85 Fall Getaways: One Is Guaranteed To Get You Out Of The House
Fall, our favorite season, is here, easing the chaos of summer fun, nonstop kids, and constant spending. Whether you’re raising toddlers, teens, or savoring an empty nest, the...
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5 Top U.S. Historical Sites That Inspire Kids to Learn Through Travel
Travel introduces children to a world of stories, so they can look beyond books and learn through travel. Some U.S. historical sites make this even more engaging, blending hands-on...
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The Real Oktoberfest
Cologne is known for Carnival, Berlin has its Film Festival, and Munich -- where they adopted the beer purity law in 1516 -- may be the epicenter of Oktoberfest....
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10 Best Winter Activities in Alaska
From November to April, unique winter activities in Alaska make America’s 49th state one of its most desirable adventure destinations. Dying to see the Northern Lights? You may....
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Enjoy A Catnap At Hello Kitty Suites In Japan’s Family Friendly Hotels
Wow your family with a blissful night’s sleep at one of Japan’s stunning Hello Kitty hotel rooms. The...
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A Pharaoh’s Playground: The Grand Egyptian Museum Opens GEM Childrens Museum
If you’re asking when the Grand Egyptian Museum will have its grand opening, you are asking the wrong question. On a recent visit to Egypt, my family toured the stunning GEM,...
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It’s Saratoga For The Win: Family-Friendly Saratoga Springs, NY
Saratoga Springs NY, which came to prominence as a 19th-century resort, boasts many things to do with kids. If natural mineral springs, horse racing, gambling, and luxury hotels...
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Universal’s Hard Rock Hotel At Universal Orlando Resort
"I love Rock n' Roll" might as well be the refrain at this elegant Orlando outpost of the Hard Rock dining and hotel empire. There's loads of rockstar and kid...
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Fuerteventura Family Holidays: Best Areas & Things to Do
Fuerteventura family holidays are big on beach time, with soft sand, shallow waters, and sunshine most of the year. And when you’re ready to explore? There are loads of things...
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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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Best Hotels in Philadelphia for Families: Your Perfect Stay
When you're set to visit Philadelphia, one of America's most historic cities, you need a guide to the best family hotels in each district.
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A Luxury Halong Bay Cruise In Vietnam
We all like a bargain, but sometimes saving money on a cheap excursion can backfire, and end in tragedy as this
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Shoes Off? Shoes On! The Latest Air Travel Tips To Ease Family Vacation Hassles
The Dept. of Homeland Security just announced the end of their shoes-off mandate, proclaiming the new policy will increase hospitality for travelers. Really? Given the...
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Explore Cheapest National Parks – Save Big on Adventures!
Save money by exploring America outdoors on a cheap national parks vacation with our eight budget-saving trip planning tips.
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Consent to Travel Letter Forms
Thank you for requesting these Consent to Travel forms. They are the documents required for travel with minors, shared as a service of the Family Travel Forum community.
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Required Documents And Travel Consent Letters For Travel With Minors
Whether you’re married and leaving a spouse behind to work; grandparents taking grandchildren on vacation; same sex couples with adopted children -- even a military family trying...
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51 Summer Trip Ideas – Plan Your Perfect Family Vacation
It’s time for our annual roundup of the 51 best family summer trip ideas! Wave goodbye to work and school stress, and forget about travel hiccups or economic woes. Right now,...
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Summer Blockbuster Stays: Family Entertainment Hotels Where Pop Culture and Fun Collide
Why pay for theme parks when there are hotels with entertainment for families? This summer of budget-watching is the ideal time to discover unique family resorts and hotels with...
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Global Entry And TSA PreCheck Reduce Airport Hassles
Over the past month, I've been renewing my Global Entry and TSA PreCheck status. With increased immigration scrutiny at all borders, they're more...
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Short Breaks And Weekend Getaways From Philadelphia
Philadelphia families know the big state of Pennsylvania offers many possible weekend getaways. But have you considered the big city life, sand beaches and roller coasters nearby...
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Cape May, New Jersey Attractions Lure Families
Picturesque, Victorian style homes, quiet lanes, and family attractions go hand in hand in Cape May, New Jersey. The beautiful seaside getaway I visited with my...
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Teen Travel Trends: A Look At Where And Why Teens Travel
Thank you for your interest in "Family Travel Forum Reports: Teen and Student Travel Trends." We have collected a lot of anonymized data on where teens travel and why they go....
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Why LaGuardia Terminal B Is The Future of Airports
LaGuardia Terminal B has showcased the future of airports since the $8 billion renovation which began in 2016. Today, public spaces feed the body and soul. Travelers experience...
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From Fort Mose To The Civil Rights Movement: Tracing Black History In St. Augustine
Look past the Spanish fort, ornate Moorish buildings and main plaza to discover Black history in St. Augustine, Florida. More than 450 years ago, the first Africans in North America...
