St. Croix Of The U.S. Virgin Islands
From snorkeling to city life, the island of St. Croix in the US Virgin Islands is an easy trip for American families seeking warm weather and something different. St. Croix is the perfect destination for a tropical family vacation--and it's only a few hours from home. U.S. citizens don't even need a passport to visit the capital Christiansted, snorkel off the North Coast, wander old plantations,...
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Custom Itinerary – Tropical Resort with Baby Care
Q. Andrea F. of Brazil writes: We would like recommendations for a hotel, inn or resort with a baby program, infant facilities and nearby medical care in the Caribbean or Mexico. We are traveling for 3 weeks over the Christmas holiday. A. We have received your request for tropical beach...
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Cayman Islands Revival
The Cayman islands are flourishing with more upscale lodgings, new recreation, myriad attractions and that same superb marine environment.The Cayman islands, comprised of three islands, are a British Overseas Territory overseen by a governor appointed by the Queen. In years past, the Caymans have been known for their superior diving, but is it possible the three tiny islands discovered by...
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Top 10 Getaway for Luxury Travelers – The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman
In 2006, FTF's annual Top 10 survey of award-winners honored The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman, Cayman Island as a Top Luxury Beach Resort. In 2006, FTF's annual Top 10 survey of award-winners honored The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman, Cayman Island as a Top Luxury Beach Resort. Whether a high-end vacation is a matter of course for you and your family or a treat reserved for a special occasion,...
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Cayman Islands Attractions
Eco-friendly ideas to entertain toddlers, teens and ages in between, in the pristine marine environment of Grand Cayman island.Just a 70-minute flight from Miami, the British Crown Colony of the Cayman Islands is a good travel destination for families who enjoy waters teaming with life, sandy beaches and surf, and beautiful natural panoramas. The three islands of Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac...
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Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort
White sand, blue waters, great service, delicious food... this centrally located Marriott resort is not the largest, but it has it all.One of the first resorts nestled on the south end of Grand Cayman’s Seven Mile Beach and less than two miles away from Georgetown, the Grand Cayman Marriott Beach
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Disappointments in Door County
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Norwegian Epic, The Big Story At Sea
Here's a case where bigger is better, because the stylish Norwegian Epic, one of the world's largest cruise ships, knows how to deliver heaping portions of family fun.With the launch of its new flagship, the Norwegian Epic, Norwegian Cruise Lines (NCL) has created a single ship designed to satisfy the urges and expectations of all vacationers -- families,...
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Why We Travel
Even the tiniest travelers can benefit from an exciting family vacation. I was unceremoniously dunked in the Atlantic Ocean at the ripe old age of 2 months, and took to the water like I was born to it. So when we planned our first trip to Jamaica, I couldn't wait for the sound of that giggle as we dipped our brave, 9-month-old daughter's tiny pink toes in the big Caribbean Sea. It would be...
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Puerto Rico, The Old World In The New
Here's a Caribbean getaway that you won't need a passport for. Explore history while discovering great hotels and attractions in friendly and intriguing Puerto Rico. "Rich Port" is an appropriate translation of the name of a lush, exotic, but cosmopolitan island surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. Our all too brief visit to Puerto Rico opened our eyes to its...
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