Kyle McCarthy

New York, United States

Writer at Freelance

Editor and Co-Founder at My Family Travels

Contributor at Family Vacationist

Old trader came back for a bit 🤗

Articles

From Fort Mose To The Civil Rights Movement: Tracing Black History In St. Augustine

1 month ago | myfamilytravels.com | Kyle McCarthy |Kyle Mccarthy

Look past the Spanish fort, ornate Moorish buildings and main plaza to discover Black history in St. Augustine, Florida. More than 450 years ago, the first Africans in North America helped build the ‘Ancient City,’ a Spanish colony that predates the founding of the United States. In addition to impressive architecture, the stories of courage, resilience and perseverance are steppingstones on a St. Augustine Black History Tour.
The Birthplace of America in Virginia

2 months ago | myfamilytravels.com | Kyle McCarthy |Kyle Mccarthy

Virginia’s Historic Triangle of Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown is an energetic, living classroom considered America’s birthplace. Visit, and learn all about where the United States became a democracy. Over the next school holiday, explore this genteel corner of Virginia on a history-themed family road trip. Plan at least four days for your trip with older children. Mix these remarkable historic sites with fun theme parks, golf, watersports and meals craft breweries to keep things light.
Riviera Nayarit Eco Adventures for Families

2 months ago | myfamilytravels.com | Kyle McCarthy |Kyle Mccarthy

From the hip resort of Sayulita to the jungles of the Sierra Madres in Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit, adventures in nature appeal to everyone in the family, whatever their fitness level. Riviera Nayarit, the lush Pacific Coast region of Nayarit state, extends from the gated resort community of Nuevo Vallarta (pronounced No-voh VY-ar-tah) north to the San Blas peninsula. Families will find diverse cultural and environmental riches as well as nice beaches facing the calm, shallow Banderas Bay.
6 Romantic Getaways for Valentine's Day: Reconnect and Rekindle Your Love

Jan 22, 2025 | myfamilytravels.com | Kyle McCarthy |Kyle Mccarthy

Planning romantic getaways for Valentine’s Day — or any time — can be surprisingly stressful because there are so many options. Ask yourself:Is this a splurge? Do you have the time and cash for a beach escape or will a cozy cabin do? Feeling confident? Will the vibe that turns you on delight your new lover? Are you a smart shopper? Make sure the amenities live up to the hype of social media. Long-time partners often say that any time away from home rekindles their love.
Carlsbad, California for Wellness and Work on Active Weekend Getaways

Jan 16, 2025 | myfamilytravels.com | Kyle McCarthy |Kyle Mccarthy

The southern California city of Carlsbad, home to Legoland California and within an hour of Disneyland and San Diego’s family attractions, may be best known for active family weekends, but this fall, the city will host the 2014 TMS Family Travel conference. Rather than a seaside base for touring themeparks, our forefathers have considered Carlsbad a wellness destination since 1882.
Perfect Egypt Itinerary For 4 Or More Days Of Family Adventure

Sep 2, 2024 | myfamilytravels.com | Kyle McCarthy |Kyle Mccarthy

Here are some ideas for a perfect Egypt itinerary that can provides four to 10 nights of family adventure. I will help you take advantage of every minute to get to know this fascinating country, whether you have only a long weekend or two weeks to explore. After three weeks in Egypt — with nine days on a well-planned Trafalgar tour — I’ve gotten to know a little bit about the country.
Mountain View Grand: A Luxury New Hampshire Spa Resort Keeps It Simple

Sep 2, 2024 | myfamilytravels.com | Kyle McCarthy |Kyle Mccarthy

New Hampshire’s Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa has all the ingredients for a family holiday at a luxury New Hampshire spa resort. Whether you want a five-course chef’s tasting with wine pairings or the hearty breakfast buffet, it’s all here in Whitefield. Farm fresh ingredients include locally sourced food, of course, but also killer views of the White Mountains, 1,400 acres of land to hike or mountain bike and a barn full of chickens, bunnies and llamas.
Arizona Dude Ranches: 7 Kid-Friendly Options with Something for Everyone

Aug 15, 2024 | familyvacationist.com | Kyle McCarthy |Kyle Mccarthy

Decades before statehood in 1912, the riches of the Sonoran Desert attracted prospectors and the outlaws who followed them. Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday, Johnny Ringo, and the wildest of the Wild West roamed the Arizona territory. These days, you can live that Old West experience in relative luxury at the best Arizona dude ranches, because dude ranch vacations in Arizona offer a taste of Sonoran beauty along with plenty of modern creature comforts.
Viva Wyndham All Inclusive Resorts

Jul 20, 2024 | myfamilytravels.com | Kyle McCarthy |Kyle Mccarthy

Viva Resorts by Wyndham is a chain of tropical all-inclusive resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean where value and fun are guaranteed. We have long praised this chain because their value for money promise makes their all-inclusive, family-welcoming resorts so successful. Eight resorts include the Viva Fortuna Beach in the Bahamas, Viva Maya and Azteca in Mexico’s Playacar development on the Riviera Maya, and five properties around the Dominican Republic.
A Palace And Pyramid Views At The Marriott Mena House, Cairo

Jul 9, 2024 | myfamilytravels.com | Kyle McCarthy |Kyle Mccarthy

I grew up hearing about The Mena House at the foot of the ancient Pyramids of Giza, one of the most famous hotels in the world. My mother, who traveled to Cairo in the 1970s on a fashion shoot for Vogue Magazine, shared tales of its beauty and exotic ambiance with her family. Many years later, our family fulfilled a Bucket List dream trip to Egypt. We recovered from a whirlwind Trafalgar Tour of antiquities with three days of relaxation at the Marriott Mena House, Cairo.