Explore Colorado Differently: 20 Hidden Towns Worth The Trip This Summer
Colorado's famous mountain towns like Aspen and Vail get all the glory, but the Centennial State hides dozens of charming small towns that fly under the radar. I've spent years...
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Explore North Carolina’s Chic Coastline: 18 Elegant Beach Town Experiences
North Carolina's coastline offers more than just sandy shores and crashing waves. From the Outer Banks to the southern beaches, elegant experiences await those seeking a touch...
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10 Cultural Highlights in Detroit
Detroit has long been a city of makers, auto workers, musicians, painters, architects, each adding to its layered cultural identity. Beyond the well-known Motown legacy, the city’s...
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20 U.S. National Parks To Put On Your Bucket list
America's national parks are nature's greatest gift to adventurers, photographers, and wilderness lovers alike. From towering mountains to sprawling deserts, these protected lands...
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10 Under-the-Radar Destinations to Visit in New Mexico
New Mexico is often associated with Santa Fe’s adobe architecture, Taos’s ski slopes, and Albuquerque’s balloon festival, but the state offers much more beyond its most famous...
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12 Notable Beach Destinations in the U.S. Travelers Enjoy
From Hawaii to Maine, the United States offers beaches that rival some of the most renowned coastlines in the Caribbean and the South Pacific. With thousands of miles of shoreline,...
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17 Essential Tips For Visiting The Outer Banks In North Carolina
The Outer Banks of North Carolina is a stunning string of barrier islands with beautiful beaches, historic lighthouses, and wild horses roaming free. This special place offers...
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Enjoy A Catnap At Hello Kitty Suites In Japan’s Family Friendly Hotels
Wow your family with a blissful night’s sleep at one of Japan’s stunning Hello Kitty hotel rooms. The...
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Budget Family Suites Hotels At Universal Orlando Resort
A few years back we reviewed the budget family suites at Universal Orlando. During a recent stay at the Cabana Bay Beach Resort, we toured them again and found...
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Loews Hotels Love Families
One of the top kid-welcoming boutique hotel chains, Loews Hotel family programs cater to all ages with special facilities, discounts and thoughtful amenities. According to
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Welcome LEGOLAND New York To The Catskills
LEGOLAND New York is a playful version of the plastic brick theme park that successfully reflects its urban locale. Our family, like many in the tri-state area, is glad it chose...
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Universal’s Hard Rock Hotel At Universal Orlando Resort
"I love Rock n' Roll" might as well be the refrain at this elegant Orlando outpost of the Hard Rock dining and hotel empire. There's loads of rockstar and kid...
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14 Travel Hacks You May Not Know For Planning A Bucket List Adventure
Make Bucket List dreams come true, and affordably, by using a few of my favorite travel hacks. Current research and a lifetime of travel experience taught me some new tricks to...
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A Luxury Halong Bay Cruise In Vietnam
We all like a bargain, but sometimes saving money on a cheap excursion can backfire, and end in tragedy as this
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Surviving Halloween Horror Nights at Universal
Having survived a night of gleeful terror at Universal Orlando Resort’s Halloween Horror Nights, I can report that #HHN is a blast. Before you die, take just...
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Required Documents And Travel Consent Letters For Travel With Minors
Whether you’re married and leaving a spouse behind to work; grandparents taking grandchildren on vacation; same sex couples with adopted children -- even a military family trying...
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51 Summer Trip Ideas – Plan Your Perfect Family Vacation
It’s time for our annual roundup of the 51 best family summer trip ideas! Wave goodbye to work and school stress, and forget about travel hiccups or economic woes. Right now,...
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Why LaGuardia Terminal B Is The Future of Airports
LaGuardia Terminal B has showcased the future of airports since the $8 billion renovation which began in 2016. Today, public spaces feed the body and soul. Travelers experience...
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At 200, An Erie Canal Cruise Is A Bucket List Adventure
Discover the magic of a New York canal cruise on the iconic Erie Canal. Slow travel back to 1817, when construction began on...
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Chill South American Ski Resorts in Chile And Argentina
Find snow sports in "summer" at top South American ski resorts in the Southern Hemisphere. Long known to international elite athletes, the names Portillo, Valle...
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Best Spring Break Vacation Ideas
There's still snow and plenty of sun, so get out and choose your best spring break idea from one of our many affordable family vacation deals for 2025.
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A Family Adventure On The Camino de Santiago: How To Make It Fun And Safe For Kids
The Camino de Santiago is much more than just a tourist journey or a pilgrimage route; it is a life-changing experience that can bring families together in a unique and unforgettable...
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Summertime: Sun Precautions When The Heat Is On
Doc Holiday updates you on specific sun precautions to take during the blistering heat of summer, especially when traveling with very young children.
