NYC

Our favorite The Hyatt Regency on the Hudson! You've gotta check this place out if you're headed to NY. After going to NYC annually it has become a must stay! It is actually situated on the NJ side but has breathtaking views of NY without the price or hustle and bustle. Best of all, directly beside it is the PATH station which takes you to NYC.

View from our hotel

If you know anything about our family it is that our girls are singing, dancing, and dressing in costumes NON-STOP! This year, Michael and I took a leap of faith and hoped our money spent in NY would not be a waste.

The girls were so excited to see our hotel and how plush it was. As we prepared for the big show, Michael locked his wallet and such in the safe. One minute later, our little "techie" Isabel unlocks the safe and pulls out the wallet! This girl is not to be trust :P

Alexandra were amazed at the NYC lights. We quickly grab a bite to eat, find out JEN AND KEVIN ARE EXPECTING>> YAY, and then made a quick dash for The Little Mermaid on Broadway. Our kids could hardly wait. I had been brainwashing them for weeks watching the broadway previews on youtube and watching the Disney Movie. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3RdrQy0j39EThe girls loved it!! As characters began filling the stage and special effects began, Isabel turned to me and said, " Mom, i'm crying because I like it so much." It was overwhelming and hopefully something the girls will never forget. We were so happy to taken them as this summer was the last summer showing. We're hoping to go yearly and next on the list are The Lion King and Mary Poppins!

Big Apple

Anxiously awaiting the show


A and I could not believe their eyes when they stepped into this 4 story store full of American Dolls and accesories.. every little girls dream and every Daddy's nightmare or atleast by the looks of Michael's face I would guess so. Don't go here if you don't plan on spending money.. we spent entirely way too much but atleast Alexandra finally has a doll that looks like her right... I could pry make one myself for 1/4 of the price!

Waiting in line at Central Park to ride the Merry-Go-Round

I think our family has rated this trip one of our most favorite vacations of all!