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The Sandpearl resort boasts a lagoon pool right along the beautiful white sand beach of Clearwater, Florida.
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Favorite Clearwater Beach Family Resorts

Clearwater Beach, Florida is so popular that you need to book ahead to guarantee the best Clearwater Beach family resort for your needs. Many factors make our pick of the top resorts...

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Boy and girl spalsh in the water off of the Nantucket beach. Photo by Garrett Patz for unsplash.
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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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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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Girl sitting on float on the sand squirts sunblock from a bottle. Photo c. campus for pixels.
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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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Woman in bathing suit on a beach chair at one of the Viva Wyndham all-inclusive resorts.
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Summertime: Sun Precautions When The Heat Is On

Doc Holiday updates you on specific sun precautions to take during the blistering heat of summer, especially when traveling with very young children.

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Some splurge suites at Grand Residences Cancun Resort have private plunge pools that overlook the Caribbean Sea.
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Grand Suites Make Grand Residences Riviera Cancun Resort a Reunion Destination

The family that collapsed at the Grand Residences Riviera Cancun Resort table next to me must have just arrived. First, they pulled off their traveling shoes and wiggled their...

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Couple hiking with a dog at Batiguitos Lagoon. Photo c. VisitCarlsbad
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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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Enjoy the warm surf and gold sand of the Mayan Riviera beach. Photo: Barcelo. Photo c. Barcelo
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Our Family’s Pick Among Barcelo’s Riviera Maya All Inclusive Resorts

Imagine an easy, breezy, sunny vacation at the all-inclusive Barcelo Resorts on Mexico's Riviera Maya. Families find that impressive dining options, friendly service, entertainment...

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Vintage photo of guests enjoying the Tiki Bar on the sand outside the Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort. Photo c. Hilton
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3 Great Florida Beach Towns to Celebrate New Year’s Eve

A family vacation for a Florida New Year's can be a low-cost, beachside adventure. Enjoy hiking, biking and plenty of outdoor attractions by day and join holiday festivities at...

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The turrets and castle architecture of the former Convent of the Sisters of Saint Mary, now the Abbey Inn & Spa in Peekskill, New York.
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16 Hudson Valley Family Attractions You Didn’t Know Were in Westchester

Picture Hudson Valley attractions of the 1600s: Grand schooners sailing the swift currents and Canadian fur trappers paddling the river. Times have changed, but intrepid families...

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Sandos all-inclusive resorts in Mexico are offering great family vacation travel deals for Travel Tuesday. Photo c. Hotels.com
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Big Family Vacation Travel Deals On Travel Tuesday 2024

Travel Tuesday is coming (Dec. 3, 2024), offering some of the best family vacation travel deals of the year. Some deals will be available longer; others (typically from airlines)...

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Explore Aulani Disney Resort Hawaii – Tropical Paradise Revealed

“Disney Goes Hawaiian” is how this family sees Aulani, the company’s first...

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Guest with Finnegan, one of the llamas who enjoy the breakfast walk at the Mountain View Grand spa resort in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.
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Mountain View Grand: A Luxury New Hampshire Spa Resort Keeps It Simple

New Hampshire’s Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa has all the ingredients for a family holiday at a luxury New Hampshire spa resort. Whether you want a five-course chef’s...

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Aerial view of the waterfront pool at Viva Fortuna Beach. Photo c. Viva Wyndham
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Viva Fortuna Beach By Wyndham, Grand Bahama Island

The Viva Fortuna Beach By Wyndham is a top value Bahamas all-inclusive that boasts non-stop activities, dining and a friendly staff. In my book, that's everything you need to make...

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Reenactors march in Colonial Williamsburg to highlight Virginia's history.
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Best Family Hotels in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia – Kid-Friendly Stays

For a colonial multi-generational getaway, select one of Colonial Williamsburg's official hotels or review other Williamsburg area family-friendly lodging. The Historic Triangle...

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Aerial view of woman walking on pristine white sand beach in Miches, Dominican Republic. Photo c. Viva Miches by Wyndham
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What Makes All-Inclusive Viva Resorts By Wyndham A Good Deal

Viva Resorts by Wyndham is a chain of tropical all-inclusive resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean where value and fun are guaranteed. We have long praised this chain because their...

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Boy enjoying being splashed with water at the splash zone pool at the Moon Palace Resort. Photo c. Palace Resorts
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All-Inclusive Moon Palace Resort, Cancun

What we love about the all-inclusive Moon Palace Resort in Cancun is its ability to meet our vacation needs no matter what they are or how they change.

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Kid pose with golf clubs at the Hilton Waikoloa Resort in Hawaii.
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A Dozen And More Top Family Golf Resorts

When golf became hot to younger generations, many golf resorts evolved into family golf resorts. They began by focusing on the parent and grandparent players they already had....

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Family fishing on Keen Lake, Pennsylvania
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What’s Your Camping Style?

Determine your camping style if you’re dreaming of sleeping under the stars – will it be an RV, cabin or tent experience? Let’s review your options, what camping costs and...

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From the beautiful beach, you can see how big the Omni Amelia Island Plantation really is.
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Sprouting Wellness At Omni Amelia Island Resort

On a visit to the Omni Amelia Island Resort, I experienced how one man’s passion can convey an aura of wellness over an entire resort.

