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Woman poses with Alligator statue in Gift shop along the Boudin Trail of Southwest Louisiana.
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Lake Charles Louisiana Knows How To Party

Given a limited budget, an unlimited appetite and an interest in local culture, you can’t go wrong with a weekend road trip based in Lake Charles Louisiana. 

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Bourbon Street at night as the lights come on. Photo by Zack Smith/ PhotographyNewOrleans.com
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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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Reenactors march in Colonial Williamsburg to highlight Virginia's history.
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Meet Patriots And Pocahontas In Historic Virginia

Families who enjoy combining time travel with living history will meet the real American patriots and Pocahontas in historic Virginia. Discover the Colonial Williamsburg - Jamestown...

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Murals and restaurants along L Street, Sacramento
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What To Do In Sacramento For A Staycation Or Quick Visit

Take the capital of America’s most progressive state, let busy lawmakers work from home and Sacramento becomes a laidback town with big city dining and amenities for staycation...

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Piazza del Duomo, your first stop in Milan, is home to great art and amazing shops.
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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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A B29 Superfortress plane was used to transport the first two atomic bombs from New Mexico to Japan. Photo c. National Museum of Nuclear Science and History
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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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From the beautiful beach, you can see how big the Omni Amelia Island Plantation really is.
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Sprouting Wellness At Omni Amelia Island Resort

On a visit to the Omni Amelia Island Resort, I experienced how one man’s passion can convey an aura of wellness over an entire resort.

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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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Beautiful old banyan tree in a park. Photo by Palinska for pixabay.
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Sustainable Travel: 8 Ways To Travel Responsibly As A Family

Sustainable travel and ecotourism were always hot topics around Earth Day. But, when the pandemic put the world on pause and we watched our environment begin to heal itself, sustainable...

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Kdis taking selfies on rim of Grand Canyon
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Make Your Summer Grand Canyon Hiking Plans

It takes work and a thoughtful Grand Canyon hiking plan to make a truly grand summer trip with kids. The spectacular Grand...

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Overnight Out of the City in Tarrytown, New York

As much as I love my urban lifestyle, every so often the hectic pace of New York City gets to my family and me and it's time for Tarrytown. When the pressure cooker starts to boil...

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College student in a seminar class.
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Back To School: 5 Essential For College Move-In Tips For Students Flying To Campus

Moving to campus is never easy, and students who have to fly really need my college move-in tips. Not only do we have the standard stress of tracking down room keys, awkwardly...

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One of the outstanding rock faces at Wadi Rum where climbers go for an unforgettable adventure. Photo c. unsplash
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Jordan: Your Gateway To Adventure In The Arab World

Jordan is a stunning country in Arabia that will wow you with adventures. Explore its tranquil natural reserves, discover breathtaking historical sites, and tour cities with a...

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Crowd watching a free Green Show performance on the square outside the Oregon Shakespeare Festival Hall in Ashland, Oregon. Photo c. Travel Southern Oregon
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Grandparents’ Guide To Ashland, Oregon With Kids

Curtains up… Presenting a Grandparents’ Guide to Ashland, Oregon with Kids / when Shakespeare isn’t enuf. What...

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Babysitters on the road can make your trip much less stressful.
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6 Tips For Taking A Babysitter On The Road

Use this guide to negotiate with the relative or nanny who will become your babysitter on the road. Planning to travel with anyone is critical to a trip's success. Prepare for...

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A spring day skiing at Stowe Mountain Resort in Vermont.
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Ski During Spring Break – Spring Break Ski Values In the East And West

With lengthening days, a bit more warmth, and days off for spring break, many families look for spring break ski values. Imagine a ski vacation. And why not? Rates at mountain...

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Woman and man with two alpacas, with a llama in the background, at Buck Brook Farm in the Catskills.
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Beyond The Borscht Belt: Discover The Catskills’ Modern Marvels

Since the 1920s, when Catskills attractions and hotels began luring Jewish vacationers from New York City, it's been known as the Borscht Belt. Now it’s making a comeback thanks...

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Tent with snowshoes outside the flap in surrounded by a snowy, winter wonderland.
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The Essential Guide To Camping In The Winter

Winter camping can be great fun, waking up with frost covering the tent and a beautiful misty sunrise. But it can also be a truly miserable experience if you end up cold and tired...

