
Explore The Family-Friendly Adirondacks At Saranac Lake
Instead of tackling six million acres of wilderness, explore the family-friendly Adirondacks Mountains from comfortable Saranac Lake, the region’s self-proclaimed capital. The...
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6 Tips To Teach Kids Golf Without Teeing Them Off
Today's parent wants to teach kids golf because the sport has become more popular with families. To ensure a fun outing for both you and your junior golfers, follow FTF's simple...
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16 Family Activities You Can Only Share in Israel
These unique Israel family activities prove that the country, turning 75 in 2023, is a very special place. It's more than just a destination for religious pilgrims. Thoughtful...
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Explore Coeur d’Alene, Idaho And The Silverwood Theme Park
Discover a cool rural getaway with lots of outdoor recreation and the kid-welcoming Silverwood theme park in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. This incredibly picturesque town is on the...
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Callaway Gardens Family Resort In Georgia
Reunite in Pine Mountain, where adventures in nature at the Callaway Gardens family resort...
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You Thought Beach? Myrtle Beach Golf Is The New Game
Many families expect a beach when they get to Myrtle Beach, but our family prefers a Myrtle Beach golf vacation. The beach is there, of course. The Grand Strand...
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Sustainable Cruise Brands Invest in Our Planet
The theme of Earth Day 2023 -- #investinourplanet – has prompted the Carnival Corporation cruise brands to share their investments in sustainable cruising.
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A Real Kid’s Guide to Washington DC
Just in time for summer, there's a brand new edition of
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Celebrating Khmer New Year in Cambodia with Kids
Explore Cambodia as a family for an enriching experience, especially during Khmer New Year. The Khmer people are known for being warm and friendly, and you and your children will...
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Iceland Family Adventures
I’m dressed for an Iceland family adventure: puffy, waterproof space-like suit, crash helmet, rubber boots, goggles and gloves. This is Mother Nature at its finest and we’re...
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Make Or Break Spring Travel Plans – Hassle Free
It’s never too late to make (or break) Spring...
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Traveling With Jewelry To Avoid Damage And Theft
Traveling with jewelry may seem as simple as packing up your favorite pair of jeans or a nice outfit for dinner, but it is a little more complex than that.
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Heidelberg’s Famous Schriesheimer Mathaisemarkt Festival
Make historic Heidelberg, Germany your base for the annual Schriesheimer Mathaisemarkt, a delightful spring festival. This small city is one of those lucky places that was not...
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Big City Deals With City Pass Savings
Who's not interested in multi-attraction tickets and city pass savings for several US cities? Many of these discounted attraction passes cover sights in Canada and the top European...
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Across Mongolia On Horseback
There are few adventures that match the magnitude and exoticism of exploring Mongolia on horseback among authentic nomadic tribes. Once an impossible bucket list dream for fans...
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Family Spa Holidays Are A European Tradition
Did you know that family spa holidays are an annual tradition in many of Europe’s top destinations? Enjoy one in three easy steps. First, choose a wellness oriented hotel for...
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ROWing Down The Salmon River In Idaho
Experience a luxury family vacation when you row the Salmon River in Idaho with the tour company ROW, and meet a crew of other whitewater rafting families.
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Search And Compare Flights Made Easy
Did you know that travel planners visit an average of 6.5 different websites on different devices to search and compare flights? Two new websites, Directflights and flightroutes,...
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Travel Fitness Exercise Routine
Stick to your resolutions with these simple travel fitness exercises from a top New York City trainer. We guarantee they'll help travelers keep in shape with a quick and easy-to-do...
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Chill Out At Canada’s Ice Hotel In Quebec
"Beautiful and frigid," is the comment left by one guest at Canada’s Ice Hotel. Ice Hotel gets its name from the fact that nearly everything in the hotel is...
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When Is the Best Time To Buy Business Class Flights To London?
In recent times, London has drawn a growing number of visitors from all around the world. The biggest city in Europe at 600 square miles, it is one of the most critical financial,...
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Making Our Travels More Meaningful
Social, economic and political forces have persuaded many families to commit to more meaningful travel since the pandemic pause.
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Big Snow Is Coming!
Every autumn as the winds pick up my family thinks “Big Snow is Coming!” but that’s because we love snow sports. That’s not true in every family. Turning kids into snow...
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12 Top German Christmas Markets, A European Family Tradition
Traditional German Christmas Markets, also known as Chriskindlesmarkt, are today located in a variety of big and small towns throughout Europe. While...
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Free Winter Fun At Yosemite National Park
Enjoy low cost eco-activities and lots of free winter fun outdoors at Yosemite National Park. This northern California preserve is truly one of America's favorite and most easily...
