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14 Travel Hacks You May Not Know For Planning A Bucket List Adventure

Make Bucket List dreams come true, and affordably, by using a few of my favorite travel hacks. Current research and a lifetime of travel experience taught me some new tricks to...

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Plan Your Next Trip With Our E-Book America’s Most Popular Family Vacations

Are you among the majority of Americans who say they didn't take a vacation at all in the past year? The US Travel Association reported 9 out of 10 Americans say their happiest...

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Boy wearing a surfer's rasher to guard against the sun at the beach.
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Fashionable Sun Protection Clothing

Protect yourself and your kids with sun protection clothes, hats, sunglasses, and other products that are effectively UV resistant and stylish. Increased awareness of the power...

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Best Spring Break Vacation Ideas

There's still snow and plenty of sun, so get out and choose your best spring break idea from one of our many affordable family vacation deals for 2025.

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Girl on a zip line canopy tour in Mexico
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Wild Side of Riviera Nayarit: Adventures Await

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.

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Looking North and East from the West Rim of Grand Canyon West.
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Winter at the Grand Canyon and Grand Canyon West

Lean into winter at the Grand Canyon, both the spectacular National Park and the fascinating Grand Canyon West. Winter is our family’s favorite season but winter travel is often...

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Camels with ornate wool saddles wait for tourists to book them outside the Pyramids of Giza, Egypt.
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Priceless Pyramid Views At The Marriott Mena House, Cairo

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...

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Horseback tour along a beach by the sea. Photo c. Bianca Bianeyre for pexels.
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Saddle Up To Explore Aruba’s Wild Side On Horseback

We get it. Planning a vacation can feel like a whirlwind of endless choices. But trust us, if you're headed to the stunning island of Aruba, horseback riding along the rugged northeast...

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Kdis taking selfies on rim of Grand Canyon
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Make Your Summer Grand Canyon Hiking Plans

It takes work and a thoughtful Grand Canyon hiking plan to make a truly grand summer trip with kids. The spectacular Grand...

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Woman and man with two alpacas, with a llama in the background, at Buck Brook Farm in the Catskills.
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Beyond The Borscht Belt: Discover The Catskills’ Modern Marvels

Since the 1920s, when Catskills attractions and hotels began luring Jewish vacationers from New York City, it's been known as the Borscht Belt. Now it’s making a comeback thanks...

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Couples dancing to live music at the Sunday Jamboree in the Floyd Country Store, along the Crooked Road. Photo c. Floyd Country Store.
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Banjo, Folk, Country Songs – Driving The Crooked Road, Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail

Spend time in Floyd or Galax watching fiddle pickers perform and fall in love with Virginia's Heritage Music Trail. Old time, bluegrass, folk,...

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Map of the Baja California Sur peninsula with the route marked between San Jose del Cabo, Cabo San Lucas, Todos Santos and La Paz.
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My Guide To Baja And Los Cabos Resorts

Celebrities constantly post about Baja and Los Cabos resorts top every ‘Places to Go’ list. While all the media attention is alluring, these buzzy nicknames aren’t even on...

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Horse waits for his rider at the Kay El Bar guest ranch in Wickenburg, Arizona.
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How To Choose a Dude Ranch When There Are So Many Choices

Does your family need help on how to choose a dude ranch for their vacation? Consider how many farm stays and ranch choices are available and you’ll realize how varied they are....

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Sailboat off the coast of Martinique at Le Carbet beach in the Saint-Pierre region.
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Looking For Sun : Top Kid-Friendly Winter Sun Destinations

For families looking to avoid the coldest and darkest months, there are a range of top winter sun destinations worldwide offering a winning combination of culture, physical activity,...

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Shopping at the Native American Portal Market at the Palace of the Governors in Santa Fe.
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Things to Do in Santa Fe with Kids – Fun Adventures Await

Four hundred years of history guarantee that Santa Fe with kids, -- or without -- is a fascinating destination. Architecture, shops, restaurants, and museums feature a sophisticated...

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Families compete in Water balloon toss at Camp Nawakwa.
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Top Family Camps In The Midwest

Midwest family camps offer fun, adventure and family bonding vacations at reasonable rates. To plan sleepaway camp together with your kids, start by checking out these great family...

