Karen Cicero
Karen is a seasoned journalist who specializes in travel, book, lifestyle and food coverage. Cicero has visited almost every state with her family (look out Wyoming, she’s coming for you next!). She has spoken at several travel industry conferences, including PRSA and the Mid-Atlantic Tourism Alliance and was previously the senior editor at Parents. A mom who goes overboard for all the holidays, Cicero lives in the Christmas city itself: Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
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The 2023 Good Housekeeping Kids’ Book Awards
Want to know if a children’s book is really good? Ask a kid. More than 125 little readers (and their families) helped pick the top children's books of the year.

15 Best Family Hotels in Hawaii, Reviewed by Experts
Say "Aloha!" to amazing hospitality, kids' programming and beach life.

Good Housekeeping's 2023 Family Travel Awards
Can't-miss destinations for every trip preference — plus, top-tested gear and services to get you there.

The 2022 Good Housekeeping Kids' Book Awards
These top-tested children's books are perfect for read-alouds, storytime and independent reading.