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Canoes offshore leave for Cozumel.
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Paddling to Cozumel: Sacred Mayan Journey

The spiritual traditions behind the Sacred Mayan Journey (Travesía Sagrada Maya), a canoe trip to Cozumel, have put this Mexico adventure on many bucket...

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Beef brisket is a favorite at Arthur Bryant's Barbeque, where you can top any dish with a variety of sauces. Photo c. VisitKC
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Kansas City, Missouri Attractions For The Family

Welcome to the "Heart of America" where Kansas City family attractions such as hundreds of majestic water-spouting monuments, cultural treasures and yummy barbecue await.

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Grand Canyon Railway
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Hear The Whistle Blow On The Grand Canyon Railway

Come aboard the historic Grand Canyon Railway for a comfortable train trip that will wow grandchildren. The journey travels through time between the Old West town of Williams,...

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Volunteers sort clothes at a clothes bank near to home to help others. Photo by Julia Cameron for pexels.
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Teen And Family Volunteer Vacation Opportunities

Family volunteer vacations, once known as voluntourism, are back in action as the global pandemic comes under control. From community service to building homes, environmental research...

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Aierial view of houseboating in Glen Canyon, Arizona
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Discover the Ultimate Adventure: Rent a Houseboat on Lake Powell

Rent a houseboat on Lake Powell, at the heart of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area....

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Aerial view of Big Sur along California's Pacific Coast Highway.
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Top 10 Family Road Trips USA

Our Top 10 Family Road Trips USA awards go to the original family vacation: the road trip by car. Nearly 80% of Americans have said they consider road trips...

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Two girls skiing at Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania
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Five Tips for Finding a Perfect Spring Break Ski Resort

So you've decided that your family needs a perfect spring break ski trip? Looking for sunny slopes and snow-capped mountains? Late winter and spring skiing usually offer the best...

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An aerial view of the two large pools, waterfront cafe and beach zone at The Diplomat Resort in Hollywood, Florida. Photo. c. The Diplomat Hotel.
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The Diplomat Resort With Kids For A Luxury Florida Family Beach Vacation

If your family is aging out of South Beach party nights, plan a Florida beach vacation at the glittering Diplomat Beach Resort with kids. Located in Hollywood,...

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The Santa Float makes its first holiday appearance at Philadelphia's annual Thanksgiving Day Parade.
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All American Thanksgiving Events and Celebrations

FTF's A-Z guide to local festivals and Thanksgiving events, from traditional eats to marathons, is your Thanksgiving recipe for fun.

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Girl and boy explore seashells on the beach with a photo guide.
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Sanibel And Captiva are Great for Family Reunions

Beach house rentals at America's top coastal resorts, such as Sanibel and Captiva Islands off Florida's Gulf Coast, make planning and enjoying a small family reunion easy and fun.

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car on map
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How To Get A Cheap Family Rental Car Deal

Our top seven money-saving tips should help you find a cheap family rental car deal. That is, if you know what to look for in a car rental and what rental companies will never...

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The Galveston Texas beach is empy first thing in the morning when lifeguards arrive to patrol the shore.
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Galveston is Great for Family Reunions

Beach house rentals on the Texas coast make a successful Galveston family reunion fun and affordable. That's because planning and enjoying a small family reunion at many of America's...

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Lightweight waterproof carrying case for cats keeps them comfortable when traveling away from home. Photo by Dominick Vietor via pixabay.
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How To Travel With Your Pets: 6 Essential Pet Travel Tips

Bring Fido or Fluffy along on vacation by using our top six tried 'n' true pet travel tips. Pet travel, like all travel, is becoming more challenging these days. Rising prices,...

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Photographer in silhouette taking a picture of the mountains at dusk.
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Insider Tips on Taking the Best Photos on Your Vacation

Here are 10 helpful suggestions from travel writers and photographers for taking the best photos on your next vacation. The...

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Road Trip USA – Around and About The Big Island of Hawaii

From stops for golf or astronomy, white and black sand beaches, volcanoes, or macadamia nut factory tours, circling the Big Island of Hawaii makes for a rich and varied family...

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Couple on Red Clover Inn lawn
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The Red Clover Inn And Restaurant, Killington, Vermont

Couples retreat to Killington's Red Clover Inn for a warm welcome and easy access to nearby ski slopes, the hills or the golf course. Nestled in the Green Mountains near Killington, Vermont,

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Mt. Rushmore at night
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Mount Rushmore, South Dakota’s Shrine of Democracy

I finally scratched it off the list: the very best of South Dakota's Black Hills region including Mount Rushmore, Custer State Park and Badlands National Park! Ever since seeing the debonair Cary Grant...

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Commercial Poster for Red Star Line cruises
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Exploring the Museum of Emigration in Antwerp, Belgium

Visitors to the Red Star Line Museum in the Belgian city of Antwerp can experience the fascinating story of people in search of a new home in North America. History of Immigration to the US Immigration...

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New York, New York Attractions

Here is Family Travel Forum's guide to the best family attractions, parks, museums, and events in New York, a city of soooo many different things to do.

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Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort And Spa

If everybody's gone surfing, it may be because the hip Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach makes it easy to Hang Ten on the Surf City beachfront.

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The beautiful Paris skyline at dawn.
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Paris On A Petite Budget

Mon dieu! A trip to Paris is still considered too expensive by many potential visitors, especially those traveling with kids. Inexpensive European travel in Paris, France is really possible if you take...

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The swimming pool at Villa Il Palagio in Chianti.
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Tuscan Villa Family Vacation in Chianti Farmhouse

If you are craving a getaway "Under the Tuscan Sun," Villa Il Palagio in the heart of Tuscany could be just the spot you are...