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Boat dock at Lake Mohonk with surrounding banks of changing leaves in autumn. Photo c. NY State Division of Tourism - I Love NY
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5 Places for Peak Fall Foliage in New York

What’s the best place and right time to catch peak fall foliage in New York State? We examined the state’s 55,000 square miles (not quite) and chose the best places for families...

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Sunset along Highway I-25 heading north from Albuquerque to Santa Fe.
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Road Trip USA: Exploring The Diverse Cultures of New Mexico

Explore the byways and historic Camino Real on a New Mexico road trip and add unexpected pleasures to your Southwestern overland adventure.

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Aerial view of the Silverwood theme park, one of northern Idaho's most popular summer destinations. Photo c. Silverwood Theme Park.
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Explore Coeur d’Alene, Idaho And The Silverwood Theme Park

Discover a cool rural getaway with lots of outdoor recreation and the kid-welcoming Silverwood theme park in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. This incredibly picturesque town is on the...

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The black sand beach of Reynisfjara has natural, offshore stone sculptures formed by volcanic ash. Photo by Bethany Kandel.
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Iceland Family Adventures

I’m dressed for an Iceland family adventure: puffy, waterproof space-like suit, crash helmet, rubber boots, goggles and gloves. This is Mother Nature at its finest and we’re...

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Indonesian rupiah and US dollars sitting on a straw mat with an offering of flowers piled on top.
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Make Or Break Spring Travel Plans – Hassle Free

It’s never too late to make (or break) Spring...

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Traditional Mongolian riders on horseback cross the steppes. Photo by Thomas L. Kelly
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Across Mongolia On Horseback

There are few adventures that match the magnitude and exoticism of exploring Mongolia on horseback among authentic nomadic tribes. Once an impossible bucket list dream for fans...

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Children's yoga class at Adler Spa Thermae in Italy.
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Family Spa Holidays Are A European Tradition

Did you know that family spa holidays are an annual tradition in many of Europe’s top destinations? Enjoy one in three easy steps. First, choose a wellness oriented hotel for...

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Outdoor Fun in New Hampshire’s White Mountains

For active and outdoorsy types, the White Mountain region of New Hampshire offers bountiful outdoor family fun for all seasons with some of the most beautiful mountain scenery...

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On Horseback At Tanque Verde Guest Ranch, Tucson, Arizona

Tanque Verde is a deluxe western dude ranch where preschoolers are taken seriously and horseback riding is open to all ages and abilities.

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Young girl rides a brown horse at Vista Verde Ranch, Clark, Colorado.
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The Worry-Free Western Dude Ranch Vacation

Try rock-climbing, fly fishing, hiking, falconry, yoga and a massage -- all available on a worry-free, Western dude ranch vacation. There’s plenty of opportunities to ride, of...

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The Stone Bridge at the Bull Run battlefield site in Manassas, Virginia.
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Touring Bull Run – The Manassas Battlefield

History comes to life at the Manassas battlefield in northern Virginia where National Park Rangers and an excellent interpretive center illuminate the origins of the American Civil...

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Crossing the Rio Grande at Santa Elena Canyon in Big Bend National Park, Texas
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Lajitas And Big Bend Texas

We checked into the Lajitas Golf and Spa Resort panting, trying to catch our breath after an exhilarating, five-point zip line adventure above the Big Bend of Texas.

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People around bonfire at lake, Sunny Hill Resort, Catskills Mountains, New York
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Catskills Family Resorts For Summer Fun

For endless, summer camp style fun at relatively inexpensive rates, head to the traditional Catskills family resorts in New York's Catskills Mountains. Popular with tourists since...

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People in Yogi Bear and Boo-Boo Bear suits play miniature golf together at a Jellystone Park.
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Summer Camping Tops Activities List For Moms and Families

Let’s go camping! is a popular refrain, as summer camping beats out other family activities according to a new summer 2021 travel survey.

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Cowboy holds up a girl so she can groom her horse at Elkhorn Ranch in Arizona.
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Sun, Snow and Wide-Open Spaces at a Family Dude Ranch

Picture yourselves on horseback galloping across wide open spaces at a family dude ranch. Have you ever ridden through deserts dotted with giant cactus?  