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Hotel guests watch fireworks display over the Pacific Ocean from their balcony at Hilton Hawaiian Village Resort, Oahu. Photo c. Hilton
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Forget Chasing Bargains: These Are Top Value Spring Break Vacation Deals

Whether you're suffering from Tiktok fever, relentless blizzards or restless kids, many families are looking for a last-minute spring break vacation. Don't worry -- last minute...

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Adult points out a country in Europe on a huge outdoors globe to a young blond child.
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Predictability Is The Key to Successful Special Needs Travel

Predictability is the key to every family vacation’s success, not only for special needs travel. In researching

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Diver free diving underwater off the island of Bali wtih a shark swimming above.
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How Health and Wellness Trends Impact Family Travelers

It’s hard to pick up a magazine or listen to a podcast without noticing how wellness trends impact family travelers. Personal wellness, now estimated to be a $2.2bn market worldwide,...

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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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City Meat Market dining room, Giddings, Texas
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Round Top, The Aspen of Texas

When I told Texas friends that Round Top is known as “The Aspen of Texas,” they started laughing. Round Top? That’s mighty high praise for a tiny, rural Texas town.

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Family in Mardi Gras outfits at Biloxi Mississippi Mardi Gras parade.
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Biloxi, Mississippi: Discover the Gulf Coast Gem

My first visit to the state of Mississippi brought me to the Gulf Coast town of Biloxi for Mardi Gras. Family visitors are welcomed by the down-home locals as...

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Horse waits for his rider at the Kay El Bar guest ranch in Wickenburg, Arizona.
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How To Choose a Dude Ranch When There Are So Many Choices

Does your family need help on how to choose a dude ranch for their vacation? Consider how many farm stays and ranch choices are available and you’ll realize how varied they are....

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Backpackers disembark at the Amtrak train station at Whitefish, Montana
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5 Top Train Trips for Exploring the West

Simplify your family vacation planning with these five top train trips for exploring America’s Western states. Each of these rail travel adventures are sure to make for interesting...

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three kids sledding in snow
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Kids Ski Free And Learn To Ski Passes

Make getting out on the snow your New Year's resolution with amazing Kids Ski Free and Student Learn To Ski Passes. These free and low-cost passes are available to local (and visiting)...

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Outside of Williams Inn, Williamstown
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Enjoy The Berkshires With Kids

Enjoy the Berkshire Mountains with kids thanks to Western Massachusetts' verdant scenery, many great (and small) musuems and the unique Hancock Shaker Village. Whether you go by...

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field of Christmas trees
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Real Christmas Tree Farms: Where and How to Harvest Your Own Tree

Family excursions make for great holidays, so why not take the kids to harvest your own tree in the wild or at a real Christmas tree farm? We make it easy with...

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Aerial view of the Harbin International Ice Festival illuminated at night. Photo c. Modern Hotel, Harbin, China
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Harbin Ice Festival in China – Frozen Wonderland

Harbin, China takes advantage of winter weather to transform ice and snowflakes into mesmerizing gifts, ice sculptures and lanterns to entertain locals and people...

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Roswell crash site model is on show at the International UFO Museum in Roswell.
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Exploring Roswell Alien Attractions: UFO History and Cosmic Fun

Embark on an otherworldly journey as we delve into Roswell alien attractions, a fusion of UFO history and cosmic festivities. From the enigmatic Roswell UFO incident to the renowned...

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Mount Vernon, on the banks of the Potomac River, boasts beautiful landscaping at any time of year.
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Mount Vernon, Virginia – Explore The Historical Beauty

Celebrate Independence Day and experience America's founding on a Mount Vernon weekend. The Mt. Vernon estate is George and Martha Washington's home and farm in Virginia. Take...

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Outside the Margaret Alexander Walker Center at Jackson State University.
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What to Do in Jackson, Mississippi’s Homecoming

Celebrate Jackson, Mississippi’s Homecoming and feel the beat as the "City with Soul" moves beyond its bicentennial. Jackson boasts powerful Civil Rights monuments, terrific...

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San Clemente Lifeguard station #4 overlooks the Pacific as seen from Sunset Limited train.
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San Diego Activities: Things to Do with Your Kids!

From Sea World to surfing to a world-class zoo, here are our favorite ideas on where to go when visiting sunny San Diego with kids. By the way, southern California is a participant...

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Shopping at the Native American Portal Market at the Palace of the Governors in Santa Fe.
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Things to Do in Santa Fe with Kids – Fun Adventures Await

Four hundred years of history guarantee that Santa Fe with kids, -- or without -- is a fascinating destination. Architecture, shops, restaurants, and museums feature a sophisticated...