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Holiday Gift Guide for Travelers
Looking for a holiday gift guide for travelers? We know that people who love to travel want to encourage wanderlust in loved ones. There’s no better way than presenting them...
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Gorgeous Yellowstone Winter Getaways with Family Snow Tours
One of the country's most impressive national parks is featuring Yellowstone winter getaways for select dates through early March. Plan now to experience this vast park -- a favorite...
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Alexandria, Virginia In Winter – Top Attractions
Historic Alexandria, Virginia in winter is all about Scottish traditions and holiday cheer. It's a great time of year to visit this small town neighboring the nation's capital....
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Thanksgiving in China! The most interesting Thanksgiving of my 24 years…
I have lived in Wuhan, China for three years now, teaching English at Wenhua College, while returning home to America each Christmas and Summer break. This leaves a few holidays...
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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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4 Surprising Reasons You Must Visit Shanghai, China
Shanghai, China's largest metropolis, exists in a contradiction. One half of this major megalopolis is wealthy and attractive, while the other half is old and rustic. That contradiction...
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Next Stop: The Mountain Town of Redding
Redding, California, the center of outdoor recreation in the Northlands, is becoming the next stop for active families. Head upstate about 220 miles north of the Bay Area. This...
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Great Mexico Fall Festivals to Celebrate in Puerto Vallarta
Plan your visit during a local holiday or Mexico fall festival and enjoy the country's cultural traditions and heritage, often at no cost. Celebrations focusing on religion, gastronomy,...
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Quebec City, Canada Attractions
Tour an 18th-century European old town, water parks, zoos, monuments and the river -- Quebec City attractions that are fun for families in all four seasons.
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6 Tips for a Successful Family Road Trip
How you prepare for family road trips dictates whether these adventures will be fun-filled or a terrible chore that will leave you tired and frustrated. It’s important to ensure...
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Sargassum Seaweed Attacking Our Beaches
It's back -- the disruptive and hated-by-brides sargassum seaweed has hit Caribbean and Atlantic beaches for summer 2022. Sargassum is brown strands of algae that originate in...
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Orlando Nature Attractions In Central Florida
Orlando nature attractions surround the theme park capital of the world. Yes... it's true. Florida has a natural side that lets visitors spot a baby alligator or stroll through...
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Ben & Jerrys Ice Cream Factory Tour, Vermont
It's cheap, fun, educational and tastes good -- it's Ben & Jerry's, the factory of Vermont's friendliest ice cream makers. This special place features the brand's memorabilia,...
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The King of Tupelo, Mississippi
I recently overheard two guys who'd scaled Kilimanjaro, run Class VI rapids on the New River, and rested their heads on the most expensive pillows in Paris agree that none of their...
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Canoe Escapes In The ‘Real’ Florida
A daylong outing with Canoe Escape in central Florida offers a natural and relaxing experience very close to Tampa and Busch Gardens. It's the "real Florida" just as they are,...
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Yosemite National Park For A Summer Vacation
Which Scottish-born writer credited Yosemite National Park as the finest creation of nature incomparable to any other on the face of the earth? It was John Muir who wrote, “All...
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An Ideal Hilton Phoenix Resort For Family And Multigenerational Travel
The family amenity specs at the Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak are impressive when seen online. Note the 563 all-suite accommodations that include a separate living room, two...
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The Best Places To Visit In Costa Rica With Kids
Visit Costa Rica with kids to explore the best natural attractions in a country known for its majestic and unspoiled terrain. Costa Rica is an affordable and attractive destination,...
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On Horseback At Tanque Verde Guest Ranch, Tucson, Arizona
Tanque Verde is a deluxe western dude ranch where preschoolers are taken seriously and horseback riding is open to all ages and abilities.
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Family Cruise Vacations Back For Summer
What’s next on your travel bucket list – hope it’s one of my favorite family cruise vacations! Perhaps you’ve always...
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Explore Wilderness In Glacier National Park
Pristine lakes, mountain goats, snow-capped mountains, stunning views: Glacier National Park has it all, but may lose its namesake glaciers before long. Take an amazing Northwest...
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Road Trip USA: The Blue Ridge Parkway From Virginia To Tennessee
The beauty of the Blue Ridge Parkway will inspire your backseat passengers to sing "Country Roads, Take Me Home" as you cruise between the Shenandoah and the Smoky Mountain National...
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Ancient Cultures Meet Scenic Vistas In Mesa Verde National Park
Colorado's Mesa Verde National Park attracts outdoorsy families with its scenic hiking trails, Pueblo cliff dwellings, easy railroad tours and thrilling whitewater...
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Why Choose Spanish Lessons in Barcelona?
Master conversational Spanish, and love the experience, by taking Spanish lessons in Barcelona. The importance of Spanish, the language of Cervantes, is undeniable.
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