Custom Itinerary: Best of Wyoming with Teens
Q. Eva S. of Wisconsin asks for help planning which destinations and wildlife viewing activities to plan on their summer family road trip to Wyoming.
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Custom Itinerary: First Trip to Big Island Hawaii with Baby
Q. Stephanie L of Colorado and her husband plan to introduce their baby to the Big Island of Hawaii and want some ideas for baby-friendly hotels and activities.
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Grand Princess At Sea
Check out the renovations coming to the Grand Princess, one of Princess lines' most awesome ships with a kids program that makes families sail the seas. The most significant transformation...
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Green Voyeurism: Watch A Swedish Family In Their One Ton Eco-House
A willing family with two teens and a strong sense of green teaches big business how to lead an energy-efficient life. Take a willing family with two teens and a strong sense of green; pair...
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France Alps Spring Skiing from 345Euros 6N All In
The Serre Chevalier Hostel in the French Alps near the Italian border is welcoming families with an amazing six-night ski and board package. ...
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Custom Itinerary: Caribbean or Mexico Beach Resort with Childcare
Q. Lisa R. from Brooklyn NY is looking for a tropical beach resort with infant care where parents and baby can relax and enjoy some beach time.
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Dearborn Inn Celebrates Henry Ford and American History from $169/N BnB
There's no better way to enjoy the spirit of American invention than a visit to Dearborn, Michigan. We also like the idea of a nice hotel, enjoying leisurely breakfasts, pool time,...
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Take 50% Off Oahu Resorts while Kids Play Free at Sea Life Park
Castle Resorts & Hotels is treating families with kids ages 12 and under to a day's outing at one of O'ahu's favorite family attractions: Sea Life Park Hawaii.
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Trends: Vacation Habits Studied By Workaholics
The state of human happiness correlates directly with the amount of vacation time taken by workers. Hotels and online travel agencies are among the many studying vacation habits in an effort...
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Colorado’s Finest Skiing Along Route I-70
Although I-70 covers ground from Maryland to Utah, it's Colorado that boasts the most snow fun along this interstate highway.Route I-70 stretches over approximately 2,173 miles from Baltimore,...
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3-Day Virginia Eco Vacations for Kids Who Hate Snow from $83
Do you love the wintertime, but hate the idea of snowsports? Head to Virginia Beach, where the brisk but mild climate of a rich coastal environment makes it the perfect vacation destination...
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Madrid’s Latest Hotspots
Madrid's Latest Hotspots by Yuli Linssen KaminitzMadrid is a great city to visit and the sunny weather makes it possible to enjoy it throughout the whole...
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Custom Itinerary: Touring Harry Potter Sights & British Castles
Q. Laurie H. and family from Houston, TX want tips on seeing Harry Potter sights and staying in the top castle hotels during a 16-day trip to England with their daughters.
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Civil War Turns 150 and Baltimore Celebrates Big Time
Historians will be heading south to Baltimore in April to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War. Several of this maritime city's facilities will be looking back at the momentous event,...
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Bar Mitzvah Cruise Makes Smooth Sailing
When Maritza and Jeff Weiss of San Antonio, Texas, began to plan son Warren’s Bar Mitzvah, they considered the traditional format: a temple ceremony followed by a celebration near home.
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Oahu is Home to the Obama Winter White House in Hawaii
President Barack Obama and his family are once again back in Hawaii for their winter break. On Christmas Day, the President and First Lady quietly visited the Marine Corps Base Honolulu to thank...
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Custom Itinerary – Month In Peru & Colombia, South America with Kids
Q. Brent J. and his wife from Washington are going to South America with their 5 and 7-year-olds, spending 10 days in the Galapagos with his sister, and looking for ideas for the rest of their stay.Thanks...
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Custom Itinerary – Driving Toddlers Around Texas
Q. Nate C. of Longview, Texas asks for fresh vacation ideas for a 4-day Texas getaway over Christmas for his wife, baby and toddler.
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Resort Life: Spreading Out With The Comforts Of Home
Frugal travelers looking for a homey touch have evolved from house swaps with strangers to booking furnished homes, condos and timeshares for their vacations. Families are the original group...
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Massachusetts Learning Getaways Warm Up Winter
Reading a good book by a fireplace with a child in your lap is one of the best winter vacations we know, but you can make it even better by bringing that book to life. We love the winter holiday...
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Custom Itinerary – Exploring Yellowstone and Mountain States with PreSchoolers
Q. Michael V. of Newport, California is planning a summer 2011 trip to Yellowstone and is looking for special activities and supervised programs for two preschool boys.
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How Travel is an Institution Disguised as Recreation
How many times have you found yourself dishing for reasons to justify your need to travel, take a break, or go on a vacation?At the risk of sounding presumptuous, a lot of us today perceive travel...
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Free Travel Fun In San Francisco
San Francisco, the beautiful City by the Bay, may demand top dollar at hotels and restaurants but lots of free fun activities can make your vacation a bargain. California is a dream destination...
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Star Trekking: 11:2010: Douglas & Zeta-Jones Family Does Harry Potter
Guess who wasn't home in Pacific Palisades, California basting the Thanksgiving turkey? We're talking about actor Michael Douglas, who toted his family to Orlando, Florida for the school break. With...
