Germany In Summer: Arts Festival Fever
If medieval castles or jazz festivals interest you, then southern Germany may be the vacation spot for you. Travelers seeking a more local, intimate cultural experience can add a visit to the...
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Exploring Australia: Hawkesbury River Region, New South Wales
The Hawkesbury River
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A Galapagos Eco-Adventure
Seven days in Ecuador's prehistoric landscape, cruising and watching unusual wildlife together with family, may be the ultimate bonding experience. After decades of travel, no other destination...
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Baby Deserves 24-Hour Room Service
Nursing moms on-the-go can take advantage of hotel room service to keep babies happy.Are you a nursing mother on the go, baby in tow?Don't forget - expressed breast milk retains nutrients...
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The Sagamore
This classic retreat off the shore of Lake George offers an elegant backdrop to a busy, family-friendly getaway. The scenic Lake George region boasts a long and illustrious history dating back...
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Are Luxury Cruises Worth the Big Bucks?
FTF's cruise expert explains why luxury cruises cost so much and why they are sometimes worth every penny.If you've always wanted to wallow in the elegance of a super luxurious cruise, but...
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Custom Itinerary – New York City With 10-Year-Old
Juanita D. of Fort Mill, South Carolina writes: I am taking my daughter to NYC for her 10th birthday. Her grandmother and aunt are also going. We need help with daily itineraries so we do not go out of...
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Club Med Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
The DR's Club Med offers upgraded facilities, bigger Kid's Club, sports: everything you need for a tropical beach vacation.The DR's Club Med offers upgraded facilities, bigger Kid's Club,...
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Beijing, China Hotels And Resorts
From a humble hutong to a golden lobby, China's capital city offers accommodations in every budget, for every taste. Several major hotels have been built in anticipation of the 2008 Olympics....
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Cyprus – Island Of History And Hospitality
Attraction and lodging ideas, along with the island's cultural highlights, for those traveling to the Mediterranean island of Cyprus. When I was invited on a press trip to discover the eastern Mediterranean...
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Australia’s Mysterious Rainforest In Northern Queensland
Sugar plantations, historic sights and colorful vineyards along the Canecutter Way trail make a tour of Northern Queensland a delightful family road trip.With apologies to Shelley: “My name...
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Along The Southeastern Winding Way – Adelaide To Melbourne
Two families with infants explore the natural beauty and coastal villages of southeastern Australia by car, finding serenity in the region's small town pleasures and beauty along the Great Ocean Road. Australia...
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Tel Aviv, Israel Restaurants
These family-friendly restaurants in Tel Aviv offer the best of both worlds. It goes like this. You've covered Israel. You've eaten St. Peters fish in Tiberias. You've had Shish...
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Hong Kong Restaurants
Dine on gourmet fare amidst age-old rituals and traditional decor while learning about Chinese cuisine in the culinary capital of Hong Kong. Across the world, from Edinburgh to Ecuador, Mexico...
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Chinatown, NYC Restaurants
Join Family Travel Forum on a tour of New York City's historic Chinatown, then stay awhile to dine at some of our favorite Asian restaurants. Join Family Travel Forum on a tour of New York City's...
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California’s Silicon Valley: Hi-Tech Capital Of Kid’s Museums
The high-tech area around San Jose and San Francisco offers exploration and discovery on your next great family vacation.In a way, a visit to a museum makes everyone a child again. The discovery...
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The Long View: Zipline Excursions – Safe or Scary?
FTF's cruise expert examines "adventure" shore excursions to determine whether they are good value or safe for families.As frequent cruisers know, a ship's optional shore excursions can make...
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Family Cruising: Catching Elusive Savings
FTF's cruise expert shares money-savings tips on with booking value cruises and discounted shore excursions. Cruise discounts and savings are still alive and kicking, but at a slower pace...
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The Long View: Cruising’s Specialty Restaurants
Hear what FTF's cruise expert has to say about what passes for "fine dining" aboard today's major cruise ships.Lately, when I mention cruising to friends and family, the topic of dining...
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Enjoying Museums With Children
An interview with an expert on the joys and benefits of sharing a museum experience with your child or grandchild. Exploring museums locally, or as part of a vacation itinerary? The following...
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Sesame Place 2009
Third year in a row, we packed up the kids and headed out to Sesame Place, only 1hr ½ from NYC. As always the traffic moved smoothly and we got there as scheduled. Although we love all the...
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All-Inclusive Caribbean Vacations
Here's a primer on what all-inclusive vacations mean at DR, St. Lucia and Bahamas resorts, where one price buys room, board and fun!Recently I read a plaintive letter to a popular travel magazine...
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Star Trekking: 07-08: 2009: Sail The Sea With Disney Stars
Disney Cruise Line is striving to give your kids what they want with their Disney Channel Summer at Sea Cruises. Many stars from popular Disney Channel shows will be on board the Disney...
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Can Business = Family Travel?
Road Warriors share their experiences - good and bad - about toting kids on business trips. Longtime financial journalist Achs delivers the bottom line on how to make a productive business trip a successful...
