Watering the Mambas
People say that Africa gets inside you, grabs ahold of something in you. That for many it’s hard to get away once you’ve lived in this land of red earth and tall grass. I saw so many beautiful and...
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Lost and Found: Yosemite
I’m flat on my stomach flying at 9,000 feet, legs tight and arms stretched wide. My neck and head are over the edge, and the...
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Le Meridien Cancun Resort For Families With Pets
If a Cancun beach resort vacation with the family means snorkeling, sunbathing, and day trips to some of Mexico’s exciting Mayan ruins, why are you worrying about the dog? At the French-flavored...
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Bigger Is Better At The All-Inclusive Iberostar Cancun Resort
If you’re looking for an all-inclusive Cancun beach resort with a biggest-and-the-best attitude, the Iberostar...
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Putting On The Ritz In Mexico At The Ritz-Carlton Cancun
If white sand beaches and a bit of sun are your cure for winter blues, the Ritz-Carlton Cancun is one of the most luxurious places to...
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Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada
Chateau Lake Louise is a great place to hang your hat after a day of wildlife viewing in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada. Find out more about what this unique destination...
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Maryland Beach Resorts Along The Chesapeake Bay
Rich in seafaring heritage, outdoor recreation, water sports, fishing – and, of course, great seafood -- southern Maryland’s western shore offers a wide array of cultural attractions, historical...
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Custom Itinerary: 75th Birthday Celebration That’s Cheaper by the Dozen
Q. Cynthia B of New York City asks "Can you help me plan a vacation to celebrate my 75th birthday? I would like to travel with my family...
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Over Holidays, Affinia Makes It Easy to Choose Hotels Over In-Laws
According to a recent survey undertaken by Affinia Hotels and STUDYLOGIC LLC, 80% of American travelers would prefer a hotel room without a bed over staying with their significant other’s...
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From Norwegian Cruise Line, A New Dawn
To say that New Englanders are excited to have the newly renovated Norwegian Dawn plying the waters off Boston Harbor to Bermuda is an understatement. Formerly served by the smaller Norwegian...
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Asia’s Fall Festival Calendar
Planning an autumn family vacation in Asia is not only affordable, it's also the best time of year to travel the region as countries such as India, China and Japan come to life with autumn festivals...
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Idaho has Gone to the Dogs
Traveling with pets is not always easy; but in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, bringing your dog along for...
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The Fairmont Hotels Of Bermuda
We headed east to review The Fairmont Southampton and The Fairmont Hamilton Princess hotels in Bermuda thinking they would be the perfect resort duo for us – a family...
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Top 10 Getaway for Family Togetherness – Marriott Vacation Club International
In 2005, FTF's annual Top 10 survey of award-winners honored Marriott Vacation Club International as a Top Resort Chain for Family Togetherness and it's still a winner.
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Brighton, England Seaside Weekend Getaway
The coastal U.K. resort town of Brighton has been reclaimed by the young and trendy and boasts enough Royals, museums and shopping to rival London and... enough surfing to intrigue families....
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Why Families Love New York Bus Tours
Double-decker bus tours are a New York institution. They rank alongside the Statue of Liberty costumes, the incredible chaos of Times Square and...
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Time Out New York is Timeless City Guide
When you're a native New Yorker you judge a travel guidebook about your hometown a little bit differently than other readers. That's what makes the new
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The Breakers, Palm Beach, Florida
The Breakers is a very family-minded resort, highly regarded for maintaining a lush and luxurious atmosphere while providing children-friendly activities. The beautiful, Italian Renaissance-style...
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A Grand Discovery in St. Lucia: Anse Chastanet
If you've had a vision of what an ideal family hotel might be on a tropical island, we think we may have found it at Anse Chastanet, St. Lucia. Say "St. Lucia, West Indies"...
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Canada And US Partner To Clarify Border Regulations
U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Canada Border Services Agency recently joined efforts to remind travelers of document requirements to travel into both countries.
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Air Show And Airplanes In Oshkosh, Wisconsin
For everyone who dreamt of growing up to be a pilot, you won’t want to miss the summer World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration in Oshkosh,...
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Two Nation Road Trip, Maine to New Brunswick
Looking for a fun way to experience the beauty of North America’s Atlantic coast? Try the two nation vacation from Maine in the US to New Brunswick in Canada for scenic...
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Cruise Quebec and the Canada Coast with Family Values
At a recent gathering, staff from Cruise St Lawrence discussed the many ports available to cruise passengers on the St. Lawrence River...
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Bethany Beach Is Delaware’s Quiet Resort
Bethany Beach is a small, family-friendly beach town that provides easy access to Delmarva's big attractions. Bethany Beach is a small, family-friendly beach town that provides easy access to Delmarva's...
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Reunion Destination – Door County Wisconsin
Plan ahead to book a top value, successful family reunion in Door County, Wisconsin -- a family vacation destination that's perfect for mixed age groups. Plan ahead to book a top value, successful...
