Iberostar – Profile Of A Family-Friendly Resort Company
Iberostar, the brand behind all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean, Mexico, Spain, and other countries, has both a storied history and a high rate of approval from vacationing families.
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Star Trekker: Zac Brown Band Cruises to Grand Cayman
On September 2, 2010, the Grammy Award-winning Zac Brown Band will be taking the long way to Grand Cayman aboard the Carnival Inspiration. The country music ensemble will depart...
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Cancun’s Royal Resorts’ Family Villas
Family Travel Forum's review of spacious condominium living at The Royal Resorts complexes located along the beachfront in Cancun, Mexico.On our recent return to Cancun after the devastating...
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Bahamas-Bound On The New Disney Dream
Innovative as ever, the Disney Dream sets sail with 4-night Bahamian cruises starting at just $3,500 for a family of four. Wow!Eight decades have passed since Steamboat Willie chugged...
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The Norwegian Gem Sets Sail – My Review
Read about our cruise expert's sneak peak at a brand new ship, Norwegian Gem, in her review of an inaugural "cruise to nowhere."
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British Virgin Islands Resorts
Read Family Travel Forum's useful tips on how to have a great vacation in the British Virgin Islands and the top family-friendly resorts. An archipelago of 50 islands, cayes and rocks spread...
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My First All-Inclusive – Mexico’s Aventura Cove Palace
A wary mom's first experience with an All-Inclusive family beach vacation in Tulum, Mexico turns out to be a success, and won't be her last. I admit that we are an unlikely family...
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Breezes Runaway Bay, Jamaica Resort And Golf Club
Newly renovated, this Jamaica resort provides families -- with teens and older -- an all-inclusive vacation that meets all of life's simple requirements for sun, food, drink and fun.Nestled...
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The Riches Of France By Barge
For a different kind of "cruise" and an offbeat French experience, consider cruising around France with your family in one of Crown Blue Line's barges. "You could have picked a boat a little...
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What’s happened in Haiti
I have been reading about the terrible earthquake that struck Haiti, just outside the capital city of Port-au-Prince. Estimates are now of more than 100,000 people killed by this earthquake with...
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Tortola BVI
This British Virgin Island is one of those civilized places where families can do as much or as little as they please and still have fun.If you swim and snorkel in its radiant bays, dive in its...
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Star Trekking: Justin Bieber Swims with Dolphins at the Atlantis
Justin Bieber, the 15-year old Canadian pop star famous for his hits like “One Less Lonely Girl” and “One Time,” loves the Atlantis...
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Stowe Mountain Resort For Four Season Family Fun
All year round, the picture-perfect village of Stowe and the mountain resort that crowns it welcome families with outdoor adventures and activities to suit every interest. While strolling...
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Iberostar Paraiso Resorts, Riviera Maya, Mexico
Check out what this all-inclusive resort development along the gorgeous Riviera Maya has to offer you and your family in terms of value for money spent. It didn’t take my 10-year-old son,...
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Aruba Attractions
Like most Caribbean family beach getaways, Aruba offers visitors opportunities to rest in the sun on a tranquil beach, as beautiful, gentle blue waves lap at the sand. Conversely,...
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Cayman Islands Calling Stingrays
This "hot" three-island British Crown Colony markets to families interested in sun n'surf, a pristine environment and accessible marine wildlife with tours to meet its native stingrays. Having...
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Hawk Cay Resort Review – The Perfect Family Vacation
This Florida Key resort with its many family activities is surprisingly civilized in an archipelago known for its casual vibe and funky charms.
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Custom Itinerary – Caribbean Resort Advice
Q - Christine M. of Blacksburg, Virginia wrote: We are planning to spend a week in the Caribbean. Our airfare is covered, but we need to find the right accommodations for our family in the $3-$4,000...
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The Buccaneer, St. Croix’s Classic Family Resort
This classic Caribbean resort offers fun and luxury for the whole family. Read on to find out why!One of the oldest and still the best on the most family-friendly of the U. S. Virgin Islands,...
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Custom Itinerary – Looking for Luxury in Hawai’i
Q - Steve M of Sudbury, Massachusetts writes: We need some suggestions for a luxurious resort in Hawai'i where we can to with our two teens (ages 15 and 17) and our toddler (age 2). My wife and I have...
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Top Cheap All-Inclusive Getaway: Tamarijn Aruba
Divi Caribbean Resorts' Tamarijn Aruba is a winner of FTF's Top 10 (Cheap) Getaways For Family Travelers 2008 award. One of the best ways to save money on your next vacation: make one payment...
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Top 10 Getaway for Luxury Travelers – One And Only Palmilla, San Jose del Cabo, Mexico
In 2006, FTF's annual Top 10 survey of award-winners honored the One&Only Palmilla, San Jose del Cabo, Mexico as a Top Luxury Golf Resort.In 2006, FTF's annual Top 10 survey of award-winners...
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Custom Itinerary – Caribbean Christmas
Q - Tulle H. of New York City writes: We need a recommendation for a resort over the Christmas Holiday with our 11-year-old -- maybe in Jamaica or Grenada. We want to stay on the beach, and enjoy nature...
