls on the beach, and that dreamy day trip to Martha’s Vineyard.

If you’re still looking for a quick summer escape, it’s not too late to add this to your calendar. And if you’re already thinking ahead to next summer? Save this itinerary now — it’s a classic East Coast family trip that never goes out of style.

We shared all the details from our trip — where we stayed, what we did, and plenty of tips to keep it easy and memorable — on the blog.

📍 Read about our family’s Cape Cod & Martha’s Vineyard trip here: https://wearemagicjourneys.com/blog/cape-cod-family-vacation-itinerary/

Cape Cod family vacation itinerary with hotel tips, a 3-day plan, and a Martha’s Vineyard day trip — stress-free and full of memories.

07/14/2025

Don’t let school sneak up on your calendar! Download our free guide!

Even though we’re soaking up summer, fall will be here before we know it — and nothing takes the sting out of back-to-school like having your next trip on the horizon.

That’s why we put together our School Break Travel Planner — a free guide to help you map out family getaways around your school calendar, holidays, and long weekends.

A little planning now means more chances to make those memory-making trips happen, even when life gets busy.

✅ Download your free planner here!
Then tell us — which break is your favorite for a family getaway: fall, winter, or spring?



https://wearemagicjourneys.com/school-break-travel-planner/