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A Outing On Catalina Island, California
Catalina Island makes a great day trip from Long Beach, or a trypical southern California style weekend getaway with the kids. Only 22 miles off the coast of California lies Santa...
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Spring Snowsports in Wisconsin
For one of the snow-iest springs ever, enjoy snowmobiling and other winter-only pursuits in Wisconsin.In hilly Wisconsin, a glacier-scarred region receiving more than 40" of snowfall each year,...
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Sesame Place, Where The Air Is Sweet In Pennsylvania
"Can you tell me how to get to"... a fantastic amusement park where toddlers under 6 can go on all the fun rides?"Sunny day, sweepin' the clouds away. On my way, to where the air is sweet." It...
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Protecting Young Eyes
FTF's resident doctor explains how early eye protection measures can prevent eye and eyelid damage from occuring during a child's adult years.You're aware of the need to protect your child's...
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See and Ski Norway
Visit Oslo, Norway and enjoy family skiing packages while learning a bit of Viking history. The story of the indomitable Sondre Nordheim, credited as the 'inventor' of modern skiing, and the popular...
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Snowboarding for the Very First Time?
Vermont's Killington Resort gets a virgin rider back on his feet. As someone who doesn't normally ski or snowboard, I found myself having a great time when I visited Killington, Vermont in...
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Hilton’s Caribbean Resorts
Want to know who offers the best family deals in the Caribbean? Family Travel Forum gives you the resort report.Hilton properties around the Caribbean offer the fine service, comfortable guest...
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JW Marriott Grande Lakes
Upscale family resorts are sprouting all over Orlando as quickly as timeshares. One of the newest entries is the Grande Lakes development that includes a Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott....
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Out of this World Snowsports
Italy's Sestriere offers skiing families a one-of-kind European experience. Interested in a uniquely European trans-alpino adventure, in skiing or riding 'without borders'? Over 400 kms/240...
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Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort
This writer examines one of the top resorts at Beaver Creek that will suit your family's needs.Winding west from Denver, through the long and narrow Vail Valley, and a few miles north through...
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Fairmont Tremblant Review: The Perfect Family Getaway in Mont-Tremblant
The Fairmont Tremblant, a modern sanctuary nestled in the heart of Quebec's vibrant ski resort, offers a unique blend of rich cultural heritage and contemporary elegance. This...
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Old School Cool in West Virginia
Coolfont Resort in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia is a rustic resort and spa: the perfect place for your family to unwind. You may not need an SUV to get to Coolfont in the panhandle of West...
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Cruising’s Special Kid-Welcoming Touches
Look with Family Travel Forum's cruise expert through her daughter's eyes to see what can make a family cruise truly special. During our six years of family cruising, we have always been...
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Feeding the Titanic Fever
If the Titanic story interests you, here are a few museums and exhibits around the globe that are dedicated to the notorious ship and its demise.Interest in the Titanic, Britain's "unsinkable"...
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Girlfriends on the Nile: Egypt for R&R
After a few months of work in Baghdad, I was ready for a break and decided to visit Egypt with my friend Tina, who is the Baghdad Bureau Chief for the LA Times, and New York friend...
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Cruising’s Cool for Tiny Travelers
Planning to cruise with a Tiny Traveler? Here's the information you need on babysitting and childcare options.While a cruise vacation is a dream for many families, those with infants and...
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Custom Itinerary – Road Trip: Lebanon, Missouri to Amarillo, Texas
Q - Kim C. of Lebanon, Missouri inquires: My 2-year-old son and I are planning a driving trip to Amarillo, Texas. Once there, we will be staying with friends, but we need help with an itinerary.
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Family Hostelling In Ireland
Here are the pros n' cons of staying in an Irish hostel, from the perspective of one mom and her American teen, both new to shared accommodations.Have you ever been on a family trip, stayed...
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Custom Itinerary – Boston to Canada Roadtrip
Q - Joyce D. of North Reading, Massachusetts inquires: My husband and I, and our 9-year-old son are trying to plan a driving trip from Boston to Canada at the end of August. We will be traveling in an...
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Cruising for a Bruising? You Won’t Find It At Sea
FTF examines cruise kids' programs and offers tips on how to avoid a psychic and financial bruising when planning a floating holiday. Having been a guest on a Royal...
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Columbus, Ohio Summertime See And Do
Columbus shines with family activities throughout the summer. Here are some favorite family festivals and special events. June and July Events Early...
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Discover Columbus
It's where big city life collides with small town hospitality and prices, in the heart of the Midwest.Find a variety of fun spots for kids and great dining experiences along the flower-lined...
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Austria’s Seefeld
This family explores Europe's small towns and festivals on nice n' easy ski weekends.From our home in Heidelberg, Germany we are exploring as much of Europe as possible on long weekends....
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Family Fun at Sundance Trail Ranch in the Colorado Rockies
My family and I had never been to a dude ranch before. All my life I had dreamed of horses, of actually getting the chance to know one, to learn how to take care of it, and to learn how to ride. When...
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Paris Passion en Famille
Join avid museum-goers and make the rounds of Paris' greatest collections... Let's say you, like me, have been there before and fallen in love. Madly in love with Paris' beauty, sophistication,...
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