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Let’s Make A Deal – 10 Ways To Save On All-Inclusive Vacations
Read FTF's money-saving tips for choosing the right resort, planning your vacation, and booking your next all-inclusive getaway.Read FTF's money-saving tips for choosing the right resort, planning...
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Iberostar Hacienda Dominicus, Dominican Republic
A European owned all-inclusive resort creates competition in the luxury class for long-time family favorites in the Punta Cana, Dominican Republic beach zone. At home, it's so damp and cold...
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Plaza Resort Bonaire | Netherlands Antilles
A reminder to look into this resort further. Scuba diving, great restaurants, kids programs -- looks ideal! "If there was ever a place worthy of being called a "diver's haven" it's Bonaire....
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Jamaica Attractions For Families
Explore beyond the gates of your all-inclusive resort with this guide to the sights, sounds and people of the Caribbean's "reggae nation."Christopher Columbus may never have met an island...
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Virgin Gorda By Sail
A seven day sail to Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands, proves to be the perfect ticket for one couple on leave from their teens.I approached Virgin Gorda as Columbus did.... by sail. Anegada...
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Antigua’s Curtain Bluff
One of the most memorable family vacations for my high-end clients is in Antigua, at the Curtain Bluff Resort. This country club-style resort has been in operation for more than 50 years and has its...
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Anguilla is Where Our Families Meet
Once every winter my family, and my husband's siblings and parents, all try to meet for one week at the Carimar Beach Club (800/235-8667, 264/497-6881). in...
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Families Chillin’ Caribbean Style
FTF's annual teen travel writing scholarship reveals what teens are feeling about their latest family vacations in the Caribbean isles. Just the word 'Caribbean' brings to mind warm sandy...
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Comparing Budget, Moderate And Upscale All-Inclusive Resorts
FTF's guide to getting your money's worth at an all-inclusive resort, whether it's the cheapest or most expensive option available.Many parents looking for total relaxation and a...
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Dominica Eco-Adventures
Loved by active adventurers, low key nature buffs and kids looking for an eco-friendly Caribbean vacation that is off the beaten path.Dominica is one of the least known islands in the Caribbean,...
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Royal Caribbean’s Liberty of the Seas
Royal Caribbean's newest and biggest ship plies the Caribbean Sea and gets a full inspection from FTF's cruise admiral and her kids.I admit it was the promise of on-board surfing that...
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Croatia, Sailing The Dalmatian Coast
Cruising the Croatia coast, where islands are just a few hours' sail apart and harbors welcome overnight boats, is a breeze for all ages. Croatia has long ago been discovered. Since Roman...
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Trips, Teddies And Tides in Gippsland
In Australia's Far East, this lovely area of Gippsland is famous for its natural lakes, forests, wildlife and relaxing ambiance.We puttered along the wild shores of South Eastern Australia’s...
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Mexico’s Rosarito Beach
Visit Rosarito Beach for an old-fashioned beach vacation, a cool movie-making theme park and amazing arts and handicrafts. Bienvenidos! Mi casa es su casa. The saying "My home is your home" embodies...
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Turks And Caicos: Hotels, Resorts, And Restaurants
Drawing from their trip to the Atlantic islands of Turks & Caicos, the authors offer tips on some of the best family accommodations and dining venues. Provo's Family Resorts and Condominiums Most...
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Top 10 Getaway for Luxury Travelers – Sandy Lane, Barbados
In 2006, FTF's annual Top 10 survey of award winners honored Sandy Lane, St. James, Barbados as a Top Luxury Golf Resort. Whether a high-end vacation is a matter of course for you and your family or...
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Exploring Antigua, West Indies
This tropical island near St. John beckons with wonderful weather, unusual sights, great beaches and interesting history.Legendary Admiral Horatio Nelson claimed Britain’s most important Caribbean...
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Bahamas: Island Hopping
Follow this reporter as she plans her island-hopping itinerary through the Bahamas, with a special focus on Grand Bahama Island and its attractions. Lately, when we think about the Bahamas,...
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Melia Cabo Real, Los Cabos
One of the only Los Cabos all-inclusives that accepts babies and toddlers in supervised nursery programs.The Buckley family of Northern California -- mom Ita, dad Shane and children Chloe age...
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A Villaful In Jamaica
Family Travel Forum contributors and their two kids decide to "relax" for a change on a Villas by Linda Smith family vacation to Jamaica. When a travel writer friend recommended we check out...
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Pick Your Seat
I found myself being jostled into the conscious world as I awoke from my uncomfortable position on the United Airways plane. I never can seem to get used to sleeping with my knees scrunched up against...
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Costa Rica Family Cruising
Exploring this coastline by ship provides a rich South America adventure and learning opportunities, without the hassles of getting around a foreign country. If you're looking for a family adventure...
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The Other Side of Cancun
Cancun , Mexico is every traveler’s dream vacation, but the part I remember...
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The Art of Fainting in France
I woke up to find a sea of strange faces hovering over me. Hands and water bottles were pushed towards me by a half dozen strangers speaking several languages at once. My dad, who I then realized was...
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Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort And Spa, Texas
See a different side of San Antonio by leaving the city behind and experiencing Texas Hill Country hospitality at a deluxe countryside spa and golf resort. Just 30 minutes away from downtown...
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