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Our 18 Favorite Mardi Gras Carnival Celebrations Outside New Orleans
Here are the top 18 places known among party-lovers and Catholics for superb Mardi Gras Carnival celebrations. The Mardi Gras or Carnival is such a popular and...
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Carnaval de Quebec: Winter Wonderland Celebration
Carnaval de Quebec, a winter wonderland nestled in Quebec City, offers an unforgettable family adventure at an affordable cost. Explore this annual festival, filled with activities...
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Las Vegas, Nevada Attractions
We'll roll the dice on this and guarantee fun on your next Nevada vacation with our Las Vegas, Nevada family attractions guide. Pack our age-appropriate rundown of the best attractions...
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6 Romantic Getaways for Valentine’s Day: Reconnect and Rekindle Your Love
Planning romantic getaways for Valentine’s Day -- or any time -- can be surprisingly stressful because there are so many options. Ask yourself:
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12 Favorite Family Winter Getaways And Travel Deals
Sun or snow or stay close for your family winter getaways? Maybe your winter escape is that long-delayed trip to Orlando. Perhaps it's a cruise with extended family or experiencing...
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Our Family’s Pick Among Barcelo’s Riviera Maya All Inclusive Resorts
Imagine an easy, breezy, sunny vacation at the all-inclusive Barcelo Resorts on Mexico's Riviera Maya. Families find that impressive dining options, friendly service, entertainment...
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Celebrate First Night On New Years
Archaeologists believe the Babylonians were the first civilization to celebrate "First Night" or the New Year. They planned an 11-day holiday tied to the vernal (spring) equinox...
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Holidays At Europe’s Favorite Christmas Markets
There's never been a cheaper time to enjoy the holiday cheer radiating from the tents and stalls of Europe's Christmas Markets. Despite chill winds, snowflakes...
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Top Holiday Lights Celebrations Across America
We love holiday lights celebrations — the decorations, evergreens, religious displays and multicultural celebrations that light up cities and towns everywhere from November to...
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Christmas In New York City – The Best Holiday Attractions
Grab the kids to experience Christmas in New York City with our guide to the best holiday attractions. The good news is that most family activities are open...
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Where To Watch New York’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Putting the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City on this year's itinerary? Your family deserves a ringside seat. This amazing spectacle is outdoors, in person and even...
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Disney World Hacks: Tips for a Magical Visit
These Disney World hacks, tips, and tricks, picked up during a whirlwind, two-day visit to Walt Disney World during the July 4th week, guarantee success in any high season.
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Time Travel Aboard Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser
Editor's Note: We are sad to say that Walt Disney World's Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser space resort closed in September 2023. The...
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Halloween Fun and Frights in Philly, Scranton, Lancaster & Pittsburgh Pennsylvania
It's almost Halloween, that time of year when families search for Pennsylvania haunted houses. It's when kids don their costumes and head out looking...
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Halloween in New York City for Free And Cheap Fun
Starting in early September, carved pumpkins, spooky ghosts and candy treats mark Halloween in New York City. Best yet, ghostly elves spread the spirit of autumn across the five...
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Orlando Haunted Houses and Spooky Thrills in Orlando
From as early as August through to early November, Orlando at Halloween is one of the most spooktacular destinations in the country. The country's leading theme park designers...
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Las Vegas Christmas: A Big Party In Las Vegas For The Whole Family
Did Santa pack a Las Vegas Christmas vacation for your family this year? If you've been saving up for a family getaway, keep in mind that Vegas makes for an affordable winter break...
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Halloween Events and Six Flags Fright Fest Extreme at Great Adventure Themepark
This year, Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey is back to its old haunts during the annual Fright Fest Extreme. It's bigger and better than...
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8 Ways To Introduce Kids To Balinese Culture And Tradition
The island of Bali is a legendary paradise whose distinct Balinese culture and traditions are not to be missed. One of more than 6,000 islands in the Indonesian Archipelago, Bali's...
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Barcelona, Spain Family Attractions
Taking the family to Barcelona, Spain presents more family attractions packed with culture, recreation, shopping, and fine dining than most families dream of.
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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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Disney Springs Hotels Discount Orlando Rates
Many families don't realize that Disney Springs hotels offer discount Orlando room rates for every vacation period. This summer, they also feature free evening entertainment with...
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New Orleans, Louisiana Family Attractions You Must Experience
Dubbed “The Big Easy” and “The Most Interesting City in America” depending on your viewpoint, New Orleans family attractions will not disappoint. This charming Southern...
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One Day In Milan Itinerary, Plus The Best Day After Attractions
A one day in Milan itinerary should include couture fashion design, fresh pasta and great art. What’s not to miss in Milan? Leonardo's "The Last Supper." What's the other top...
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New Mexico Nuclear Bomb Sites
New Mexico is the birthplace of the Atomic age, a story told at its nuclear bomb sites. In this story, we open our TOP SECRET folder and tell you the best places to visit on your...
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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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