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You may spost black bear cubs in winter at Shenandoah National Park. Photo c. NPS
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Explore Shenandoah National Park – Hiking, Views, & Family Fun

If you're looking for oustanding hiking and biking, we recommend Shenandoah National Park in Virginia, a lesser-visited...

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Family studies Christmas lights in Myrtle Beach.
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Top Holiday Lights Celebrations Across America

We love holiday lights celebrations — the decorations, evergreens, religious displays and multicultural celebrations that light up cities and towns everywhere from November to...

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Journey to the center of the earth at Luray Caverns Photo: luraycaverns.com
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The Throwback Charms Of A Big Shenandoah Valley Roadtrip

A Shenandoah Valley road trip combines small town Americana charm, natural wonders and a multitude of attractions that are tailor-made for kids -- even those with disabilities....

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Three children playing in a pile of leaves near a tree
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Leaf Peeker’s Guide To America’s Fall Foliage

Fall foliage tours and affordable leaf peeping road trips are easy to plan if you use this How-To, Where-To Leaf Peeker's Guide with tips on the best places to see leaf colors...

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Reenactors march in Colonial Williamsburg to highlight Virginia's history.
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Best Family Hotels in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia – Kid-Friendly Stays

For a colonial multi-generational getaway, select one of Colonial Williamsburg's official hotels or review other Williamsburg area family-friendly lodging. The Historic Triangle...

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Reenactors march in Colonial Williamsburg to highlight Virginia's history.
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Meet Patriots And Pocahontas In Historic Virginia

Families who enjoy combining time travel with living history will meet the real American patriots and Pocahontas in historic Virginia. Discover the Colonial Williamsburg - Jamestown...

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Couples dancing to live music at the Sunday Jamboree in the Floyd Country Store, along the Crooked Road. Photo c. Floyd Country Store.
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Banjo, Folk, Country Songs – Driving The Crooked Road, Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail

Spend time in Floyd or Galax watching fiddle pickers perform and fall in love with Virginia's Heritage Music Trail. Old time, bluegrass, folk,...

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The Santa Float makes its first holiday appearance at Philadelphia's annual Thanksgiving Day Parade.
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All American Thanksgiving Events and Celebrations

FTF's A-Z guide to local festivals and Thanksgiving events, from traditional eats to marathons, is your Thanksgiving recipe for fun.

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Classic train waiting to depart the Strasbourg Pennsylvania station.
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7 Top Train Trips for Exploring the East

With more than 50 years of service experience, Amtrak presents seven top Eastern train trips -- all short ones ideal for family-friendly trips. We know families with little ones...

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