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Having breakfast on the deck of the Celestyal Crystal off the coast of Mykonos.
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Celestyal Cruise: Heavenly Greek Islands Trip

Greece is one of the world’s best multigenerational destinations, and a Greek island cruise is one of the best ways to appreciate it. Activities at each port of call range from...

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If you travel to Europe after November 2023, apply for an ETIAS document because the Schengen Zone is implementing new security policiies.
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What Is ETIAS and How Will It Affect Travel to Europe?

The ETIAS program, already partly in effect, affects all those planning to travel to Europe. The

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Hand drawn illustrations of common travel yoga poses.
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Anywhere Travel Yoga Keeps Your Vacation Stress-Free

Take advantage of our 'anywhere' travel yoga poses to stay stress-free while on the go. Family vacationers appreciate these easy, healthy yoga moves you can do on the plane, on...

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thumbnail of Girl buried in the sand at the beach
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The Art Of Meteors, Fairy Rings, Fatherhood And RVing

I have been looking at my phone all week checking weather and atmospheric cloud conditions. In a summer full of bright nights in the Canadian Rockies, the sun is finally setting...

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Two women pose for a picture in a fun frame from the Montecito Sequoia family camp. Photo c. Montecito-Sequoia Lodge
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Top Family Camps In The West

Family sleepaway camps in the West make fun, adventurous bonding experiences possible. They make vacations that focus on family closeness affordable, too. Parents can relive their...

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Families compete in Water balloon toss at Camp Nawakwa.
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Top Family Camps In The Midwest

Midwest family camps offer fun, adventure and family bonding vacations at reasonable rates. To plan sleepaway camp together with your kids, start by checking out these great family...

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Author and family sampling eveyone's favorite Blue Bell flavor at the ice cream parlor next to the Blue Bell factory tour.
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The Scoop On The Blue Bell Creameries Factory Tour

When driving the Texas Hill Country, plan a stop at the Blue Bell factory tour. Citizens of the Lone Star State claim they make the best ice cream in the country. This creamery,...

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Very enthusiastic crowd in the stands at the Camel Races in Virginia City, Nevada. Photo c. Liz Huntington for VisitVirginiaCityNV.com
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Bring the Kids to See Camels in Virginia City

Time travel to see camels in Virginia City, a Nevada town that offers families the chance to experience what life was like in a 19th-century mining boomtown. Yes,...

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pickup game of cricket on the sand.
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9 Last Minute Vacation Deals For One Last Summer Vacation

To help you save on one last summer vacation, we've rounded up nine great last minute vacation deals. Picture how envious your neighbors will be when you head out on a late summer...

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A shore excursion to the Royal Palace of King Norodom Sihamoni is one of the top attractions in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
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A Mekong River Trip To Angkor Tops The Bucket List

A Mekong River trip is a fascinating, deep dive into Indochina, the heart of Southeast Asia. The peninsula labeled Indochine by French colonists comprises today’s...

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Fishing boats moored offshore Permuteran Beach, northeast Bali, at dawn.
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The Perfect 10 Days In Bali With Kids

With a supersized reputation as a paradise for honeymooners, doing Bali with kids may not be on your Bucket List. However, families who do go to Bali discover that its stunning...

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Infographic shows Americans confident about travel at an all time high since 2009. Graphic c. Allianz Partners
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Americans Are Confident About Vacations Again, Traveling More

If you don’t believe families have regained a confident mindset about vacations and travel, just ask Ron Bozman. He’s one...

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Families love playing with the sounds in the Effektorium at the house of musician Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy. Photo by Michelle Marine.
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One Week In Family-Friendly Saxony, Germany

If you’re looking for an amazing European experience with the kids, immerse yourself in family-friendly Saxony. One week won’t be long enough. You can, however, get a great...

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Whale breaching the water of Glacier Bay National Park as witnessed by a tourist skiff. Photo. c. Uncruise Adventures.
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Getting Off The Grid With Kids, The Best Gift Ever

You may dream of getting off the grid with kids, but how? Learning how to collect rainwater and live off solar power is daunting for families. Instead, consider an escape to remote...

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Teens and group leader
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How To Volunteer On Vacation

Choosing to volunteer on vacation with so many options available can be a daunting task. This is especially true for families and teens...

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