Disney Themeparks Going Where They Haven’t Gone Before
Wondering what's up and coming for the 2017 season at the Disney theme parks? Whether you're heading to Orlando, Hong Kong or a galaxy far, far away, there's a lot new in store. Disney's Animal Kingdom, Orlando This popular Florida park has eagerly been awaiting a reboot for the past few years. They couldn't extend park hours or host Disney's signature spectacle of fireworks...
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Short Breaks And Weekend Getaways From Atlanta
Living in Atlanta, The South's most happening city and looking for a weekend getaway? Here's a guide to short break destinations near Atlanta, Georgia. But first, find the best deal on Atlanta rental cars here. A fair climate greets those who live near Atlanta, so many families make vacation decisions dreaming about snow-covered mountains...
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Top 10 Orlando Vacation Hotels and Resorts
Where to stay in Orlando? We offer some suggestions on the Universal Orlando campus, as well as some other fun options (Sponge Bob, anyone?), golf resorts, condo rentals and more for your consideration. 1. Gaylord Palms Resort - In the family...
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Camp Salmen Nature Park Slidell, LA
Our family loves to take road trips, and this summer was no exception. We decided to venture out of our hometown of Lafayette, LA and head east to Jacksonville, FL so that our kids, ages 3 & 5, could experience the beach for the first time. Our first stop while on this summer's road trip was in Slidell, LA to get a bite to eat. We picked up our food (hot dogs and pizza from Sam's club...
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Helpful Tips For Holiday Travel With Pets
FTF loves its four-footed friends, and wants to help you make traveling on the road and in the air just a little more pet-friendly. According to the US Travel Association, more than 30 million adults say they have traveled with a pet on a trip of 50 miles or more. While dogs and cats are ranked as the top travel companions, the overwhelming majority travels primarily by vehicle and very...
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Short Breaks And Weekend Getaways From San Francisco
We love vacationing in San Francisco and its environs, but sometimes even families lucky enough to live there have to get away for a weekend. California is such a large and varied state that families planning a weekend from San Francisco, traveling by car, usually stay within state lines. With so many cultural institutions, outdoor adventures, snowsports resorts, mountain lakes and national...
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Short Breaks And Weekend Getaways From Philadelphia
The big state of Pennsylvania offers many possible weekend getaways, but there's also big city life, sand beaches and coasters near Philadelphia families. As one of America's oldest cities and a magnet for any family interested in American history, Philadelphia is one of our favorite all-time destinations for weekend getaways, short school breaks, or even a month-long vacation -- there's...
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A Day of Amusement at Elitch Gardens in Denver
When in Denver, the list of family activities is plentiful, but there is a fun and historic place to go that the kids will be begging to go back to. Located near the Broncos Stadium in downtown Denver, Elitch Gardens offers fun for all ages. It first opened in 1890 as a botanical garden and zoo and has slowly evolved into...
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Short Breaks And Weekend Getaways From Dallas Fort Worth
Many families from the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area enjoy spending their short breaks in Hill Country or along the south coast of Texas. Whether your family is looking for a short break holiday, a cheap vacation package, a fun last minute getaway or a weekend get away from the stress of everyday life, there are lots of fun destinations within...
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Playa del Carmen Budget All-Inclusive Resorts
Great values, gorgeous beaches, lots of fun included in one price -- that's what you'll find along Mexico's Riviera Maya resort corridor outside Playa del Carmen. Did you know that all-inclusive resorts are more popular than ever? According to research presented at the TMS Family Travel Summit from MMGY Global’s 2016 "Portrait of American Travelers" survey, 63% of travelers prefer an all-inclusive...
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