Paris – France Family Shopping Sans Budget
Whenever she visits Paris, the designer toddler clothes, haute couture for dolls, and toys for les jeunes make this shopper cry, "Vive la France!"Last year, a friend called me in a panic. It seems her Girl Scout troop had finally decided how they wanted to use their cookie money. A campout? Day trip to the coast, perhaps?“They want to go to Paris... to shop!” she cried. “What...
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Tips for Family Travel in Japan
In my role as a public relations officer for the Japan National Tourist Office in North America, I have traveled with my children to this far-off country on two occasions. Specifically, I took my daughter, Brianna (at age 6 and 8) to Japan twice, and my son (age 4) once. The first time, my daughter and I traveled together for 2 1/2 weeks over...
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Top 10 Family Camps For Family Together Vacations
Family Travel Forum's picks have been compiled from more than a decade of "Top 10 Getaway Winners" to help your family begin their lifelong love of nature. The following options combine a laid back, but active experience, with a commitment to educating kids and providing an enjoyable vacation at a variety of price points. Each provides housing and a myriad of supervised activities...
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A Perfect Philadelphia Getaway For Every Age And Stage Of Life
Philadelphia, Greek for “city of brotherly love,” really is perfect for a city-focused family getaway with kids of any age. Running the gamut from stirring American history sites, to arts and culture geared to every member of the family, to outdoor spaces waiting to be explored, “Philly” will leave you wanting to come back again and again. Here are the city’s highlights with suggestions based...
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Top 3 Northeast Family Resorts
Mohonk Mountain House, the Tyler Place Family Resort and Smugglers Notch are among the top family getaways in the Northeast, and all three will fulfill your vacation fantasy of clean air, natural beauty and a myriad of activities for all ages. However, the similarities end there as each creates a very different vacation experience. By comparing...
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San Antonio, Texas Attractions
FTF's favorite family spots in San Antonio include historic sites and armadillos, Mexican cafes and a lively riverfront, all in this southern Texas city. And as a destination, it has much more to offer than a temperate climate to account for its year-round popularity. For more information on the many attractions in the area, contact the San...
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Guide To Family Cruising Aboard Carnival
Carnival Cruise Lines does a very good job of living up to its tag line of "Fun Ships" and, with Fun Ship 2.0 upgrades and a creative partnership with Dr. Seuss, they guarantee even more fun for all ages on the high seas. One of the world's largest cruise companies, there are 24 big vessels operating three to 18-day cruises that depart from 12 different US homeports, bringing a...
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10 Tips To Get The Most Bang for Your Orlando Buck
Orlando is such a popular place for little ones that families on a budget should heed these tips to make the most of their vacation.Planning ahead and taking advantage of insider tips can not only help vacationers find the best deals, but ensure the most enjoyable vacation for the entire family.Planning on visiting Walt Disney World Resort? The Orlando Convention & Visitors Bureau...
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Disney World Joins 50-Somethings: Grown-Up Attractions
If you’ve got kids, you probably recall that Disney’s “Happiest Celebration on Earth" was a much publicized company-wide initiative marking the 50th birthday of the original Disneyland. Disney showed us this was one aging Boomer who’s not ready to retire: from several new attractions, to a wall decorated with commemorative tiles created by past visitors, new guest service initiatives,...
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Free Travel Fun In Disney World
Walt Disney World will most likely leave you breathless: its gigantic size, the magic, the shining eyes of children and yes, the prices. Yet it is possible to enjoy many of Disney’s wonders without paying for the privilege. Actually, during our last visit, our favorite experiences were on the house. Have a Disney Day without Buying a Park Hopper Pass
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