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Portrait of Martin Luther King, Jr. surrounded by the names of the principles he fought for, by John Hain courtesy pixabay.
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Memphis, Tennessee – Explore the Civil Rights Movement at the National Civil Rights Museum

Even if you've seen the very special Martin Luther King Memorial in Washington DC, your family should not miss an opportunity to visit "his" museum:

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Camels with ornate wool saddles wait for tourists to book them outside the Pyramids of Giza, Egypt.
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Priceless Pyramid Views At The Marriott Mena House, Cairo

I grew up hearing about The Mena House at the foot of the ancient Pyramids of Giza, one of the most famous hotels in the world. My mother, who traveled to Cairo...

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Huttopia Adirondacks bistro has snacks for all ages who enjoy hanging out in the central lodge.
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Glamping In Lake George NY At Huttopia Adirondacks

For an all natural family vacation, look to upstate New York and Huttopia Adirondacks. It is one of a new breed of glamping resorts outside Lake George – just...

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Seven miles from Downtown Pittsfield, you are far removed from crowds and commerce. Photo by Ralph Spielman
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All Aboard! Pittsfield, Mass And The Berkshires Aboard The Berkshire Flyer

Explore Massachusetts from a base in Pittsfield and the Berkshire Mountains will start to look like Norman Rockwell's classic New England. Affordable Pittsfield and nearby Berkshires...

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What Jesus billboard in Colby, Kansas.
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Driving Kansas I-70, The Essential Road Stops

Driving Kansas I-70 is worth more in memories than 500 miles of 18-wheelers and corn fields. There are small towns with huge scale artworks, 50s cinemas, arts festivals, military...

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A beachfront picnic is a casual way for families to make special memories at the Westin Puerto Vallarta Resort. Photo c. Westin Resort & Spa, Puerto Vallarta.
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Ultimate Westin Puerto Vallarta Resort Review: Family Fun In Paradise

As I reviewed the tropical gardens, shady pools and sandy beach of the Westin Puerto Vallarta Resort, I saw families having fun: all ages, shapes and colors. Parents and grandparents,...

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Guide and visitors in a golf cart in Bisbee, Arizona
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Unveiling Bisbee’s Quirky Charm: A Guide to Arizona’s Historic Town

The second I saw Bisbee, Arizona, rated one of “America’s Favorite Towns,” I was in love with its quirky charm. I was surprised in so many ways by its mining history and...

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Horseback tour along a beach by the sea. Photo c. Bianca Bianeyre for pexels.
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Saddle Up To Explore Aruba’s Wild Side On Horseback

We get it. Planning a vacation can feel like a whirlwind of endless choices. But trust us, if you're headed to the stunning island of Aruba, horseback riding along the rugged northeast...

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Kid pose with golf clubs at the Hilton Waikoloa Resort in Hawaii.
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A Dozen And More Top Family Golf Resorts

When golf became hot to younger generations, many golf resorts evolved into family golf resorts. They began by focusing on the parent and grandparent players they already had....

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