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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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Diver free diving underwater off the island of Bali wtih a shark swimming above.
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How Health and Wellness Trends Impact Family Travelers

It’s hard to pick up a magazine or listen to a podcast without noticing how wellness trends impact family travelers. Personal wellness, now estimated to be a $2.2bn market worldwide,...

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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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View of lakefront cottages at Margaritaville Lake Resort on Lake Conroe as the sun sets.
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Margaritaville With Kids, Like Raising Happiness

We’re watching the sun bake all of the tourists as we drive away from Margaritaville with kids who didn’t waste a minute having a blast...

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Three kids bouncing on yellow trampoline outdoors at a Jellystone Park Camp-Resort.
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9 Reasons Why Camping And Glamping Are Summer’s Best Value Vacations

This summer, family travelers on the hunt for a bargain are searching for the best value camping vacations. Start your research at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, where...

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enjoying dinner at our rustic cabin at Jellystone Park
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Hey there Boo-Boo! Catskills Camping At Jellystone Park

Our Catskills camping adventure at a Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort ranks among our top Mid-Atlantic summer vacations. Along with

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Ritz Carlton Amelia Island coach helps novice surfers get up on the waves.
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Always Something New At The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, Florida

Our family chose to vacation at the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island resort, on an unspoiled barrier island on Florida's Northeast coast, for many reasons.

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Clearwater Beach has some of the finest sand for castle building, body burying and sand sculptures in the United States.
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St. Petersburg And Clearwater, Florida Attractions

The St. Petersburg Clearwater family attractions include so much of what a vacation in Florida should have. Expect some of the nation's finest beaches, facing the calm and shallow...

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Family relaxing at the beach at Robin Lake at Callaway Gardens, Georgia.
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Callaway Gardens Family Resort In Georgia

Reunite in Pine Mountain, where adventures in nature at the Callaway Gardens family resort...

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Teen taking a lesson from a pro at Classic Swing Golf School in Myrtle Beach.
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You Thought Beach? Myrtle Beach Golf Is The New Game

Many families expect a beach when they get to Myrtle Beach, but our family prefers a Myrtle Beach golf vacation. The beach is there, of course. The Grand Strand...

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Barbells, a ball and scale are workout gear you could borrow from your hotel to exercise in your room.
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Travel Fitness Exercise Routine

Stick to your resolutions with these simple travel fitness exercises from a top New York City trainer. We guarantee they'll help travelers keep in shape with a quick and easy-to-do...

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Feeling Good-Good in Baden-Baden

Wellness has been a given since Napoleon III made Baden-Baden, Germany a trending destination in the mid-1800s. Europe’s royalty, celebrities and politicians soon followed his...

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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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Water park at Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak resort.
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An Ideal Hilton Phoenix Resort For Family And Multigenerational Travel

The family amenity specs at the Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak are impressive when seen online. Note the 563 all-suite accommodations that include a separate living room, two...

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Group going on a sunset horseback ride in Arizona
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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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Coupld and child walk down pier with shaded deck and sunchairs over the water
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Belize Family Vacation Packages In An Incredible Destination

Imagine three Incredible destinations in Belize with family vacation packages for the getaway of a lifetime. Belize, just a short flight away in Central America, is even easier...

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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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Guest quarters at CordeValle Resort with patio overlooking the hills.
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A True Luxury Resort in Northern California

I love traveling en famille, but before I head out on a multi-gen vacation with our adult kids and their spouses -- especially to a luxurious retreat like CordeValle Resort...

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Grand Residences Riviera Cancun: Vacation Paradise for Families

Sometimes, luck is on your side and you choose a resort that suits your family as perfectly as milk goes with cookies, like Mickey’s made for Minnie, the way Fred dances with...

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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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Top Family-Welcoming Tennis Resorts

Here's your go-to resource for the top-ranked tennis resorts and tennis training camps in the world which accommodate families and their tennis-playing children. It's time to get...

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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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Beachfront pool of Mahekal Beach Resort, Playa del Carmen.
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Playa del Carmen Best Places To Stay

Mexico's busy little port Playa del Carmen is a hotbed of small boutique hotels and condos that are the best places to stay for families who want to get away from large all-inclusive...

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Infinity Pool in the Bahamas
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These Four Hotels Made Me Fall in Love with the Bahamas

Nassau and Paradise Island, among the beautiful Islands of the Bahamas not impacted by Hurricane Dorian, share a sparkling surf that melts from blue to green as it gently laps...

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fall foliage in the mountains
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Aspen Meadows Resort: Big Ideas In The Colorado Rocky Mountains

Aspen Meadows Resort a...

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Trying standup paddleboarding in the lagoon at Atlantis.
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Bahamas: Nassau And Paradise Island Guide

If you’re looking for a destination that offers a unique experience, yet is family-friendly and easy to travel to (and navigate), then Nassau and Paradise Island in the Bahamas...

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Skytop Lodge, Skytop, Pennsylvania

Visit the Skytop Lodge, a surprisingly fun and very classy resort in Pennsylvania's Pocono Mountains whose restraint and dignity make time and tradition stand still.

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