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Family Travel Forum has provided trusted vacation planning resources for traveling the world with kids since 1996. Over the years, our staff and contributors who Have Kids, Still Travel! — as well as their children, our interns, professional writers and our community — have contributed a rich library of compelling travel journals and reviews. We strive to keep our community's work relevant and up-to-date to help you make the most of your own family adventures. Please add your comments and corrections to any post and send us your notes on the latest destinations, products and trends you find. After all, we are community.
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2009 FTF Travel Writing Scholarship Supports Young Travelers

FTF's 3rd annual Teen Travel Writing Scholarship is open to teens sharing their travel tales in our community dedicated to travel "Before I Get Old."(New York, NY – April 23, 2009) - Family...

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Excess Baggage: Unessential Baby Gear

Before you pack the formula, stroller, and diapers, read this article by Family Travel Forum. One bag, two bags, laptop or not, who's worried about carry-ons? Since you're probably already...

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Business Travelers’ Staying in Touch Tips

What do high-profile parents do when business travel calls and the children stay at home? Keep in touch, of course. Executives in the travel industry and a variety of other business travelers have conjured...

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Nomad Alert: Round the World Travel Resources

Homer did it, why not you? FTF explains how RTW fares can save you money on your next family trip whether you roam with a group or independently. If circumnavigating the globe by air, with the...

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Madrid, Spain Restaurants

FTF's list of great family restaurants in Madrid, SpainClueless about where to eat in Madrid? Here are some dining ideas for you and your family: Casa...

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Bologna, Italy Attractions

Here are Family Travel Forum's suggestions for family-friendly sights in this old university town. Bologna is best known for containing the oldest university in Europe, and it is easy for...

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Family Fun on the French Riviera

From parks to plays to pools, amusement for the family on the French Riviera. Here are some amusements to entertain the family throughout the French Riviera, in Cannes, Nice, and St. Tropez:  Cannes Parks...

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Travel Trends 2008: 2007 Getaways Reveal A Decade Of Change

Trends Report - February 28, 2008: Family Travel Forum's 10th annual "Top 10 Getaways for Tiny Travelers" awards explore a decade of change in family vacations.Trends Report - February 28,...

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Top Teaching Programs at Family Ski Resorts

Which North American ski resort has the best children's program? For 2008, Ski Magazine and Kidznsnow.com look at different aspects of what makes a snowsports destination great for families.Children's...

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