Gloom Is Not A Port Of Call On A Weatherproof Cruise
It's winter, and while everyone from Scottsdale, Arizona to St. John's, Newfoundland yearns for spring just a few months away, I have discovered the ultimate weather-proof getaway.A most wonderful temporary panacea to the malaise that most of us deal with during the northern hemisphere’s darkest nights and shorter days is part practical, part fantasy, offering an adventure for everyone....
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Five Reasons We Love Montego Bay For Families
Montego Bay, the second largest city in Jamaica, is a popular location for a family Caribbean holiday. With history dating to the mid-17th century when it was a sugar port, “MoBay”, now a tourist destination, is home to many resorts -- some located on former sugar cane plantation property. Vacationers come for the beaches, golf courses, a cruise line terminal, restaurants, shopping opportunities,...
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Half Moon, Montego Bay, Jamaica
A previous winner of FTF's Top 10 Getaways for Luxury Family Travel, Half Moon, Montego Bay, Jamaica, offers the ultimate splurge vacation: a high-end experience for adults that welcomes and embraces young guests. This super luxe resort gets a fresh look in 2015:Travelers who are reluctant to abandon the more traditional elements...
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Family Guide To Disney Cruise Lines
Disney is the mother of all family-friendly cruise lines, and for passengers looking for quality youth programming, it's an obvious choice. In addition to abundant activities for young passengers, there are enough adult-centered entertainment options to keep grown-ups occupied as well. Check out our comprehensive guide to what Disney has to offer everyone aboard their fleet. Disney Cruise...
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Banff, a magic winter wonderland ( part 1, family friendly lodging)
The charming little town of Banff and its endless surroundings will steal your heart forever once you get to know it! We have been going to Banff now every winter for 7 years, and didn't get enough of it. This splendid wonderland is a beautiful playground for toddlers to grandparents: everybody has a blast, so many things to do, so many places to see, and first of...
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A Seaside Resort Escape in Losinj, Croatia
Croatia is a peaceful country of abundant natural beauty. If you’re seeking a European holiday that delivers classic seaside diversions with a smattering of culture, the luxurious Bellevue Resort on the unspoiled island of Losinj should top your list.Losinj first garnered recognition as a vacation spot in the 19th century, when the Austro-Hungarian...
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Holland America Lines Up Smart Partners At Sea
At a recent press conference held at New York’s Explorers Club, Orlando Ashford, the new president of Holland America Line, remarked how appropriate the venue was to share HAL’s news. He pointed out the large sled mounted over the door, which was used by Rear Admiral Peary and his aide, Matthew Henson, in their 1909 attempt to...
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Eastern Canada And New England Cruises Star Fall Foliage
Want to cruise, but not interested in the Caribbean -- fall is the time of year to visit ports-of-call between Baltimore and Quebec, Canada. Last year, Cruise Atlantic Canada reported nearly 650,000 Americans sailed to the region's six major ports in the four Provinces: Saint John in New Brunswick, St. John's and Corner Brook in Newfoundland and Labrador, Halifax and Sydney...
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Azul Family All-Inclusives Offering Fall Sale
We’ve just learned that Azul Hotels and Generations by Karisma are having 30%-45% off fall specials and, because we found them great value during the summer, we want to share the savings. First, a bit more about these all-inclusive properties along the Riviera Maya of Mexico.Designed for adults seeking a luxurious, full service vacation with gourmet...
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Puerto Vallarta Hotels And Resorts
Mexico's tropical Pacific Coast resort of Puerto Vallarta boasts nearly 600 hotels in every price range, from world-class luxury hideaways to down-home guesthouses, and most are terrific values. This town has been famous since the 1960's, when the best hotels were clustered downtown around the Puerto Vallarta's famous seaside promenade, Malecon, but that's no longer true. Look at this blog’s
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