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Baltimore, Maryland Attractions

Is this your first trip to Baltimore, or have you visited many times? Either way, your ideal first stop is at the Baltimore Visitor Center, conveniently located...

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Iberostar Playa Mita Resort On Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit

Recently, on a press trip for the grand opening of the Iberostar Playa Mita, the company's newest hotel...

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Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin

Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, is not only a past winner of FTF's Top 10 Getaways for Family Travelers Award, it's still one of the country's top family vacation destinations. The...

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It’s Easy Being Green On Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula

Forget Kermit's self-doubts; families discover how much fun they can have within the Osa Peninsula biosphere. Named one of...

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Family Travel Forum Congratulates 2017 Teen Travel Writing Scholarship Winners

(New York, NY – October 5, 2017) Family Travel Forum (FTF) and its travel industry partners are pleased to announce the winners of the 2017 FTF Teen Travel Writing Scholarship. Completing...

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Clearwater: Another Side of Florida

I’m not a fan of Florida, so when I was invited by the Clearwater Region Chamber of Commerce to explore “Natural Clearwater,” I must say I was intrigued. I spent four days exploring this wonderful...

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10 Best Free and Low Cost Activities in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Straddling the junction of major interstate highways I-29 and I-90, Sioux Falls, South Dakota should not be one of those cities that most summer road-trippers zip right through. Whether...

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Kaanapali Beach Hotel, Maui, Hawaii

The Ka'anapali Beach Hotel, one of many resorts on the 3-mile-long Ka'anapali Beach, is so authentically Hawaiian that families return over and again, as if to visit ohana (family). Over several...

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5 Reasons Families Favor Airbnb Vacations

Everyone looks forward to a family vacation, but planning for it, especially when there are so many new choices in transportation, lodging, reservations and more, can be overwhelming. After the decision...

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Outstanding Family Vacations at Martinhal’s Portuguese Resorts

The proverb “Necessity is the mother of invention” came to my mind when I met Chitra Stern, the founder, along with her husband, Roman, of the Martinhal...

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The Big Island, Hawaii Attractions

Bring the family to Hawai'i, the biggest of the Hawaiian Islands, for a taste of volcanoes, some outdoor adventures, history, pure culture and just to have great fun. Also known as the "Island of Adventure,"...

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Maui, Hawaii Hotels and Resorts

All of Maui is beautiful and interesting, and there are many experiences to be had.  Here's a guide to Maui's family-friendly hotels in the four major resort areas along the 120-mile coastline...

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Ojai Valley Inn and Spa, California

Where do southern California families go for spa, fresh air and fun kids' activities with little fuss? Ojai. Shangri-La would not be too grand a name for the classic Southern California resort...

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2016 ScholarTrips Winners Announced by Allianz Travel

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Experiential and Heritage Trips Top Teen Travel Trends in 2016

The Family Travel Forum Student Travel...

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Top 10 Beach Resort Getaways For Family Vacations

Almost everyone's favorite getaway is a family beach vacation, whether it's winter or summer. Here are FTF's winners from a decade of "Top 10 Getaway" awards in the best family beach category. Our...

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Family Travel Forum Announces Winners Of Its 2016 Teen Travel Writing Scholarship

(New York, NY – October 4, 2016) Family Travel Forum (FTF) and its travel industry partners are pleased to announce the winners of the 2016 FTF Teen Travel Writing Scholarship....

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Road Trip USA: The Pacific Coast Highway from San Francisco To Los Angeles

Perhaps the best known stretch of highway in America -- California's Highway 1 between Los Angeles and San Francisco is 400 miles of coastal beauty that's become our "favorite family roadtrip." What...

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Planning a Brilliant Holiday in the English Countryside

Both inland, and along the dramatic coast of the English Channel, the countryside of South West England is picturesque, quaint, historic and full of delightful sights and quintessentially British people....

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Top 10 Orlando Vacation Hotels and Resorts

Where to stay in Orlando?  We offer some suggestions on the Universal Orlando campus, as well as some other fun options (Sponge Bob, anyone?), golf resorts, condo rentals and more for your consideration. 1....

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Top Baby Beach Getaways

Parents review their top baby beach getaways for that first vacation when your tiny traveler needs a gentle introduction to the pleasures of sun, sand and waves. As parents,...

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Ritz-Carlton Dubai

Ritz Carlton, Dubai, previously a winner of FTF's Top 10 Getaways for Tiny Travelers award in the "Best International Beach Resort" category,...

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FTF Supports Teen Travel Bloggers in 10th Annual Scholarship

Media Alert:  FTF Grants Scholarship Money and Travel Prizes to the Best Teen Travel Blogs of the Year Students Explore the Teen Travel Experience in 10th Annual Merit Competition for...

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Taking the Waters in Bath, England

For centuries, the healing and calming properties of warm mineral springs have defined wellness, a tradition that flourishes in the ancient city of Bath. Named a World Heritage Site in 1987, the south...

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Canada’s Delta Resorts Come To Orlando, Florida

Having welcomed over 62 million visitors in 2015, central Florida needs lots of beds for them to sleep in. Thanks to a new partnership between the Canadian 

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Meeting Banksy and Brunel in Bristol

The city of Bristol is located in the South West region of England, two hours from London. An historic city with maritime roots, it has been reshaped into a cool mecca of contemporary culture with arts,...

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Alaska’s Alyeska Resort

Experience a variety of scenic adventures for all ages in and around Anchorage, from your home base at the 50th state's favorite ski resort.How does someone who feels frozen as soon as the temperature...

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Athenaeum Hotel London has Magic Access to Harry Potter’s World

Get the hottest and most magical ticket in town -- Warner Bros. Studio Tour, The Making of Harry Potter -- with a stay at The Athenaeum, one of our favorite...

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