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Ski Mammoth And Enjoy Family Fun At Mammoth Lakes

One of our favorite things about a winter or spring vacation in Mammoth Lakes, California is that it's as fun for skiing and riding families as it is for those who just want to get...

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Great Yosemite Lodging at Cheap Scenic Campsite

School is over and thousands are flocking to Yosemite National Park for summer fun in great lodging. But if you don’t want to deal with crowded camping sites, waiting for a permit or, worse, being...

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Discover St. Eustatius as a Volunteer Archeologist

For a budget family adventure made for those with a love for cultural history, look into the volunteer excavation program at the St. Eustatius Center for Archaeological Research...

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Custom Itinerary: San Diego To Yellowstone By RV

Q. Darlene K. of Poway, California asks for recommended campgrounds to accommodate her 28-foot-long RV on the route between her home and Yellowstone.

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Families Hike & Volunteer with Trekking for Kids; Treks from $1650

Cindy Steuart, Executive Director of Trekking for Kids, told us about her organization's unusual service programs at a recent Family Travel...

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Family Camping Trip Options

When you think about camping, what do you picture? Do you see a tent, or a pop-up camper? Are you boiling spring water, or drinking from the campground water spigot? Camping means different things to different...

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Top Family Camps in the East

Family sleepaway camp vacations offer fun, adventure and family bonding at reasonable rates. So, think about going to camp together with your kids this year. Plan ahead, and check...

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Lost and Found: Yosemite

I’m flat on my stomach flying at 9,000 feet, legs tight and arms stretched wide. My neck and head are over the edge, and the...

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Custom Itinerary: Camping Out in Indiana

Q. Crystal H. of Dundee, Michigan asks for help in planning what to do and where to camp out in Indiana for her family and friends, a group of 11 in total.

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Two Nation Road Trip, Maine to New Brunswick

Looking for a fun way to experience the beauty of North America’s Atlantic coast? Try the two nation vacation from Maine in the US to New Brunswick in Canada for scenic...

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Two Wheel Touring in Europe

One family's European biking experience with two kids along for the ride, and tips for planning your own family bike excursion. Our family of four went on a five-week bicycle tour from Kiel,...

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Custom Itinerary: Best of Wyoming with Teens

Q. Eva S. of Wisconsin asks for help planning which destinations and wildlife viewing activities to plan on their summer family road trip to Wyoming.

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National Park Travelers Welcome New Airport in St. George, Utah

St. George, Utah is a gateway to Zion and Bryce National Parks. St. George, Utah is a gateway to Zion and Bryce National Parks. These National Parks are popular...

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How To Enjoy Your First Camping Trip

For those of you who aren’t familiar with camping, we’ve gathered a list of tips to ensure your first trip into the wild is as comfortable as possible.The...

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Cable Mountain Lodge, Zion National Park, Utah

Just outside Zion National Park is a new hotel with family suites, shuttle bus access to the park and its own movie theater for after-hiking fun. A new hotel recently opened in Springdale,...

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Joshua Tree National Park Adventure

“I am in this world to change the world.” – Muriel Rukeyser These are the words plastered on the shirt I received in the mail from Claremont Graduate University after traveling...

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A Golden Morning at Goldbug Hotsprings

We arrived after dark with our packs loaded and ready to hike.  There were four of us and we were all severely overloaded for an easy one and a half mile hike and two night stay.  I was carrying...

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Anthropology of Fiji for the Backpacker

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Llama Camping, Toddler in the Lead

Discover how fuzzy llama creatures can turn camping and hiking with toddlers into a relaxing, memorable Wild West family adventure. "Llamas hum!" my toddler son blurted out. Strapped...

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Custom Itinerary – Driving the Pacific Coast Highway and Visiting Yosemite National Park

Q. Amelia M. of Van Nuys, California writes: My family of four, including myself, my 73-year-old mother and two sons (ages 11 and 22) want to drive the PCH from Southern California, and visit Yosemite....

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The Rough Guide to Yellowstone and Grand Tetons 1

Experience Yellowstone and Grand Tetons through this great and informational guide book. What would you give for the chance to lock eyes with the prowling gray wolves of Yellowstone? If...

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Wilderness Pack Trips with Toddler in Tow

After the joys of hiking and camping - with a toddler and some llama nannies - in America's West, we've learned some useful tips on infant care in the wild. After the joys of hiking and camping...

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Requiem for the National Parks

Twas the day to protect national parks, when all through the USA Wildlife and natural wonders were stirring, inspiring places must stay Teddy Roosevelt said the wilderness must be preserved...

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Reality Camping

Everything you need to know about camping with the family, and how to get started in a nearby park so you can practice before your national park expedition. I have a confession to make. I...

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Family Togetherness–RV Style

Are you new to RV travel, or an old pro looking for fresh ideas? Here's how to make your next RV journey as comfortable and fun as possible. Are you new to RV travel, or an old pro looking for fresh...

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Camping In Massachusetts’ Mohawk Trail State Forest

This seasoned camper explains why a quiet and secluded state park in the Berkshires provides the ideal setting for novice adventurers. Any week between Easter and Halloween is appropriate...

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Notre Vacances en France: A Euro Road Trip

Your guide to a pleasant drive from the U.K. - even with fussy little ones - and a delightful, budget camping adventure in the south of France. There are many good reasons for taking a holiday...

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Explore Nature in Gunflint, Minnesota

If you love the outdoors and want to fish, bike, or hike with your family, then we've found the perfect, rustic, four seasons lodge for you in the Minnesota wilderness. If you love the outdoors and...

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New Hampshire’s Lost River Valley

Take it from this camping enthusiast: Lost River is just the right balance of active family adventure and the quietude of nature in the White Mountains. The Lost River Valley Campground was...

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Tasmania, Australia’s Northern Wildnerness

The pristine World Heritage forests of Tasmania are perfect for introducing kids to the wonders of wilderness camping.The moment occurs at Cradle Mountain, a beautiful and wild spot in northern...

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