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Road Trip USA: Florida Beach Road Trip Along US1 From Jacksonville To Key West
Welcome to Routes 1 and A1A, the twin coastal roads along the Atlantic coast between Jacksonville and Key West that form the greatest Florida beach road trip.
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Favorite Resources For Planning Family Road Trips
Planning family road trips is a major undertaking, but long distance driving makes for one of the best value and most rewarding vacations you can do.
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Traveling to Aruba Checklist – The Best Vacation Ever!
Ensure a safe and enjoyable Aruba family vacation or remote work break with our Traveling to Aruba Checklist. This southern Caribbean island prioritizes safety and...
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California Haunted Houses and Halloween Happiness
Discover ghosts, goblins and Halloween costumes along with ghoulishly fun frights at California haunted houses, theme parks and other Halloween venues. Since the fright industry...
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Northern Thailand’s New Sights and Tastes
The best vacation I have ever had was when I went to Thailand when I was 11 years old. My mom had to write an article about Northern Thailand so I got to go with her.
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Best Sites for Vacation Packages – Top Travel Deals
We are often asked how to save money with vacation deals, so we are sharing our favorite sites for discount travel booking. As a network of frequent traveling parents, we do a...
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Paddling to Cozumel: Sacred Mayan Journey
The spiritual traditions behind the Sacred Mayan Journey (Travesía Sagrada Maya), a canoe trip to Cozumel, have put this Mexico adventure on many bucket...
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How To Get Your Own US Passport & Start Your Adventure
Your U.S. passport is a travel essential because a U.S. citizen's birth certificate does not suffice to cross borders. That law applies to citizens of any age...
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Atlanta Georgia Attractions: 12 Top Places to Visit
Atlanta, Georgia attractions will thrill families seeking culture, history, and recreation. As Georgia’s biggest city, there are so many sights you could spend weeks here.
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Columbus Ohio Attractions
The state's capital and largest city, Columbus, Ohio has affordable, entertaining attractions that make family travelers very happy. My family should know, after so many visits...
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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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U.S. Virgin Islands – Choosing the Perfect Island for Your Vacation
No passport? No problem with our family's reviews of the U.S. Virgin Islands to help you decide which of America's Caribbean isles is right for your family beach vacation.
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Explore Vermont Camping On Lake Champlain
Sleep under the stars with close friends and family at a Lake Champlain camp when exploring Vermont. I've been there so I know the Lake Champlain Islands guarantee the summer's...
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Keep Going: Harriet Tubman In The Finger Lakes of Central New York
Celebrate the legendary freedom seeker, suffragist and abolitionist, Harriet Tubman, in the Finger Lakes region. Ms. Tubman called Auburn, on Owasco Lake, her...
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Destinations Where Black Culture And Black Lives Matter
Explore historic attractions, institutions and unexpected sites of Black culture where Black lives matter. These destinations will fuel fascinating conversations about race and...
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Exploring Ireland With Family, From The Wild Atlantic Way To Dublin
The winding road beckons and the scent of adventure hangs in the air as you explore Ireland with family. Taking generations to the Emerald Isle is sure to be an unforgettable experience,...
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Best Family Plantation Tours Along Louisiana’s Great River Road
Discover how elegant Old New Orleans differed from the countryside on a Louisiana plantation tour along the Great River Road. Be sure to allow half a day to explore and experience...
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Our 18 Favorite Mardi Gras Carnival Celebrations Outside New Orleans
Here are the top 18 places known among party-lovers and Catholics for superb Mardi Gras Carnival celebrations. The Mardi Gras or Carnival is such a popular and...
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15 Family Cruises With Kids: Setting Sail for Unforgettable Adventures
Ready to say Bon Voyage? It’s time for our annual cruise with kids directory. Plan now because AAA projects 19 million Americans will go on ocean cruises this year, a 4.5% increase...
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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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America’s Birthplace: Exploring the Historic Triangle of Virginia
Virginia's Historic Triangle of Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown is an energetic, living classroom considered America's birthplace. Visit, and learn all about where the United...
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Carnaval de Quebec: Winter Wonderland Celebration
Carnaval de Quebec, a winter wonderland nestled in Quebec City, offers an unforgettable family adventure at an affordable cost. Explore this annual festival, filled with activities...
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Las Vegas, Nevada Attractions
We'll roll the dice on this and guarantee fun on your next Nevada vacation with our Las Vegas, Nevada family attractions guide. Pack our age-appropriate rundown of the best attractions...
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6 Romantic Getaways for Valentine’s Day: Reconnect and Rekindle Your Love
Planning romantic getaways for Valentine’s Day -- or any time -- can be surprisingly stressful because there are so many options. Ask yourself:
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Active Family Weekends In Carlsbad, California
It's time to discover the southern California city of Carlsbad and its family attractions. Previously known as a gateway to
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