Ultimate Connecticut Kids Summer Vacation Guide
Are you ready for the #UltimateSummer? Our Summer Guide is here to help you with the best things to do in Connecticut, from beaches and pools to water parks and festivals, plus cool deals, and giveaways—all summer long.
Did we mention we're also giving away an all expenses paid trip to Nickelodeon Resort Punta Cana? Yup. Find the details for that, our summer deals, and everything you need to make this the best summer ever right here!
Make sure to follow #UltimateSummer on Facebook and Instagram too! We'll be sharing our picks and everyone who posts their adventures using #UltimateSummer and @mommypoppins will also be entered into our Grand Prize, plus weekly giveaways—announced on social every Wednesday.


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Ultimate Summer Giveaway
You could win a 5-Day/4-Night Gourmet Inclusive Experience for a family of four (2 adults & 2 children) to Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana, located in the Dominican Republic. Plus four roundtrip airfare tickets up to $500 per person! Enjoy gourmet dining, premium drinks, personalized service, access to Aqua Nick water park, meet some of your favorite Nickelodeon friends, participate in Nickelodeon-themed activities, and more! All included.
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Summer Deals!
We've scored some exclusive deals to help you have fun and save money this summer. Subscribe to our free newsletters and we'll send you huge savings on summer activities and travel for things you love like Great Wolf Lodge, Nickelodeon, Little Passports, and more.
Already subscribed? Look for our ultimate summer newsletter coming to your inbox for details on all these deals!
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