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Gateway Adventures from Disney Cut Big Trip Costs
Disney has been offering Adventures by Disney, a guided tour program that provides hassle-free, guided family vacations...
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Idiot Proof Vacation Guide Announced by FamilyTravelForum.com
Media only. January 25, 2011. FamilyTravelForum.com teams up with The Complete Idiots Guide series to produce a vacation planning guidebook for every traveler. Announcing The Complete...
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Win a Picture Perfect San Antonio Family Vacation
We're giving away a fabulous 4N / 5D vacation for a family of four to San Antonio, Texas in conjunction with TravelingMom.com, host of a family travel-themed Twitter party each Monday...
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Presenting Portland Maine
Sometimes the grass is not greener in the other fellow's city. Take Portland, Maine for example. Portland isn't the distant cousin of Boston, Baltimore, or other places that have redone their waterfronts...
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Single Mom Shares Travel Tips
Single parents will find expert advice on going solo with the kids from a professional traveler and her family. I could write a book on this topic after more than 30 years in the business...
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Planning Your Trip to Toronto
If you've read my story on the best way to spend seven days in Toronto, I hope you'll take advantage of some more advice from a local mom on...
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Finding A Family Adventure Tour
Adventure travel was once defined as being "participatory and exciting and most often involves nature" by the Adventure Travel Society, as an active vacation form for the young,...
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Cheap Kayaking on the Hudson: New York City’s Best Kept Secret
A chance to kayak on New York City’s Hudson River. Sounds fun, right? But, hey, what’s the catch? Believe it or not, this personal cruise can cost less than a Venti cappuccino at Starbucks thanks...
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The Buccaneer St. Croix
If you're looking for old-world elegance in a family-friendly resort in the U.S. Virgin Islands, this hill topper in St. Criox may be your answer . The Caribbean's Most...
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Sebasco Harbor Resort, Sebasco Estates, Maine
Families in the northeast have made resorts in Maine a vacation destination for many decades; this authentic inn has been welcoming families since 1930. So what makes Sebasco an "authentic"...
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Introduce Foreign Foods With Recipes For Picky Eaters
Picky eaters can drive parents crazy. I know one baby raised solely on creamed spinach (imagine those diapers) and a little girl who refuses to eat brown food. One Texan friend could only get her son to...
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Custom Itinerary: Foodie Favorite New York Restaurants with Kids
Q. What happens when real foodies come to New York to chow down but have fussy eaters in tow? Two things usually. # 1. Parents get childcare through their hotel and go out in the...
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Road to Cannes – Exploring Provence
Awakening in le Mas des Etoiles, a farmhouse whose white sheers blow in carrying the lavender scented breeze and chatter of...
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Road to Cannes – Our Hotel de Charme in Provence
It's only our second day on a family vacation to the Cannes Film Festival and we're in the chill phase before the Cannesdemonium, as my clever friend calls it. From Marseilles,...
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Gulf Coast Family Beach Vacations In Panama City
While Panama City Beach was once noted for its college Spring Break scene, today it welcomes families with its white sand Gulf of Mexico beaches and crystal blue waters. Having just returned from a beach...
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Rio the Movie Introduces Kids to New Cultures
Teaching children about foreign cultures is an important aspect of family travel. Whether traveling domestically or abroad, families are sure to encounter various customs that are different from...
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Halifax, Star of Nova Scotia, Canada
Calling at the port of Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia, can be a both an entertaining and educational experience, as the scenic city has great museums, gardens and historic forts.For a small...
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All-American Family Weekend from $269/N
Baseball season is now open and that means plenty of family bonding over this great American pastime. Ballparks across America are welcoming kids of all ages -- while munching on classics like peanuts...
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Club Med All-Inclusive Resorts Make Great Family Vacations
More than six decades after its founding by Gerard Blitz in the Balearic Isles off Spain, the French-owned Club Mediterranee is treating its guests -- especially families -- better than ever. Catering...
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Star Trekking: Royal Wedding Puts Anglesley, Wales on the Map
Ever since they made the announcement, the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton has been in the news and used to promote everything royal, everything British and almost everything marriage....
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Family Vacations Planned by 83 Percent of All Travelers says TripAdvisor
Eighty-three percent of respondents plan to take at least one vacation with family members this year, up 4% -- a statistically significant difference -- from 79% who did so in 2010, according to...
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Edinburgh, Scotland’s Royal Past
Take a walk down Edinburgh's Royal Mile and explore the city's medieval past, architectural wonder, sordid tales of gore, cosmopolitan flavor, and kid-friendly attractions. Edinburgh, Scotland evokes...
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Traverse City, Michigan Attractions
Situated at the foot of Grand Traverse Bay, Traverse City offers visitors access to some of Michigan's most beautiful peninsulas, golf resorts and waterfront hiking areas. Parasailing, skiing, ballooning...
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Custom Itinerary: Top Value Hotels for San Antonio Family Vacation
Q. Deborah B. of Shreveport, Louisiana is driving to San Antonio, Texas and looking for top value hotels along the way. A. ...
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