Žilinska Lyžovaka Slovakia
Last week the Horeny family - close family friends - invited me to Avilina for the weekend. Avilina is a small city in northern Slovakia situated...
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Tips for Europe Touring: Sibling vs. Spouse
Now, I'm sure no one wants to hear all of the funny stories that won't be nearly as amusing to others as it was to us. So, instead, I am going to offer up some advice and tips about traveling...
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Trip to Nice, France.
We stood at the corner of a gravel lot in Le Parc de la Colline du Chateau. The four of us passed a soccer ball back and forth, the sun on our faces, just off an 8 hour flight from a gray and rainy...
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My 17 Day European Vacation
This trip was organized through my high school with EF Tours. We left on June 22, 2006. It was one of the most amazing experiences of...
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Sava Baikal!
The government of the Russian Federation is going to permit the Baikal pulp and paper plant to work and to discharge toxic sewage to the clearest lake of the world. If it happens,...
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Ye Ol’ UK Blog
Below are 2 entries to my old UK blog that I posted on facebook last spring semester, when I studied abroad in London. Rereading them brings all my memories back... I can feel the rush of the Tube,...
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Prague
In 2006, my family and I went on an adventure I would not soon forget. It all came to view after about a six hour train ride from Berlin,
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Two Days in Alexandria, Egypt, 1/2009
1/17 Helloooo from Alexandria! Internet will be limited here as we don’t get it in our hotel, so we will only be online on random early mornings when we can reach the American Center (the...
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Backcountry Snowboarding in Sweden
During March of 2009, I visited my friend Martin in Sweden. Martin was a foreign exchange student that stayed at my house for one year while I was in high...
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In the Footsteps of Expatriates
When one thinks of a cliché destination for those smitten by wanderlust, the Parisians probably spring to the forefront. I would ask that you disenchant yourself from this very notion and try to...
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Outside my Dessert Bubble
I never thought that trying to help my churches youth group raise money to buy vehicles for missionaries would send me accross the world. I never thought I'd ever go anywhere outside the United States,...
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Well, blimey its green here!
This was my spring break trip to Ireland with my mother two years ago. Sorry I'm late! Ah, where to start. The way we did this trip was that the company we went through (ACIS) flew us over on a plane...
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European Adventure
It was a traditional Fondue Party in the Swiss Alps. Even though it was the...
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Ireland Attractions
From Dublin to Limerick to Killarney, FTF reviews dozens of kid-friendly ideas for places to go on your next family vacation to Ireland.Ireland, also known as "The Land of Youth," is brimming...
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Travel Words
Madrid 5/28/08 NightSitting here in this hotel room with DJ and Chris, doing nothing but lying in our three seperate beds, smoking cigarettes. Today never ended. I haven't slept since...
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Four Days in Córdoba, Spain
Here are my favorite fully-packed four days in Andalucia's most charming city. DAY ONE: 12 pm: Welcome to Córdoba! Arriving...
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Star Trekking: Brad and Angelina (Plus Kids) Take Venice by Storm
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie spent some time in Venice during the end of February. And of course, it was a family travel event with 19-month-old twins, Knox and Vivienne,...
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Breakfast at Tivoli’s: Copenhagen, Denmark With Little Ones
From museums to gardens to castles, FTF tells you where to take the kids in Copenhagen, Denmark.I remember Copenhagen, Denmark well. I lived there years ago when I was the director of a theater...
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Rotterdam, Netherlands Attractions
Centrally located, just two hours from Germany and one hour from Belgium, Rotterdam is a very diverse and intriguing base from which to explore Holland.The world’s third busiest port (after...
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Paris Sightseeing: Top Family Attractions And Tours
Organize your sightseeing time in Paris with some discount attraction passes and guided tours, then make the most of your family vacation.
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Istanbul: Me & The Marines
For those who've followed my Baghdad saga, and understand the stress I was feeling after the bombings there, you know how much I needed a break. So, after a week of RnR in Iceland, I headed...
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Iceland for RnR
Looking for a much-needed break, I recently went to Iceland with my friend Joanna, a delightful English lawyer who works in Baghdad advising investors on how to negotiate Iraqi business laws. Iceland...
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Hamburg, Germany Welcomes The World
Europe's largest port hosted millions of emigrants at the turn of the century and weclomes millions more to visit today.Hamburg, Germany's largest port and one of Europe's key trans-shipment...
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Iberostar – Profile Of A Family-Friendly Resort Company
Iberostar, the brand behind all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean, Mexico, Spain, and other countries, has both a storied history and a high rate of approval from vacationing families.
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Sweet Love for all the Family Valentines
Valentine's Day throws me into a tailspin each year as I wonder what to get for my husband of 20-something years and my teen son, whose affections drift elsewhere these days. Yet somehow I always return...
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The Norwegian Gem Sets Sail – My Review
Read about our cruise expert's sneak peak at a brand new ship, Norwegian Gem, in her review of an inaugural "cruise to nowhere."
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A Family Taste Of Krakow, Poland
For all of its original architecture and the many historical attractions of Poland's long history, a visit to Krakow makes for a rewarding family weekend destination.The mere mention of Krakow,...
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Overnight In Historic Warsaw, Poland
Warsaw, not high on every traveler's list, is nonetheless the gateway to Poland and an interesting place that remembers and embraces its history.As Poland’s capital and largest city,...
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A Home Of Your Own In Italy
Your complete guide to renting a holiday apartment or villa for your family in the Italian countryside, whether Florence, Chianti, Livorno, Umbria or Sicily. Agriturismo, a recent tourism trend...
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Secretive Lisbon and Heartbreaking Fado Music
Lisbon is one of Europe’s best kept secret destinations. And the Fado music will break your heart. Let it. You'll never suffer so beautifully!Exotic, coastal, full of winding streets and terrific...
