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Tourists: Go to Jail

Here's something to do with naughty kids or jaded tourists who think they've seen it all -- put them behind bars in Pennsylvania, Ohio, California and Louisiana.

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Coastal Connecticut’s Mystic Country

Come explore Mystic Country: an area of southeastern Connecticut and Rhode Island that has maritime museums and early American history the whole family will enjoy.A reproduction of Amistad,...

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Apres Cranmore Mountain There’s North Conway Outlet Shopping

Local favorite Cranmore Mountain expands with a new children's center and year-round Adventure Park to keep kids busy while shoppers hit New Hampshire outlet malls.There's lots going on at...

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Irvine California’s Family-Friendly City of Diverse Delights

Make yourselves comfortable at the family-friendly Hyatt Regency Irvine (17900 Jamboree Road , 949/975-1234) centrally located in California’s...

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Washington DC Getaway With Teens

Fresh ideas for teens and their folks who are visiting (or re-visiting) the capital of the United States. We recently explored our own backyard with13-year-old daughter Maddy and 12-year-old...

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The Whiteface Lodge, Lake Placid, New York

In both summer and winter, the Adirondack Mountains and its posh Whiteface Lodge (800/903-4045) offer an abundance of outdoor fun and adventure...

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Disappointments in Door County

My family and I went on a trip to Door County, Wisconsin in July of 2010, and stayed at a bed and breakfast called The Little Harbor...

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Picture Perfect Family Getaway in Marina del Rey

The whole family will catch the wave of excitement in Marina del Rey.  Close to LAX, Venice Beach, Santa Monica and Hollywood, it’s the perfect year round base for families who...

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San Diego Is Great For Family Reunions

Beach house rentals at top coastal resorts, such as picturesque southern California, make planning and enjoying a small family reunion easy and fun.Thinking about a famiy reunion at the beach?...

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No-Cost Fun in Boston, Massachusetts

Step back in time on the Freedom Trail, see a movie at Boston Harbor, and make a work of art at the Children's Museum -- all for free!Step back in time on the Freedom Trail, see a movie at Boston Harbor,...

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East Coast, The Hub of History

  Have you ever been to the East Coast? Well, after I talk about it, you'll be an expert. The East Coast boasts numerous...

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Free Travel Fun In Kauai, Hawaii

Like most everything in life, the best things to enjoy about Kaua'i -- its natural beauty and Hawai'ian culture -- are free or, at least, pretty affordable.Like most everything in life, the best...

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The Soft Shock (Final)

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Illinois, Looking For The Land Of Lincoln

From the world's first drive-up diner to the old Capitol building where Abraham Lincoln served the people, the attractions of Springfield and central Illinois will delight families.Springfield,...

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US Mint Celebrates National Parks on Quarters – Kids Get Commemorative $.25 Coins

In economic times like these, it takes imagination and ingenuity to come up with fresh and affordable family vacation ideas. If you, like many last-minute family planners, are looking for a great vacation...

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Normandie Beach Club, Family Fun On Lake Champlain

A low-cost resort getaway catering to the whole family can be found on the shores of beautiful Lake Champlain in New York's Adirondacks state park.A low-cost resort getaway catering to the whole family...

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Hyatt Regency Orange County, California’s 2010 Summer of Fun for Families

Welcome to the Hyatt Regency Orange County, California’s “2010 Summer of Fun” for Families Pack up and ship out for an...

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Family Attractions On Vancouver Island, BC

From outdoor adventures to afternoon tea, Vancouver Island is a great Pacific Northwestern getaway for the active and cultured family. Vancouver Island, located in southwestern...

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Custom Itinerary – Kansas Driving Trip

Q - Terri E. of Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas inquires: We have recently moved here and are looking for some exciting locations to visit with our kids (ages 5 and 8) on weekend getaways within driving distance...

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ATLANTA, GEORGIA Baby :)

    I did not know we were going on a vacation until my mother told me the day before. "We are going to Georgia for a week. We are coming  back on Monday," my mom said. "What?! But I have to do...

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My Family’s First Trip To Walt Disney World

  During the 3rd week in August of 2007, my family and I embarked on an adventure that we soon...

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Wheelchair Friendly Beach Getaways In Florida

When you're traveling with someone who relies on a wheelchair, it's important that the fun stuff as well as necessities are easily accessible without a lot of fuss.When you're traveling with...

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Free Orlando!

After spending all or most of your money at the local theme parks, what do you do with the rest of your vacation? Families and others who find that being a tourist here is synonymous with thin wallets...

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Adventurous Olympic Vacations In Park City

Experience a mountain of family adventures year-round in cozy, secluded Park City, situated in the breathtaking Rocky Mountains of Utah.Once a major gold and silver mining town, Park...

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Our Sea Turtle Adventure On Anna Maria Island

Join this family help save baby sea turtles as they hatch along the coast of Anna Maria Island, Florida, then make their way to the sea.My previous coverage of Anna Maria Island revealed a myriad...