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Custom Itinerary – Guatemala on a Six-Month Vacation
Q. Diane W-L of Washington asks for ideas for a home base, as well as a culture and history-focused travel itinerary for a 6-month trip to Guatemala, where she will travel as a single mom with adventurous...
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New Secure Flight Procedures Required By TSA
New screening protocols, full body scans and mandatory ID verification at least 72 hours in advance of flights are among new regulations. In response to two packages sent by air freight to...
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Family Travel Forum Announces Winners of 4th Annual Teen Travel Writing Scholarships
(New York, November 15, 2010) - Family Travel Forum, the award-winning family vacation publisher, is proud to announce the winners...
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Custom Itinerary – Tropical Resort with Baby Care
Q. Andrea F. of Brazil writes: We would like recommendations for a hotel, inn or resort with a baby program, infant facilities and nearby medical care in the Caribbean or Mexico. We are traveling for 3...
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Trends: Youth Travel Abroad Enhances Education, Career And Success
October 25, 2010. As foreign travel by young Americans continues to be a growing trend, its long term benefits are being measured.Despite the challenges of the current economy, study abroad by...
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The USA Book: A Journey Through America
Sometimes it takes an outsider to make you really appreciate what you have. In this case, Lonely Planet, originally an Australian publisher of low-budget backpacking guides and now a powerhouse...
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Cayman Islands Attractions
Eco-friendly ideas to entertain toddlers, teens and ages in between, in the pristine marine environment of Grand Cayman island.Just a 70-minute flight from Miami, the British Crown Colony of the...
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Top 10 Beatles Attractions In Great Britain
If your family is into the Fab Four, celebrate John Lennon's birthday by making your passion the goal of a fun family vacation in Great Britain.October 9, 2010 would have been John Lennon's...
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StarTrekking:12:10: Winfrey Takes Show Down Under to Sydney’s Oprah House
In a surprise announcement that brought incredulous delight to audience members at the popular "The Oprah Winfrey Show," Ms. O herself told her fans that they would all be going to Australia this Christmas...
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Finding A Group Tour For Relatives With Special Needs
Group travel options for people of all ages with special needs are becoming more popular and more varied, and trained travel agents make the planning easy. Are you a traveler with a special...
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Beijing and Shanghai in Living Color
Comprehensive information of Beijing and Shanghai, China's most visited cities.One of DK's Eyewitness Travel series of guides, "Beijing & Shanghai" offers an introductory section with a fascinating...
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10 Favorite Historic Sights of Cracow, Poland
If you're going to visit the historic Polish city of Cracow (also written Krakow), here's the short list of the top attractions that families should visit.
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To Be Baroque in Budapest
Here is our list of the top sights where you can appreciate the baroque architecture of lovely Budapest, Hungary. Most are free or very low in cost, and the cafes -- where...
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Wyndham Worldwide
Wyndham Worldwide has emerged as a leader in the family hotel market, with accommodations in all price ranges.Wyndham Worldwide became the corporate name for the hotel and lodging...
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US Mint Celebrates National Parks on Quarters – Kids Get Commemorative $.25 Coins
In economic times like these, it takes imagination and ingenuity to come up with fresh and affordable family vacation ideas. If you, like many last-minute family planners, are looking for a great vacation...
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Paris, France Hotels And Resorts
Paris offers families so much sightseeing, culture, and museum-hopping; check out Paris family-friendly hotel reviews and make trip planning a little easier. With 1,470 hotels (that is 76,200...
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Custom Itinerary – Kansas Driving Trip
Q - Terri E. of Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas inquires: We have recently moved here and are looking for some exciting locations to visit with our kids (ages 5 and 8) on weekend getaways within driving distance...
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Loaner Carseats = Travel Safety
Left your car seat at home? Don't feel like shelling out for a new one? AAA member? Then this is the story for you!We've all heard the mantra "Buckle up for safety!" but it's particularly...
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Airlines Reviving Customer Service
International carriers are developing new customer service initiatives for families to lure the next generation of travelers. Family travelers know what little regard the US airlines show to families...
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British Airways Treat Families Right
The Brits make air travel fun for kids. It's that time of year when many families are planning the most-dreaded of all journeys with children -- THE LONG PLANE FLIGHT. To the rescue...
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Summer Fun Savings And Budget Getaways
Families on a budget can look to zoos and local museums for great fun and overnight programs, plus yard sales, and other local learning adventures. Family vacations and saving money may seem contradictory,...
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Theme Park Smarts
How can you find out where the really thrilling new rides are located? Check out this parks guide, along with tried and true tips for getting the most for the least out of your theme park visit with family.Ever...
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8 Ways To Prepare Grandchildren For Grand Vacations
Are you thinking of taking your precious grandchildren on a vacation without their parents? Here are 8 travel tips to ease the process.Interested in a vacation with grandchildren sans...
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Touring Texas On A Family Road Trip
To conquer Texas -- the largest state in the Lower 48 and one of its most colorful -- a Texas road trip vacation needs forethought, planning and stamina.America's immense highway system, built...
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Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Quebec City, Canada
Family Travel Forum's restaurant picks for the entire family in Quebec City, Canada. Family Travel Forum's restaurant picks for the entire family in Quebec City, Canada. Whether the...
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