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Forest Bathing in Hocking Hills, Ohio

Get familiar with Shirin-yoku, the Japanese concept of forest bathing, to understand the appeal of a walk in the woods in Ohio’s Hocking Hills State Park. Immaculate...

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Half Moon, Montego Bay, Jamaica

A previous winner of FTF's Top 10 Getaways for Luxury Family Travel, Half Moon,...

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Wally Byam's camping trailer has traveled all around the world since 1948.
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8 Best Things to Do on an Amarillo Road Trip

Discover the unexpected on an Amarillo road trip. This northwest Texas town is, for many, just a pitstop where I-40 crosses the classic mother road, Route 66. Instead, devote a...

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Relive The Wild West In Virginia City, Nevada

Relive the Wild West outdoors, in safety, and take remote learning to the highest level in Virginia City. At its peak a bona fide frontier boomtown, this hilltop village is located...

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Our Cross Country Family Road Trip 2020

The New York Tough Get Going should be the name of our cross-country road trip from New York to California. We are heading West to visit our son and stay awhile, then...

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Glamping tent area at Keen Lake Camping & Cottage Resort
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Poconos Camping And Kayaking At Keen Lake

Our Poconos camping and kayaking adventure at Keen Lake Campground and Cottage Resort is one of three outdoor family vacations we experienced in the Mid-Atlantic this summer, along...

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Mariposa, The Heart of Yosemite

According to Jeffrey Hentz of the Yosemite/Mariposa Tourism Bureau, in Yosemite National Park,...

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Mount Rushmore, South Dakota’s Shrine of Democracy

I finally scratched it off the list: the very best of South Dakota's Black Hills region including Mount Rushmore, Custer State Park and Badlands National Park! Ever since seeing the debonair Cary Grant...

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The 10 Best Family Activities in Sydney, Australia

Sydney is a seaside city that’s loaded with family-friendly activities. Beautiful beaches and one of the world’s most stunning natural harbors combine with big city verve to hit all the right vacation...

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Young girl sits on top of a horse and waves like a bronco rider.
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Organized Family Adventures: 6 Great Vacations

If time is more important than money when planning your next family vacation, turn to one of these top purveyors of guided, organized trips for the adventure of a lifetime.

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Club Med la Palmeraie outside Marrakech, Morocco, at dusk
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Club Meds Of Morocco

Combine an exotic locale, millenia of history, and a comfortable resort atmosphere populated by like-minded families and voila! You have the three Club Meds in Morocco, each an all-inclusive and family-welcoming...

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Iberostar Playa Mita Resort On Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit

Recently, on a press trip for the grand opening of the Iberostar Playa Mita, the company's newest hotel...

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Downtown Ledbury with Market Building.
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Ledbury and the Malvern Hills

We recently explored the towns around Ledbury and the Malvern Hills in historic Herefordshire and Worcestershire counties. Whether you have a week or a weekend, there’s plenty of local culture and recreation...

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Outside The Gates: Adventures In Jamaica

Jamaica has redefined what it means to have an all-inclusive beach vacation by suggesting that guests explore real island culture outside their resort. It's a great idea to share the wealth...

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Canoes at the marina of Sunriver Resort
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Sunriver Resort, Sunriver, Oregon

With streams and mountains, bike paths, fairways, gourmet dining, spa and river rafting, the Sunriver Resort has something for everyone.

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Weekends Far Away In Abingdon, Virginia

How does Abingdon, Virginia make you feel both a thousand miles away and at home at the same time? Maybe it was the blind...

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Outstanding Family Vacations at Martinhal’s Portuguese Resorts

The proverb “Necessity is the mother of invention” came to my mind when I met Chitra Stern, the founder, along with her husband, Roman, of the Martinhal...

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The Big Island, Hawaii Attractions

Bring the family to Hawai'i, the biggest of the Hawaiian Islands, for a taste of volcanoes, some outdoor adventures, history, pure culture and just to have great fun. Also known as the "Island of Adventure,"...

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My 3 Favorite Family Dude Ranches

Looking for a dude ranch experience neither you nor your children will regret? Sit-a-spell and read on. Families with little critters will find most ranches only allow children 7 years and above on...

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