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Spas For New And Expecting Mothers

Day spas and resorts are cuddling about-to-be moms, new moms, new babies and --sometimes -- new dads, with celebratory packages.A number of spas offer treatments made especially for expecting mothers,...

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Use Great Escapes New England To Plan Weekend Getaways

The Great Escapes series of pocket guides deliver a wealth of information about regional short break and holiday escapes in a handy and easy-to-use package. It's not often we encounter...

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Midwest Weekend Getaway With A Tropical Vibe At KeyLime Cove

This resort's huge indoor waterpark offers an affordable family weekend getaway for all ages -- all year round -- plus coaster rides at the Six Flags nearby.If you’re searching for fun...

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South Texas Welcomes Families

Travel throughout the Corpus Christi, Rio Grande, and South Padre Island regions of the Lone Star State. As children, we all can remember the excitement surrounding the annual family vacation....

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Drama Class Adventure

At my middle school the drama class was THE class that everyone wanted to get in to.  You had to "apply" for the class and the teacher had to accept you.  Im so glad i got in because drama class made...

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Telluride Bluegrass Festival 2010

I just got back from the most fun weekend I can remember having in a long time! I started in NYC, hopped on a plane to Utah, and drove 6 hours to Telluride,

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Summer Fun Savings And Budget Getaways

Families on a budget can look to zoos and local museums for great fun and overnight programs, plus yard sales, and other local learning adventures. Family vacations and saving money may seem contradictory,...

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Kent State Massacre – It Was Forty Years Ago Today

When people meet my husband and the subject of college attendance comes up, most are intrigued when he mentions having been a student at Kent State University in Ohio. Those of you who were around in...

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Have Kids, Still Spa At The Nemacolin Woodlands Resort

Offering a great Kids Club and entertaining nearby attractions, this Farmington, Pennsylvania resort pampers families with an amazing spa getaway. Before I visited, I put Nemacolin...

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Oklahoma Attractions

Whether it's theater, cowboys, Route 66 lore or chocolate making that interest you and the family, you'll find here."Oklahoma, where the wind comes sweepin' down the plain..." Whether...

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A Myrtle Beach Family Vacation

Offering fun and adventure in an ideal family beach getaway, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is a friendly, sought-after vacation haven all year-round. Step right up for outdoor adventures that...

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Dorney Park

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Day-date in Brooklyn

I haven’t lived in New York City for a very long time, but some of my most enjoyable days have consisted of taking the subway downtown to Brooklyn during a free Saturday. It’s a relatively...

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Duck Beach, North Carolina

For Memorial Day weekend I took a spontaneous weekend trip to Duck Beach in North Carolina. My roommate Louise, who is from Denmark, begged and pleaded with me to go with her to this gathering of young...

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Cable Mountain Lodge, Zion National Park, Utah

Just outside Zion National Park is a new hotel with family suites, shuttle bus access to the park and its own movie theater for after-hiking fun. A new hotel recently opened in Springdale,...

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Indiana’s Holiday World

Take your preschoolers on a long summer weekend to Indiana to savor the kindest, gentlest theme park in the central US. "I'm thirsty!"  Gabby, my 5-year old complains.  The day we visited

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Hudson Valley Weekend Getaways In Dutchess County New York

Take advantage of the sightseeing, outdoor activities, and scenery the Hudson River Valley offers on a weekend getaway just a few hours from major cities. Many families living in the New York -...

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The Place Curious George Calls Home

Try Waterville Valley, New Hampshire for family fun in the White Mountains and learn about one of the most treasured children's book charactersTry Waterville Valley, New Hampshire for family fun in...

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Touring Texas On A Family Road Trip

To conquer Texas -- the largest state in the Lower 48 and one of its most colorful -- a Texas road trip vacation needs forethought, planning and stamina.America's immense highway system, built...

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New Brunswick Attractions

With ocean bordering three sides, this Canadian province of New Brunswick is filled with maritime fun and adventures ranging from whale-watching to leaving footprints on the ocean floor.First settled...

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Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Quebec City, Canada

Family Travel Forum's restaurant picks for the entire family in Quebec City, Canada. Family Travel Forum's restaurant picks for the entire family in Quebec City, Canada. Whether the...

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Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Montréal is a city of 4,000 restaurants (also known as 'restos' for short) serving the cuisine of 80 countries, where appetites of all ages are indulged.  Visit these restaurants with the family...

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Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Baltimore, Maryland

So many families enjoy a long weekend in Baltimore that we've compiled a list of favorite family restaurants serving everything from local seafood to international cuisines.Lexington...

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CMT Music Awards Nominations Celebration

Last night a co-worker and I were invited to attend the nominations party for the upcoming CMT Country Music Awards. From what I gather from my first couple of weeks living in New York City, most people...

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Family Attractions In Jacksonville, Florida

From art to history to outdoor fun, discover all the great things to do in this vibrant city in northeastern Florida.Jacksonville, Florida is more than a day at the beach. 22 miles of sand and...

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