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The Riches Of France By Barge
For a different kind of "cruise" and an offbeat French experience, consider cruising around France with your family in one of Crown Blue Line's barges. "You could have picked a boat a little...
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London, England For Less
Visit England's biggest city on a little budget and shave off those Pounds (Sterling) with savings suggestions for airport, sightseeing and local transportation. With the Great British Pound...
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Custom Itinerary – Kid-Friendly Hotels in Switzerland
Q - Janae L. of Newport Beach, California inquires: We are taking a trip to Switzerland with our 6-year-old in late June. Once there, we plan to do some car travel, take the train to Jungfrau and then...
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Stockholm, Sweden Attractions
Family Travel Forum's guide to how to get around, what to see, where to stay, and where to eat in Sweden's charming capital of Stockholm. With its broad pavements, green parks, and...
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Belfast, Belle Of Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland's capital of Belfast is home to the famous creator of Narnia, the holy St. Patrick, Giant's Causeway and many more family attractions.For most visitors, a trip to Ireland translates...
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Paris Family Hotels For Under US$200
FTF's reporter has found sweet places to dream with the kids tucked in nearby, so you can sleep in the City of Lights without breaking the bank. Here's where to go.Paris, France was ranked...
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Custom Itinerary – Italy with Kids
Q - Alisa H. of Richland, Washington inquires: My husband and I and our two children, (ages 4 and 8) are planning to visit Rome, Naples and Pompeii. We would like some suggestions on lodging, and activities...
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Punzabo Winner Gifted By Passing Bird! (October 2008)
The winner of the October 2008 travelBIGO Punzabo Award (and $100) is Quinn Yanaga! Her essay entitled The Bird’s Gift retells...
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Activities For All Ages In Antwerp, Belgium
If you're looking for a very cool city that's a little bit off the beaten path, explore Antwerp, one of Belgium's most youthful and energetic places, where history and contemporary culture...
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Brussels, Belgium With Toddlers In Tow
This picturesque medieval city is a very fun destination with little ones, because you don't need a museum to show them a magical mystery tour through time.Big city sightseeing can be challenging...
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Natural Wonders Of Luxembourg
For a rural family vacation, it's hard to beat the farmhouse B&Bs, forested hike and bike trails, and sophisticated culture and cuisine of Europe's Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.While the...
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Iberostar Hacienda Dominicus, Dominican Republic
A European owned all-inclusive resort creates competition in the luxury class for long-time family favorites in the Punta Cana, Dominican Republic beach zone. At home, it's so damp and cold...
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Luxembourg Is Very Cool, Prosperous And Green
Little Luxembourg has a very cool capital with so many sights, culture and history within walking distance of your hotel that you'll feel like you're on a Grand Tour over a long weekend's...
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My European Honeymoon in Sicily
I recently got married and we decided to go to Sicily and Paris for our honeymoon. While Paris was wonderful, Sicily was to die for! We stayed at the most unbelievable hotel,
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Milestone Hotel, London, United Kingdom
One of the UK's finest hotels, this small boutique operation offers both luxury and convenience in bustling London, England.The Milestone Hotel is located directly across...
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Barcelona, Ciudad Sagrada
Buenos dias! Here are some thoughts on getting around Barcelona, things we consider to be "must dos," things you might like to do, places to shop and and eat, and day trips. Buenos...
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Paris, France Through the Eyes of Teens
FTF's annual teen travel writing scholarship reveals what teens are feeling about their latest trips across the US and around the world. Ah Paris, the City of Lights, la Cité de l’Amour....
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To Be Young And In Brussels, Belgium
At the heart of Europe, Brussels is glamorous, hip and filled with energy from all over the world, making it an ideal city with teens. Fully aware that Brussels, Belgium is the capital of the...
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Europe Ski Holidays, US Ski Holidays
Three generations of inveterate American skiers review favorite mountain resorts in the US -- East and West -- and Europe. Ski resorts out West? Ski holidays Europe? It's hard to...
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands’ Eastern Docklands
Spend a few nights in Amsterdam's hip new floating neighborhoods and taste the latest in European culture and lifestyles.From the Dutch Golden Age in the 17th century until the 1970s, the harbor...
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Croatia Trogir Dalmatian Coast
If you've been to Venice, but can't stand the prices, there's a place you can go where you can get a great taste of Venice at a reasonable rate. The place? The Dalmatian Coast - a region on the eastern...
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German Wandern: Family Hiking in Bavaria
A Bavarian vacation takes a family and their dog from the urban wonder of Munich to the German mountaintops. It seems that almost everyone who comes to Germany wants to see Bavaria,...
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Croatia, Sailing The Dalmatian Coast
Cruising the Croatia coast, where islands are just a few hours' sail apart and harbors welcome overnight boats, is a breeze for all ages. Croatia has long ago been discovered. Since Roman...
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Skiing in Sestriere Italy – The Perfect Family-Friendly Resort
Skiing in Sestriere, Italy, offers families a unique blend of exhilarating slopes and Italian charm. For the ultimate ski vacation with a touch of "dolce vita," one family opted...
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Three Days In Family-Friendly Copenhagen, Denmark
Castles, museums, and sightseeing boat tours await you in this Denmark city, making it a great place to bring children if you have a weekend to visit.On our recent "Denmark Bicycling Trip"...
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Alpine Dreams In Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Take a family of hikers in Europe and join them as they conquer the Swiss Alps over an exhilarating spring weekend. I had always dreamed of being in the Alps, not just seeing them from miles...
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Amalfi: Italy’s Coast With The Most
Known as Italy's Rodeo Drive, this is a convenient coastal base for enjoying cathedrals, Greek temples and wonderful food, especially in autumn.Italy’s Amalfi Coast, running from about...
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